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Holiday Lighting Tips

If you are planning on hanging up holiday lights this winter, below are some recommendations to help you save energy and money. Top Ten Holiday Lighting Tips: 1. Switch to safe, long-lasting, energy-efficient LED (light emitting diode) holiday lights whenever … Continue reading

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Energy Efficiency for Manufactured Homes

Manufactured homes are often electricity guzzlers, and fixing that isn’t easy but here are some tips to help you save energy and money. First, be ready to get down and dirty to find out which recommendations apply to your specific … Continue reading

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More Efficient Light Bulbs Save Cash

Did you know that traditional incandescent light bulbs will be phased out by 2014? In an effort it increase efficiency and save energy, the federal government requires that light bulbs be at least 25 percent more efficient than the standard … Continue reading

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5 Ways to Spring Into Energy Efficiency

Spring is a perfect time of year to make your home more energy-efficient.  Here are five quick tips that will save both energy and money. Seal the cracks and gaps around your home. Spring may be the right time to … Continue reading

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Which Gaming System is the Most Energy Efficient?

A new study from the Electric Power Research Institute listing just how much power it takes to play the three most popular video gaming systems has come out and the Nintendo WiiTM took home the high score. According to EPRI, … Continue reading

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Energy Saving Products That Pay for Themselves

You want a good return on your stocks and other investments, but what about the household products you buy? You might not think of your everyday household items as a source of high ROI – return on investment – but … Continue reading

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Energy Efficient Projects You Can Do In Under An Hour

With cooler days ahead, why not take some time now to winterize your home with some quick and easy energy efficient projects you can complete in under an hour. Here are ten ways you can save energy and money around … Continue reading

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Summer’s Almost Over But the Energy Savings Can Continue

Hot sunny days are still in the forecast so why not check out these prior posts to help you save this summer. Summer Energy Saving Tips Phantom Loads – What’s Haunting Your Energy Bill Looking for Home Energy Efficiency Improvement … Continue reading

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How Water Heaters are Rated

If you are looking at buying a new water heater,  the best way to compare models is by looking at the Energy Factor (EF) rating. If you look for a yellow tag on the side of the water heater, standard … Continue reading

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