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Take Energy Action & Pledge to Save the Environment with ENERGY STAR®

Leap into home energy savings by taking action with the ENERGY STAR^® Pledge! In 2010 alone, Americans, with the help of ENERGY STAR^®, saved nearly $18 billion on their energy bills and reduced greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those from 33 million … Read More
Posted on February 29th, 2012

Are You Letting Money Leak Out of Your Home?

According to the Department of Energy (DOE), heating and refrigeration account for 43% of your utility bill. Even more alarming is the fact that up to 30% of total heating and refrigeration is lost through air leaks. Are you letting air and money leak … Read More
Posted on February 24th, 2012

Maintain the Popularity of Your Kitchen and Improve Your Energy Efficiency

Have you ever thought about how much time you spend in the kitchen? Beyond cooking and grabbing a snack, many people spend time with family and friends in their kitchen. Whether you are hosting a large family get together or having a … Read More
Posted on February 22nd, 2012

My Toilet is Driving Me Crazy! Avoid Water Waste and Toilet Noise by Fixing Leaks

Is the sound of running water driving you crazy? Is your toilet haunting you at night or creating a constant background noise in your home? If you find yourself jiggling handles or trying other experimental efforts to stop your toilet from running Conservation Conversations … Read More
Posted on February 17th, 2012

DOE Standards Reduce Standby Energy Use

Many of your electronic appliances are standing by waiting for the next time you need to microwave something, brew a cup of coffee or make toast for breakfast. These appliances are standing by patiently, but they are also consuming power. Standby energy … Read More
Posted on February 15th, 2012

Learning Where Electricity Comes From Can Rock!

Electricity, do you know where it comes from? Most of us don’t, understanding where you electricity comes from doesn’t have to be complicated, in fact it can even rock! The video below illustrates where your energy comes from and can be used … Read More
Posted on February 10th, 2012

Eliminate Drafts and Save with Weatherstripping

Feeling a draft? Using weatherstripping can prevent drafts, improve the comfort of your home and help you save on your energy bills. Weatherstripping can be an easy, low-cost home energy efficiency improvement. Before applying weatherstripping detect the source of your air leaks. … Read More
Posted on February 8th, 2012

How To Read Your Electric Meter

Reading your electric meter can help you monitor your energy use and track the results of your energy efficiency improvements. Despite the growth of smart meters most homes still use standard electric power meters. Utilities use an actual or estimated meter reading to … Read More
Posted on February 3rd, 2012

New Lighting Facts Label Will Have You Looking for Lumens!

Shopping for light bulbs? Look for lumens! A change in light bulb information on packaging will have you comparing lumens instead of watts. The New Lighting Facts Label allows you to easily compare bulb brightness, color, life, and estimated operating cost for … Read More
Posted on February 1st, 2012