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Cash for Caulkers Takes a Step Forward

President Barak Obama called that committee vote “an important step forward in our effort to create jobs, save consumers money and increase energy efficiency.

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Celebrate Earth Day By Saving Energy

We celebrate Earth Day on April 22, and this year marks its 40th anniversary. There are many things you can do to make the world a better place to live—and save money while you’re at it! Start with little things that are easy to do, and you’ll soon find yourself becoming more thrifty and energy conscious.

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Heating and Cooling in Harmony with Green Living

For most of us, it might seem pretty hard to find ways to adhere to society’s pressure to embrace green living in every aspect of our lives. Most of us recycle; many cities require it, and it’s not difficult to do…

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A Higher SEER Saves You More Energy

In 2006 the U.S. Department of Energy increased the energy efficiency rating for air conditioners. It was an effort to reduce energy bills and cut back on pollution. Currently 1/6 of the electric in the U.S. is used to air condition buildings.

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Save Energy by Understanding Your Central AC System

Question: Doesn’t it use more energy to turn up my central AC when I leave because then my system has to work harder to cool off when I get home?
Answer: No- when you leave your home for more than several hours it’s more cost effective…

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