Category Archives: home energy efficiency

Residential vertical wind turbines and solar panels designs for your home – Clean alternative energy systems can save with energy star tax credit

Posted on October 25, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

With 2010 quickly coming to an end, many Americans are looking into purchasing an alternative energy source for their home to take advantage of the energy Star tax credit for the 2010 tax year. This tax credit can save the … Continue reading →

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Passive House Sets High Bar for Energy Efficiency

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

A new home under construction in East Falmouth is being built to an exacting new building standard, designed to be super-tight with virtually no air leakage, which may make it one of the most energy-efficient houses in the United States. … Continue reading →

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$50 Test Could Cut Your Energy Bill

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

Mike Ward was not really thinking about energy efficiency when he bought his home, but now he is. “In the winter time, it’s very cold in this house regardless of what I have the thermostat at,” Ward said. “I know … Continue reading →

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Spotlight On Efficiency

Posted on October 19, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

Energy efficiency is a hallmark of the 2010 Showcase Home, the specially featured property of the Greater Fort Smith Home Builders Association’s Fall Parade of Homes going on this month. The Showcase Home, an annual highlight of the twice-yearly home … Continue reading →

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How to boost home efficiency during energy awareness month

Posted on October 5, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

Fed up with high utility bills? Since October is National Energy Awareness Month, and winter is not far off, this is a good time to review ways to make your home more efficient. But first, consider why you may be … Continue reading →

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Home improvement boosts property efficiency

Posted on September 13, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

Owners of a refurbished house in the village of Welwyn are opening their home to members of the public. Tony and Pat Almond have undertaken home improvement projects to boost the energy efficiency of their property and will exhibit their … Continue reading →

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Water Heating Tips

Posted on August 30, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

Water heating is the third largest energy expense in your home. It typically accounts for about 12% of your utility bill. There are four ways to cut your water heating bills: use less hot water, turn down the thermostat on … Continue reading →

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Residential Energy Efficiency Tips

Posted on August 26, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

You can save energy dollars by following these simple tips. Many of them are common sense suggestions that require no tools or out of pocket expense. Over time, you will see your energy efficiency increase and your energy savings multiply. … Continue reading →

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Editorial: Wind industry proves powerful again

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Home World Energy Managing Editor

Innovation is the name of the game when it comes to this region’s burgeoning wind industry.South Dakota’s own desire to capture and transform its abundance of wind into energy indeed faces many hurdles. Figuring out how to efficiently deliver wind … Continue reading → Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Heat & Cool Efficiently

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

As much as half of the energy used in your home goes to heating and cooling. So making smart decisions about your home’s heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system can have a big effect on your utility bills — … Continue reading →

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