[Energy Efficiency]
Energy-saving gift ideas
Friday, November 23, 2007
From Mr. Tight Watt: Find an energy-saving gadget for everyone on your list.
Stumped on what to get that hard-to-shop-for person on your list? Give the gift of energy savings. Here are some suggestions from Mr. Tight Watt to get you started:
For the reluctant saver
If you know someone who has resisted switching to CFLs because they cost a bit more than regular light bul...
[Agriculture]
Niman Ranch in Iowa
Friday, November 23, 2007
One of Iowa’s best-kept agricultural secrets
Between 200 and 250 Iowa farmers are raising a product that travels to both coasts for consumption: pork raised specifically for Niman Ranch, one of the most well-known meat brands in the United States.
Niman Ranch meats are sold to thousands of restaurants and retailers, including Panera, Ch...
[Your Efficient, Comfortable, Safe Home]
Warm up to an electric fireplace
Friday, November 23, 2007
Light a fire with the flip of a switch
Picture this: ‘Twas the night before Christmas and you’re curled up on the sofa next to a toasty fireplace, mug of hot chocolate in hand, waiting for Santa. But the stockings aren’t hung by the chimney with care, they’re mounted on the mantle of your new electric fireplace.
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[Energy Efficiency]
Eco-friendly holidays
Friday, November 23, 2007
Go green for the holidays
Make your holiday season merry and bright with these green suggestions:
Conserving energy might not be top of mind during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, but it’s important to consider this time of year—after all, you don’t want expensive energy bills putting a damper...
[Energy Efficiency]
Energy Myth of the Month: Screen savers
Friday, November 23, 2007
Learn about screen savers
Myth: If I use a screen saver for my computer, I can save energy while it is turned on.
Fact: While a slideshow of your favorite pictures, a journey through a galaxy of stars or a colorful Microsoft Windows logo, may be more visually stimulating than a blank screen, screen savers do nothing to save...
[Energy Efficiency]
Energy savings for renters
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Warm up to these energy-saving solutions this winter!
If you live in an apartment, your landlord or building manager isn’t the only person responsible for making energy-wise decisions—you too can make a big difference.
Adopting an energy-smart approach in your apartment will not only help to keep your rental unit toasty warm in the middle...
[Seasonal Topics]
TVs go digital
Friday, November 23, 2007
A primer on what it means for you
For Christmas, are you considering buying a new TV for your son or daughter’s first apartment? Or what about for Mom in her townhouse? You may be confused about what is happening right now in the television industry. With acronyms such as DTV, HDTV, LCD and more, it’s hard for consumers ...
[Seasonal Topics]
December dates
Friday, November 23, 2007
Celebrate your way through December!
While December has an overabundance of holidays and remembrances we all know about (Hanukkah, Pearl Harbor, Winter Solstice, Christmas and New Year’s Eve), there are many more ways to make your holiday celebrations complete.
December 1: Rosa Parks Day
On this day in 1955, Rosa Parks was arr...
[Energy Efficiency]
Energy-saving holiday lighting
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
Lighting up your home at the holidays doesn't have to dramatically increase your utility bills.
Extra lighting at the holidays can translate into higher utility costs. Keep your power bills to a minimum by following these energy-saving tips:
Turn on holiday lights responsibly to save energy. For example, turning lights on for six hours each evening will cost only a quarter of leavin...
[Energy Efficiency]
LED lights mean holiday energy savings
Friday, November 30, 2007
LED lights can save energy dollars this Christmas season. Look for LED holiday bulbs on the Internet or through many local suppliers. The lights are shatterproof, shock resistant, safe to touch, won't burn your hands and can save you up to 80 percent in energy costs compared to conventional bulbs.
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