Topic - Energy Efficiency

Energy Efficiency Tips & Energy Saving Resources

Do more with less; this is the basic principle of energy efficiency. In order to become energy efficient one must reduce the amount of energy required to produce a product or service. Energy efficiency has many benefits; these include lower energy costs, reduced greenhouse gas production and preservation of our natural resources. A simple change in your basic lifestyle can help you become energy efficient and those efforts will be compounded by others learning how to go green.

Renewable Wind Energy Faces Challenges with Tax Hikes

Renewable Wind Energy Faces Challenges with Tax Hikes

Ambitious renewable energy goals are at risk if the renewable energy tax credit is not extended. The wind energy sector has already seen more than 2,300 jobs lost this month from one company alone, with more expected if the tax hikes go into effect. Don’t just read about it, do something to help.

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Zero Energy Homes Are Now a Reality

Zero Energy Homes Are Now a Reality

Zero energy homes have arrived taking neighborhoods across the U.S. off the power grid. Forget having to use energy efficient tips to save money, just buy a house that ensures your energy bills will be free, or in some cases energy companies can even pay you.

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Solar Energy Takes a Giant Leap Forward with Solar Paint Technology

Solar Energy Takes a Giant Leap Forward with Solar Paint Technology

It is almost unbelievable, but Sunbelievable is a solar paint technology that can produce electricity from nano-technology. Researchers from the University of Notre Dame have created what may be the next generation of solar power production.

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President Obama Announces Energy Savings Initiative

President Obama Announces Energy Savings Initiative

President Obama and former President Clinton unveiled a new energy savings initiative in partnership with the private sector. This $4 billion energy efficiency plan builds on the existing Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPC) program which has been in place for over a decade.

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Phantom Loads Can Cost You $115 Each Year

Phantom Loads Can Cost You $115 Each Year

Phantom loads are produced by electric devices quietly wasting energy causing electric bills to increase. Understand what a phantom load is and implement these energy conservation tips so you can save money and help the planet at the same time.

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Tips to Save Money on Home Heating Bills This Winter

Tips to Save Money on Home Heating Bills This Winter

Americans are looking to cut costs and save some money on their home heating bills, especially with the economy still trying to recover. This winter, follow these home heating and energy conservation tips to help you save some green while going green.

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Energy Efficiency Tips for Small Businesses and Home Offices

Energy Efficiency Tips for Small Businesses and Home Offices

Small businesses and home office users can cut their energy consumption by thousands of dollars each year by implementing energy efficient practices. Everything from lighting choices to the types of computers your employees use can mean the difference between profitability and losses.

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8 Energy Efficient Tips to Quickly Lower Your Electric Bills

8 Energy Efficient Tips to Quickly Lower Your Electric Bills

Your endeavor to become energy efficient can start from the need to lower your bills or wanting to become eco-friendly and save the planet. Whatever your reasons may be, these 8 energy efficient tips will help you go green and save some green at the same time.

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Understanding Energy in America in 5 Minutes or Less

Understanding Energy in America in 5 Minutes or Less

Renewable energy accounts for only 10.5% of America’s energy production leaving other production to dirty alternatives like coal. It is important to understand the basics of energy and energy production as it makes becoming energy efficient easier.

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The Solyndra Bankruptcy has a Silver Lining for Green Energy

The Solyndra Bankruptcy has a Silver Lining for Green Energy

The political strife surrounding the Solyndra bankruptcy while unfortunate for the industry does have a silver lining. Even bad press can be good press when it opens the door to debate and discuss renewable energy and how to make it more available and affordable.

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Go Green with Energy Efficiency Tips & Energy Conservation Techniques

Energy efficiency and energy conservation techniques for homes, businesses and transportation are seen as potentially powerful solutions to global warming and energy independence. Renewable energy and energy efficiency are thought to be the two primary components of any sustainable energy policy. By using the energy conservation tips found on iSustainableEarth.com you can reduce your carbon footprint and lower our dependence on fossil fuels. Keep the planet green and strive for a sustainable lifestyle by becoming energy efficient.