Tag Archives: Energy Efficiency
Co-op Saving Member-Owners Power and Money
In 2008, the Delaware Electric Cooperative (DEC) launched the Beat the Peak program in an effort to save their members power and money. In some areas, like the region that DEC provides power to, electricity is more expensive during certain … Continue reading
Tagged Energy Efficiency, peak hours, peak usage
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Water Heater Savings
Looking to save money on electricity this summer? Look no further than your water heater! Being mindful of your home’s hot water consumption is a great way to save money this summer. Using less hot water will help contribute to … Continue reading
Tagged Energy Efficiency, Heating, Savings, water, water heater
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Bigger Bills, Because of the Box
Do you have a satellite or cable box around your TV with recording capabilities, often called a DVR? Chances are, you do. With 160 million of these so called ‘set-top boxes’ in the United States, there is roughly one box … Continue reading
Tagged DVR, electronics, Energy Efficiency, Savings, television
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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
Tagged appliance, Caulking, Cooling, Energy Efficiency, energy saving, energy star, save energy save money
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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
Tagged Energy Efficiency, LED, light, light bulb, save energy save money
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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
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
Tagged Energy Efficiency, energy star, Halogen, LED, light, light bulb, save energy save money
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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
Tagged energy, Energy Efficiency, energy saving, energy star, light, save energy save money
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