Jan 20, 2012 – Now is the time when we receive tax data forms from our banks, brokerage companies, 401(k)s, etc. Make sure that you also have information on hand about the energy conservation & renewable energy installations you made in 2011. You can claim your federal credits with your tax filing. Also, make sure [...]
According to Fareed Zakaria on CNN, oil prices are higher than normal for the current demand. Political instability in the middle east has as inflated oil prices. Speculators have helped drive up prices. As a result, there may be increased interest in alternative energy. Oil prices may fall when fear of political instability eases, unless [...]
Mitt Romney has an excellent chance of becoming our next president. He won the primary in New Hampshire today. His website contains a lot of excellent information about him and his views. For his views on conventional and alternative energy, please visit mittromney.com/jobs/energy .
Jan 10, 2012 – What is your company doing to conserve energy and utilize green energy sources? Costco has a major program underway for a number of years already. Their buildings are all insulated to meet or exceed current energy code requirements. In 2008, they opened their first certified Silver Level LEED warehouse in New [...]
This is the car that my wife drives. We enjoy it very much. The four-cylinder engine with automatic transmission is very smooth. The engine is so quiet that it is easy to forgot to turn it off when parking. Interior space is utilized very efficiently and there is plenty of room in the rear seats. [...]
Jan 9, 2012 – The 2012 New Hampshire Republican Primary is tomorrow. Mitt Romney has a comfortable lead as of today. Will any more prospective candidates quit after this primary? Michelle Bachmann left after the Iowa caucuses. How will this affect green energy going forward? Please leave your predictions here.
Jan 6, 2012 – First it seemed as if Rick Perry was pulling out of the Republican primary race when he didn’t immediately head to New Hampshire. Now he seems to be staying in the race, but just avoiding the winter weather in New Hampshire in January. Keep reading here for further updates. How will [...]
When oil prices rise, the Canadian dollar usually rises because Canada is a major exporter of oil. The Canadian Economy benefits from higher oil prices. The reverse is true for Japan, which imports most of its oil. The Japanese Yen falls in value when oil prices rise. In addition to the correlation with these currencies, [...]
The MiaGreen Expo & Conference takes place January 26 and 27 , 2012, at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Florida. This is the green convention of the Americas. The MiaGreen Expo & Conference is the only event in the United States providing access to the ever-growing, non-stoppable green, renewable and sustainable markets [...]
Jan 4, 2012 – How does Bachmann dropping out of the presidential primary race affect the future of green energy in the USA? Please leave your comments here.
Jan 4, 2012 – How does Mitt Romney’s win in Iowa affect green energy? How is green energy affected by the showings of Santorum, Gingrich & Paul affect the future of green energy? Please leave your comments here.
Dec 26, 2011 – What energy saving gifts did you receive? Did you get a hybrid car? Did you get a new Tesla? Did you get a solar radio? Please leave your comments here.
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 [...]
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