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Behavioral Science Impacts Energy Efficiency Programs

Utilities are using behavioral science to develop programs that motivate energy consumers to take energy efficiency action. Neely Crane-Smith, communications coordinator for the Center for Energy and Environment, used a creative analogy to describe the role of behavioral science in energy efficiency … Read More
Posted on November 30th, 2011

Energy Efficiency, There’s An App For That

The Environmental Protection Agency, EPA, collects and maintains a vast amount of environmental data and recently put that data to work in the Apps for the Environment Challenge. The EPA Apps for the Environment Challenge accepted smartphone applications that “promote protection of … Read More
Posted on November 18th, 2011

Kansas Residents Take Charge to Save $2.3 Million in Energy Savings

The Take Charge Challenge engaged Kansas residents in a nine-month energy saving challenge, resulting in $2.3 million in annual energy savings. The competition managed by the Climate and Energy Project (CEP) motivated citizens to take a look at their energy use and … Read More
Posted on November 16th, 2011

Utilities and Schools Partner to Save Energy, Save Money and Deliver Energy Education

Utilities are helping schools stretch their budgets and promote energy efficiency education through school energy programs and outreach. The Tina-Avalon School District in Tina, Missouri, is illuminating classrooms and saving money through a coordinated light bulb exchange program from Farmers’ Electric Cooperative. … Read More
Posted on November 11th, 2011

Expanding the Energy Efficiency Conversation through Social Media

You’ve heard the question. “If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?” With that in mind…“if an energy customer is seeking information or assistance through social media and the utility … Read More
Posted on November 10th, 2011

Energy Efficiency Payoff, Report Indicates it Takes 4 Steps

According to a recent survey by the Shelton Group, the number one reason homeowners make energy-efficient improvements is to reduce their utility bills. Most homeowners turn to low-risk, low-investment improvements. Low cost options like switching to compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) or … Read More
Posted on November 4th, 2011

How Will the User-Friendly Nest Thermostat Change the Way You Consume Energy?

When was the last time you used your thermostat to save energy and money? Your thermostat controls 50% of your home’s energy bill, but all too often the energy saving abilities of your thermostat are lost. Programmable thermostats were supposed to be … Read More
Posted on November 2nd, 2011