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How Green is Your Home: Ways to Make Your House Energy Efficient

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These days, we hear a lot about the effects of climate change on the news, and more people than ever are choosing to do their part to help the environment so it is livable for generations to come. While there are many ways that you can make a difference, some people fear that their minor contribution is not enough to …

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Can Weather Normalization Save You Money on Your Utility Bill?

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Emily Newton is the Editor-in-Chief of Revolutionized Magazine, an online publication that explores innovations in science and technology. As the climate changes, many individuals experience an increase in their utility costs. The price alterations generate a significant challenge for people looking to increase their savings. Many mistake personal energy consumption adjustments as environmentally induced. You can differentiate between the source …

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Good Green: 7 Must-Read Books About Renewable Energy

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Renewable energy possesses incredible potential to change our world, from reducing global conflict, saving lives through purer air quality and on a smaller scale, reducing your home energy bill. With all this in mind, it’s no wonder that renewable energy sources are an inspiration of hope for many people across the world. This selection of books ranges from the academic …

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Exploring Eco-Conscious Home & Office Upgrades

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Today, a lot of homeowners and management companies are prioritizing eco-consciousness. In addition to helping the environment, it can also mean big savings on energy bills. Most importantly, eco-conscious building materials and upgrades are healthier for anyone who is going to spend a lot of time indoors. Green building practices also benefit the community by reducing pollution and preserving precious …

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Take Climate Action With Geothermal Heating & Cooling

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“The evidence of human-caused climate change is overwhelming and continues to strengthen, that the impacts of climate change are intensifying across the country, and that climate-related threats to Americans’ physical, social, and economic well-being are rising.”- 4th National Climate Assessment, 2018 Current Climate Change Assessment & Trends Two important Federal government announcements have energy enthusiasts moving quickly toward a global …

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TOP 5 HOME ENERGY- AND MONEY-SAVINGS TIPS

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TOP 5 HOME ENERGY- AND MONEY-SAVINGS TIPS HIGHLIGHTED BY NON-PROFIT RENEWABLE NATION Nearly $100 a Month in Savings Possible in Most Homes By Following Simple Steps; Renewable Nation App Promotes More Solar Homes, Also “Curates” Best Energy-Saving Tips. WASHINGTON, D.C. – November 19, 2018 – If you are one of the millions of American homeowners who is contemplating going solar, the good news …

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Energy Suckers in a Home Near You

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Photo: pixabay.com Our day-to-day lives are often busy and filled with a never-ending list of tasks, especially if you are a homeowner. Home ownership adds an additional level of commitment to covering small expenses that are necessary for maintenance and comfortable living. When it comes time to tackle these small projects, there are numerous things to consider including sustainability and …

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Trojan Battery Sales Now Offers Cost-Effective, Reliable Residential Energy Backup Power Solutions

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PowerHouse Grid Energy Storage Unit Provides Emergency Backup Power Trojan Battery Sales, a major distributor of batteries and related products throughout the southeast region of the U.S., today announced that it is now offering the PowerHouse Grid™ Energy Storage Solution. The residential energy storage solutions feature robust maintenance-free Trojan Solar AGM batteries, which are designed to not only provide emergency backup power capabilities …

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Efficiency Costs Drop: Still Cheaper Than Power Plants

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February 02, 2017 Sheryl Carter Energy efficiency programs to help utility customers save energy (and money) have dropped markedly in cost, and they’re cheaper than building new power plants to meet electricity demand, according to a new analysis from the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL). The findings are a fitting tribute to Art Rosenfeld, the Berkeley Lab scientist and “godfather …

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SUNRUN AND TESLA COLLABORATE TO OFFER CONSUMERS HOME ENERGY STORAGE NATIONWIDE   Tesla Powerwall to be Offered Through Sunrun Subsidiary AEE Solar   Sunrun, the largest dedicated residential solar company in the U.S., today announced its collaboration with Tesla Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) to expand access to renewable energy storage systems for homeowners across the country. As part of the …

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Would Homeowners Say “Yes” to Energy Efficiency if it Came with Solar?

Solar is experiencing over-the-top popularity among US homeowners; energy efficiency not so much. But what if state programs made solar a subset of energy efficiency? That’s the recommendation of an intriguing paper released August 19 by the Center for Sustainable Energy. The California non-profit tried to tease out what it takes to motivate solar customers to pursue energy efficiency.  Homeowners run the …

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Honda Unveils Smart Home US for Zero Carbon Living and Mobility

Though the first official assessment that climate change was caused by human activity came in 1988, with NASA scientist James Hansen’s famous testimony to the U.S. Congress, the “carbon neutral” concept, which refers to achieving net zero carbon emissions, is a relatively new one. The non-profit Climate Neutral Network, which developed the Climate Neutral Certification, was incorporated in 1999; the …

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Ten Energy Numbers You Need To Know

Sometimes energy makes headlines, sometimes it doesn’t.  But it almost always has important implications for the global economy, the environment, and our day-to-day lives. Here are 10 energy statistics from 2012 that capture some of the most noteworthy trends of the year, and that will shape the energy world in the years to come. Natural gas, one of the three key fossil …

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3 Ways to Make Solar Energy Affordable

With more and more consumers wanting to reduce their carbon footprints, the use of home solar power has arisen as an extremely viable and eco-friendly option. The only reason it has not become more widespread is the cost, which for many people has simply been too high. However, the cost of manufacturing is slowly coming down, due to increased innovation, …

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Making Your Home More Energy Efficient

The move in the USA towards green energy production and saving energy in general has greatly accelerated in recent years as the average consumer has come to realize that they can play a role in how our energy is produced as well as how much of it is consumed in our daily lives and homes. Consumers are installing energy efficient …

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Advantages of Solar Energy

RooftopWind asked: www.WINDENERGY7.COM – – – – Advantages of Solar Energy are obvious. The Advantages of Solar Energy are… The systems pictured are inventions of WIND ENERGY 7 and are only available from the website at WindEnergy7-com or one if their dealers. The proper mix of Renewable energy and non renewable energy is a public concern for many reasons. Non …

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HOMEOWNERS ‘HOT’ FOR ‘GOING SOLAR’ CAN START SAVING NOW – WITH LITTLE TO NO MONEY DOWN

“American Vision Solar is dedicated to enhancing home energy efficiency, and we’re thrilled to be able to offer our customers such a unique PPA,” said Bill Herren, President and CEO for American Vision Solar. “We pride ourselves on providing impressive customer service, which is why it was our priority to create an agreement that would truly benefit the homeowner.”

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Magnetic Power Generator – Generate Electricity From Magnetic Energy

A magnetic energy generator is originated from magnets and can be constructed using magnetic motors that employs the principle of magnetism to make this free and green energy form. Magnetic energy, when generated, can be turned into usable mechanical or electricity energy and used to power your home appliances. This magnetic energy generator does not require any other energy source …

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Learn How To Generate Electricity Using a Magnetic Energy Generator

A magnetic energy generator is derived from magnets and can be built using magnetic motors which uses the principle of magnetism to create this free and green energy form. Magnetic energy, when generated, can be turned into usable mechanical or electricity energy and used to power your home appliances. This magnetic energy generator does not require any other energy source …

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Magnetic Energy Generator – Generate Electricity With Magnetic Energy

A magnetic energy generator is originated from magnets and can be constructed using magnetic motors that employs the principle of magnetism to make this free and green energy form. Magnetic energy, thus generated, can be converted into usable mechanical or electrical energy and used for all your home’s electricity needs. The magnetic energy generator is not dependent on any other …

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