Jun
09
Can’t afford to upgrade to energy-efficient windows? Here are some cheaper strategies for using windows to cool your home. Reduce Solar Heat Gain Windows allow the sun to heat a home. This is advantageous in the winter. However, in the summer, this solar heat gain accounts for 30 to 40 [...]
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06
Hate your antique furnace, but not sure if it makes sense to replace it? Want to compare the energy efficiency for heating and cooling systems? CLECO, a Louisiana-based energy services company, has partnered with Enercom to provide the comparison site to help you understand the costs and energy savings for [...]
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05
Allconnect partners with many utility companies across the country. These partners offer some exceptional information on energy efficiency on their website that anyone, regardless of where they live, can use. Here is a sampling of the best tips we’ve culled from our partner sites. Enjoy! AmerenUE, an energy provider that [...]
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16
Whether you search your newspaper for local Earth Day events or celebrate at home, Earth Day is a great opportunity for teaching kids about environmental concerns — and inspiring them to make a difference. The first Earth Day took place in 1970, with an estimated 20 million people in the U.S. [...]
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