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You may be doing your research on getting green – finding out about Electric Companies in Texas and switching to energy efficient light blubs but did you know the bathroom is where we waste most? Water is a huge drain on the energy costs in this country and we’ve got a few ways to help you cut back:
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With technology constantly developing, there are many ways that you can recycle your old tech gear and help out someone in need as well as the environment. You will be doing something good by donating your old tech gear to a community church or to those who are less fortunate. You can visit local donation stores that will provide you with a tax return for the donations made. You will not only help someone in need, but feel good about your good deeds.

In addition to donating to your local community, there are also online websites that you can Continue Reading »

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DVR boxes use more energy than most people think they do. They use approximately six percent of home energy use. This is equivalent to how much energy an air conditioner, refrigerator or a television uses. The higher the definition of the DVR box, the more energy it will use.

Most people are not aware that DVR boxes use energy even when the box is in standby mode or isn’t in use at all. This is wasted energy that costs households plenty of Continue Reading »

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Car sharing is a fairly new idea. While the idea of car sharing may be new its benefits are rapidly being adopted in cities nationwide. There are many important benefits that make car sharing a worthy program.

One of the single greatest benefits of car sharing is the impact on the environment. The reduction of fossil fuel usage means that polluted cities are emitting less carbon dioxide gases into the air. Some scientists are claiming that Continue Reading »

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Alternative energy becomes more popular as the cost of established energy sources become more expensive, and awareness of utilizing solar power and wind energy devices continues to grow. Wind turbines and solar panels have become very popular in recent years. Solar panels are sized to serve residential homes, but wind turbines have always been massive structures that required a great deal of area.

There is an up and coming energy generating device that combines both solar power and wind energy to create a hybrid solar wind Continue Reading »

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Now is the time to use your energy save options on appliances. Many families are searching for ways to save money. It’s important to shop for the most energy-efficient refrigerators, dishwashers, clothes washers and dryers.

Newer appliances are designed to use far less energy than their earlier counterparts. If you’re using a major appliance that’s at least a decade old, you’re wasting energy and money. Today’s appliances are manufactured according to federal energy efficiency standards. If Continue Reading »

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In a controversial measure, the House recently approved higher standards that will make the nation more energy efficient. The traditional 100-watt bulbs will go off the market next year, followed over the next two years by lower-wattage bulbs.
If you want to go a step forward on your own, replace old incandescent bulbs with the compact fluorescent ones to save up to 40 a year.
And now that you are into replacing bulbs, save some more energy, and help the environment by following these other quick tips.The whole story can be found at http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/07/incandescent-light-bulb-hoarder-confesses-error-ways.php?campaignth_rss
Turn off lights and fans when leaving a room and don’t forget Continue Reading »

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Maybe you’ve thought about joining a carpool in the past, but for whatever reason set the idea aside. But the benefits of carpooling are so many and varied, you might want to think again and make the decision to car pool.
Of course it’s more environmentally friendly, and as a carpooler you would be doing your part to reduce carbon emissions, petroleum consumption, traffic congestion, and the need for more parking spaces. You could feel really good about being a good citizen of Continue Reading »