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LED vs. Normal Christmas Lights
I have been thinking about trading in our ancient Christmas lights for some new spify LED twinklers. Looking up the energy usage information has swayed me even more. Traditional Lights Traditional strings of 100 clear incandescent bulbs use around 43 Watts and are 6% efficient. Over a six week period around the holidays, with 6 hours per [...]
Continue reading...Rebates from Cash for Appliances Washington
15. November 2010
Considering upgrading your home’s major appliances, heater or water heater? Now is the time! If you’re a Washington state resident, you may be eligible for one or more of the following ENERGY STAR qualified product rebates offered by Cash for Appliances Washington: Clothes washer: $150 Refrigerator: $75 Dishwasher: $75 Natural gas storage water heater: $200 Natural gas tankless water heater: $300 Heat pump water heater: $250 Ductless heat pump: $750 Cash [...]
Continue reading...Energy Saving Video: Lighting
10. November 2010
Did you know that lighting represents up to 15 percent of your home energy use? Did you know you can achieve energy savings of up to 75 percent on your lighting, without compromising the look and feel of your home? These tips from PSE will help you understand more about home lighting and the options [...]
Continue reading...Stay Warm for Cheap
8. November 2010
Up to 50 percent of the money you spend on energy goes toward keeping your home warm. Keep energy bills reasonable and stay comfortable all winter long by taking the time now to ensure your home is properly sealed and your heating system is working efficiently. Sealing and insulation: Use inexpensive weather-stripping and door sweeps to reduce [...]
Continue reading...Energy Saving Video: Weatherization
3. November 2010
Keeping your home comfortable is usually the biggest use of energy. Insulation and efficient windows can trap in your winter warmth and shield you from the summer sun. Plus, reducing leaks around windows, doors and chimneys in your home can result in considerable annual energy savings. These tips from PSE will help you understand more [...]
Continue reading...Energy Saving Video: Heating
1. November 2010
Heating can account for as much as 44 percent of the energy consumption in your home. These tips from PSE will help you understand more about heating your home and the options available to help you save energy, money and the environment. For more information, visit PSE.com. - Jayme Carleton, Second Nature http://jaymecarleton.com
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