People who first drove their cars with every aerodynamic advantage in mind, while shifting into neutral to use only the power of gravity to propel their vehicle down every hill, were among the pioneers to lay claim to the nickname of "hypermiler". They understood the importance of reducing the mass of their car, so they removed spare tires, … [Read More...]
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Control your Home Anywhere – Mi Casa Verde VeraLite Home Controller Review
The Mi Casa Verde VeraLite Home Controller is a compact, affordable, and versatile device that lets you remotely monitor your property and control your electronic home equipment: video camera surveillance systems, thermostats, security and fire … [Continue Reading...]
Surprising Benefits of Lighting Your Business with LEDs
Lighting your building is part of the expense of doing business. Whether you have a retail store, warehouse, offices or other commercial building, you can significantly reduce your lighting expenses with LEDs. Energy savings is just the start, even … [Continue Reading...]
Which Grow Light is Best?: Bulb or Panel LEDs
Light Emitting Diodes(LEDs) have changed the lighting industry because of the big energy savings they offer to home and business owners. Now, they're doing the same for people interested in growing their own gardens, indoors! Their energy … [Continue Reading...]
Understanding the Parts of a Solar Panel System
Solar power has emerged as one of the most innovative ways to produce sustainable electricity. Solar panel systems are a popular eco-friendly, green energy alternative to relying on electricity produced by coal, natural gas or petroleum. The price of … [Continue Reading...]
What is Energy Efficiency?
Being energy efficient means reducing the use of electricity, natural gas and other energy sources, while still providing the same level and quality of service. For example, an energy efficient car engine can provide more miles per gallon of gas, … [Continue Reading...]
Reduce your Carbon Footprint – What are doing to save energy this summer?
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Should You Wait for the Cost of Solar Panels to get Cheaper?
The promise of free solar power generated on top of every roof in America, has been a long time coming. But now, it’s finally here and living up to its promise of providing energy from the sun to record numbers of homes and businesses. Since 1979 … [Continue Reading...]
How Solar Energy System Owners use Net Metering to get Paid
What if you could sell your electricity to the utility company instead of getting a bill from them, and benefit the environment at the same time by producing a clean source of energy? Sounds like a good deal, right. Well, net metering allows owners … [Continue Reading...]
Your Best Summer Ever! – Homeowner’s Energy Savings Checklist
As the calendar moves toward the summer months, the weather's heating up. For many homeowners, that means using more energy and the higher costs that come with it, but you can beat the heat without breaking the bank. By taking the steps on this … [Continue Reading...]
Energy Starved Traveler’s Guide: Best Hacks and Gadgets!
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Fuel Neighbor Envy with Stunning LED Light Strips
LEDs have truly revolutionized the way we use light. Light emitting diodes don’t just look better, they also provide durable, long-lasting, versatile, energy saving light. If you’re in the market to add some brilliant indoor or outdoor lighting … [Continue Reading...]
LED Commercial Lighting Retrofits without Spending a Dime
Improvements, innovation and efficiency in LED lighting in the past several years have transformed what was once a tech geek novelty into a revolution in efficiency and energy bill savings. Manufacturers and designers have taken hold of the … [Continue Reading...]
