Dec 18, 2011 – New building codes will force energy savings. Unfortunately, new construction is way down from its peak due to the housing implosion. Residential housing and commercial buildings make up about 40% of energy usage. Some new state codes are expected to bring about a 15% reduction in energy usage. Some cities go [...]
Dec 12, 2011 – The international United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Durban concluded after generating mostly hot air! The expression we hear many times with the politicians with regard to fixing the economy is that they are kicking the can down the road. The 1997 Kyoto Protocol is being extended for several [...]
The JLC Guide to Energy Efficiency will show you how to use the right techniques and the best products to make every home you build more comfortable, durable, and energy-smart. This hands-on book explains the myths and solves the mysteries about energy and moisture in the home. How to build airtight shells and detect hidden [...]
Dec 8, 2011 – The delivery of the 1,000th Freightliner natural gas vehicle underlines the acceptance of green technologies by customers of Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) and makes the company the first commercial vehicle manufacturer to achieve such a milestone for clean, natural gas trucks in North America. To date, DTNA has handed over [...]
Dec 7, 2011 – smart is turning the automotive world upside down once again and challenging ideas about what an urban pickup should look like. In a tongue-in-cheek manner the for-us signals that this is the right car for the young and young-at-heart with active lives who attach importance to low emissions and taking up [...]
Dec 5, 2011 – Arthur Max of the Associated Press, reports, ” DURBAN, South Africa—Brighten clouds with sea water? Spray aerosols high in the stratosphere? Paint roofs white and plant light-colored crops? How about positioning “sun shades” over the Earth? At a time of deep concern over global warming, a group of scientists, philosophers and [...]
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Nov 21, 2011 – PSE&G offers suggestions for steps customers can take to reduce their costs even further. • Check for sufficient water levels in the sight glass for hot water and steam heating systems to ensure maximum efficiency. Clean or replace the furnace filter on hot air heating systems. • Lower your thermostat by just one [...]
Nov 21, 2011 – Black Friday, November 25, 2011 is even closer. There will be major sales around the United States, some beginning as early as midnight Thursday night. Make sure that your shopping list includes items that will help you conserve energy or use alternative energy sources. Many hybrid cars will be on sale [...]
Nov 19, 2011 – Black Friday, November 25, 2011 is almost upon us. There will be major sales around the United States, some beginning as early as midnight. Make sure that your shopping list includes items that will help you conserve energy or use alternative energy sources. Many hybrid cars will be on sale during [...]
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You recycle, buy organic and use eco-friendly products for yourself – shouldn’t your pet be green too? Try our 7 tips to help reduce your pet’s carbon “paw-print.” 1. Try organic pet products If you groom at home, use earth friendly pet grooming products that do not contain phosphates, sulfates and other chemicals that are [...]
Nov 17, 2011 – The city of Lantana got a green energy grant of $341,000 from the state which got the money from the federal stimulus money. Lantana will start a “property-assessed clean energy” program. Businesses pay back loans through their tax bills. In the meantime, they reduce their drain on the globe, cut energy [...]
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