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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03
In many parts of the country, politicians are arguing over water rights. In the meantime, we should all take steps to reduce our water use so we have more water to share. The average American home uses about 260 gallons of water per day, which totals about 95,000 gallons per [...]
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13
Water-efficient appliances can save thousands of gallons of water, but there are cheaper ways to start conserving water today! Check for Leaks Try food coloring in the toilet to see if any of the colored water has migrated to the bowl without being flushed, indicating that it probably needs a [...]
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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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