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- WRAPUP 3-GE buying again, signs energy,finance deals by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 8, 2010, 02:49
  General Electric Co (GE.N) marked its return to the takeover track with its first major deals since the start of the financial crisis, for a maker of engines…
- Sustainable brick made from sand, bacteria, and pee by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 27, 2010, 10:13
  It seems like pee, or more specifically urea, is becoming quite the sustainable ingredient. Beyond being tapped as a good source of hydrogen, it's…
- China to close down 2,000 factories to cut energy use by: Home World Energy Managing Editor
  August 17, 2010, 01:01
  The Chinese government has ordered more than 2,000 cement, steel and dyeing factories to close down outdated manufacturing units in a large-scale effort to…
- IR Camera 101- Standard Equipment for Energy Audits by: Damian Styers
  July 23, 2010, 09:40
  Ever hear that the difference between a boy and a man is the price of his toys. I thought my moisture meter at 0 was extravagant, but an IR Camera for…
- Home Energy News by: admin
  July 21, 2010, 00:23
  This is your continuing source of news, tips, and information about residential and small business energy savings. We invite you to visit us frequently for…
- Home Energy Audits Reduce Energy Costs by: Damian Styers
  May 5, 2010, 09:33
  If you’re like me, you’re always amazed at how high your energy bills are in non-peak season. It’ would be May and my energy costs would be…
Category: News & Trends (1)
- Do You Know that Utilities are Deregulated by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 9, 2010, 02:06
  Do you know that Electricity and Natural Gas has been deregulated? The Federal Power Act required that no public utility shall “make or grant any undue…
Category: Energy Efficiency (27)
- Search for savings this season in a home energy audit by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 21, 2010, 01:01
  From the crawlspace beneath the garage to the cramped attic beneath the eaves, no leak or cold draft escaped the attention of Gary Wood, a home energy auditor…
- Spotlight On Efficiency by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 19, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- How Much Energy Does Your Home Use? by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 18, 2010, 07:46
  Are your cooling and heating systems energy efficient? Not only does the efficiency of these systems spare energy -- which has been in short supply in some…
- Mt. SAC offers new green technology program by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 13, 2010, 00:03
  WALNUT - A .3million federal grant is paving the way for a new career technical program at Mt. San Antonio College, which is getting started with 24 students…
- Funneling solar energy: Antenna made of carbon nanotubes could make photovoltaic cells more efficient by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 17, 2010, 01:01
  Using carbon nanotubes (hollow tubes of carbon atoms), chemical engineers have found a way to concentrate solar energy 100 times more than a regular photovoltai…
- Energy Efficiency Tips for Businesses by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 25, 2010, 01:01
  "Top Ten Tips" The following simple no-cost/low-cost energy savings tips can be the starting point for your energy conservation efforts at your office or…
- New Training Required for ENERGY STAR Partners by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 23, 2010, 09:31
  The ENERGY STAR homes program has grown tremendously since it was introduced in the mid 1990s. In the initial program, version 1 of the guidelines, most homes…
- Properly Sized Room Air Conditioners by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 18, 2010, 01:01
  Many people buy an air conditioner that is too large, thinking it will provider better cooling. However, an oversized air conditioner is actually less…
- Programmable Thermostats for Consumers by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 17, 2010, 01:01
  Did You Know? The average household spends more than ,200 a year on energy bills - nearly half of which goes to heating and cooling. Homeowners can save…
- £4m tidal energy contract awarded to Scottish firm by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 16, 2010, 19:00
  BiFab, a Fife-based manufacturing company, has today been named as winner of a £4m tidal energy turbine contract. It is believed that the turbine…
- Rebate program for energy efficiency switches gears by: Home Energy Editor
  August 16, 2010, 01:01
  With Delaware’s appliance rebate program ending, the Sustainable Energy Utility is now turning its attention to more efficient heating, cooling and…
- France launches €1.35 billion renewables investment by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The French government last week launched a major investment programme in renewables and green chemistry totalling €1.35 billion between now and 2014.…
- US FutureGen 2.0 carbon storage project thrown into doubt by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The US Department of Energy’s FutureGen 2.0 clean coal and CO2 storage project in Illinois has been thrown into doubt as the town Mattoon that had…
- UK business group warns of delays to energy projects by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  UK business group the CBI is warning that changing the country’s planning system could lead to further delays to energy projects. Continue reading…
- EPA outlines rules for greenhouse gas regulation by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The US Environmental Protection Agency issued a statement on Friday attempting to clarify how its proposed regulation of greenhouse gas emissions will operate.…
- Natural lighting to lower charity's energy bill by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 13, 2010, 01:01
  The Society of St. Vincent de Paul's main warehouse is shining from within. The non-profit organization secured ,533 from the Arizona Department of…
- Do You Know that Utilities are Deregulated by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 9, 2010, 02:06
  Do you know that Electricity and Natural Gas has been deregulated? The Federal Power Act required that no public utility shall “make or grant any undue…
- Investing in an Energy Efficient Home by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 6, 2010, 01:01
  Q: We're in the market for a new home and want one that won't cost a fortune to heat and cool. Every builder we've talked with assures us that they build…
- Passive Solar Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 3, 2010, 01:01
  Your home's windows, walls, and floors can be designed to collect, store, and distribute solar energy in the form of heat in the winter and reject solar heat…
- Low E Sound Cool, Supposedly Work Even Better by: Damian Styers
  June 2, 2010, 23:04
  Now that the green movement is on in full force and we’ve all become conscious of how to make our homes more efficient, the change has started the race…
- How Will BP Oil Spill Influence Home Energy? by: Damian Styers
  May 31, 2010, 23:19
  If you were thinking about getting a home energy audit so that you can be more energy efficient around the house and save some money, now might be the best…
- Zero Energy Homes? by: Damian Styers
  May 28, 2010, 00:03
  Zero Energy Homes is one of the newest buzz terms in the green community – can you take a guess as to what it means? While it may be fairly self-explanato…
- How Products Earn An Energy Star Label by: Damian Styers
  May 25, 2010, 23:14
  If you’ve been looking at a home energy audit as a way to potentially save some money around the house, you’ve likely also done some research into…
- UK Blazing A Trail With Smart Metering At Home? by: Damian Styers
  May 18, 2010, 23:30
  Every now and then we learn something from the British. Whether it’s theater, soccer tricks or even the term ‘bloke’ – if you use it…
- Cash For Caulkers: More Jobs, More Energy by: Damian Styers
  May 14, 2010, 14:14
  It’s getting close to that time where you need to find your local home energy auditor. Have you heard about the Home Star Energy Retrofit Act? In simpler…
- Let Us Schedule Your Home Energy Audit by: Damian Styers
  May 7, 2010, 09:52
  You’ve finally made the right decision, you want to have a home energy audit of your home done. Your goal is to save on energy costs, to consume less…
- Home Energy Audits Reduce Energy Costs by: Damian Styers
  May 5, 2010, 09:33
  If you’re like me, you’re always amazed at how high your energy bills are in non-peak season. It’ would be May and my energy costs would be…
Category: Thinkers (1)
- The Facts About Wind Energy and Emissions by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 2, 2010, 11:04
  Anti-wind groups are attempting to defy the laws of physics with their claims. Recent data and analyses have made it clear that the emissions savings from…
Category: energy efficiency business (3)
- Mt. SAC offers new green technology program by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 13, 2010, 00:03
  WALNUT - A .3million federal grant is paving the way for a new career technical program at Mt. San Antonio College, which is getting started with 24 students…
- Energy Efficiency Tips for Businesses by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 25, 2010, 01:01
  "Top Ten Tips" The following simple no-cost/low-cost energy savings tips can be the starting point for your energy conservation efforts at your office or…
- Do You Know that Utilities are Deregulated by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 9, 2010, 02:06
  Do you know that Electricity and Natural Gas has been deregulated? The Federal Power Act required that no public utility shall “make or grant any undue…
Category: energy efficient lighting (1)
- LED Bulbs for Greener Living by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 16, 2010, 01:01
  What arrives first into your mind when one talks about green living? To several, this may denote more trees and more environmentally amiable things; whereas to…
Category: energy retrofits (12)
- How to boost home efficiency during energy awareness month by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 11, 2010, 20:18
  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…
- Energy Star appliances use high tech components to reduce the power they use. by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 7, 2010, 10:53
  The line of customers waiting for a chance to purchase an Energy Star appliance at a heavily discounted price courtesy of a federal rebate program wrapped…
- LED Bulbs for Greener Living by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 16, 2010, 01:01
  What arrives first into your mind when one talks about green living? To several, this may denote more trees and more environmentally amiable things; whereas to…
- The Green Energy News is Good by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 15, 2010, 01:01
  The renewable energy news is good now. Replaceable ( alternative ) energy ( RE ) sources are being developed at an ever-rising rate. This is good for us all as…
- Don't use more energy than you need by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 8, 2010, 12:15
  For most people, the start of cooling temperatures in the back half of the year means more time spent at home. Take advantage of the time you're spending at…
- Water Heating Tips by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 30, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- Programmable Thermostats for Consumers by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 17, 2010, 01:01
  Did You Know? The average household spends more than ,200 a year on energy bills - nearly half of which goes to heating and cooling. Homeowners can save…
- Investing in an Energy Efficient Home by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 6, 2010, 01:01
  Q: We're in the market for a new home and want one that won't cost a fortune to heat and cool. Every builder we've talked with assures us that they build…
- Zero Energy Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 5, 2010, 01:01
  A Zero Energy Home (ZEH) combines state-of-the-art, energy-efficient construction and appliances with commercially available renewable energy systems, such as…
- Making Your Own Clean Electricity by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 4, 2010, 01:01
  Generating electricity using your own small renewable energy system fits the circumstances and values of some home and small-business owners. Although it takes…
- Passive Solar Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 3, 2010, 01:01
  Your home's windows, walls, and floors can be designed to collect, store, and distribute solar energy in the form of heat in the winter and reject solar heat…
- Economical Solar Panels to Yield More Energy by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  July 29, 2010, 01:01
  There has been research work going on to increase the efficiency of the cost-effective amorphous solar panels. TU Delft has been the center where this…
Category: HVAC (1)
- Heat & Cool Efficiently by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 16, 2010, 01:01
  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…
Category: Energy retrofits for houses (11)
- Passive House Sets High Bar for Energy Efficiency by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 22, 2010, 01:05
  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,…
- How to boost home efficiency during energy awareness month by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 5, 2010, 01:55
  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 improvement boosts property efficiency by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 13, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- Interest in solar energy heats up by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 9, 2010, 01:01
  Cary Hillebrand went to Home Depot last week, shopping for cheap, renewable energy. "I have been interested in solar energy for a long time," says the…
- Sustainable brick made from sand, bacteria, and pee by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 27, 2010, 10:13
  It seems like pee, or more specifically urea, is becoming quite the sustainable ingredient. Beyond being tapped as a good source of hydrogen, it's…
- Heat & Cool Efficiently by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 16, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- Investing in an Energy Efficient Home by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 6, 2010, 01:01
  Q: We're in the market for a new home and want one that won't cost a fortune to heat and cool. Every builder we've talked with assures us that they build…
- Zero Energy Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 5, 2010, 01:01
  A Zero Energy Home (ZEH) combines state-of-the-art, energy-efficient construction and appliances with commercially available renewable energy systems, such as…
- Making Your Own Clean Electricity by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 4, 2010, 01:01
  Generating electricity using your own small renewable energy system fits the circumstances and values of some home and small-business owners. Although it takes…
- Passive Solar Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 3, 2010, 01:01
  Your home's windows, walls, and floors can be designed to collect, store, and distribute solar energy in the form of heat in the winter and reject solar heat…
- Economical Solar Panels to Yield More Energy by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  July 29, 2010, 01:01
  There has been research work going on to increase the efficiency of the cost-effective amorphous solar panels. TU Delft has been the center where this…
Category: Technology Watch (4)
- Mt. SAC offers new green technology program by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 13, 2010, 00:03
  WALNUT - A .3million federal grant is paving the way for a new career technical program at Mt. San Antonio College, which is getting started with 24 students…
- Funneling solar energy: Antenna made of carbon nanotubes could make photovoltaic cells more efficient by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 17, 2010, 01:01
  Using carbon nanotubes (hollow tubes of carbon atoms), chemical engineers have found a way to concentrate solar energy 100 times more than a regular photovoltai…
- Is Ontario's Solar Sector Growing Too Fast ? - What Solar Energy Developers Need to Know by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 6, 2010, 01:01
  Since the recent implementation of North America’s first renewable energy Feed-In-Tariff program, the Ontario government has awarded close to 3,000 MW of…
- Breakthrough in Thin-Film Solar Cells by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  July 28, 2010, 01:01
  Scientists at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) have come out with positive news about increased efficiency of thin-film solar cells. As we know that…
Category: ac alternatives (5)
- Interest in solar energy heats up by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 9, 2010, 01:01
  Cary Hillebrand went to Home Depot last week, shopping for cheap, renewable energy. "I have been interested in solar energy for a long time," says the…
- On the GreenBeat: Fuel economy labels get makeover, fabric batteries charge up by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 7, 2010, 09:55
  Fuel economy labels on cars are getting an overhaul in 2012. One proposed sticker would rate cars’ gas mileage on a scale of A+ to D. (What, no F?) The…
- Making Your Own Clean Electricity by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 4, 2010, 01:01
  Generating electricity using your own small renewable energy system fits the circumstances and values of some home and small-business owners. Although it takes…
- Spray-on Solar Panels by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  July 30, 2010, 01:01
  Solar cells are usually made of silicon coated with a thin layer of silicon nitrate. This silicon nitrate works as an anti-reflective agent to boost cell…
- Economical Solar Panels to Yield More Energy by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  July 29, 2010, 01:01
  There has been research work going on to increase the efficiency of the cost-effective amorphous solar panels. TU Delft has been the center where this…
Category: green building (3)
- Don't Forget Home Star: The Green Bill Everyone Can Agree On by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 20, 2010, 01:01
  In the arena of green politics, the spotlight has been hogged by the troubled energy reform efforts in the Senate. Many are watching as the best chance to…
- The Passive House Guide by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 19, 2010, 01:01
  You really can't talk about heating and cooling a house independently from talking about the house itself; they work together as a system. The best example of…
- Investing in an Energy Efficient Home by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 6, 2010, 01:01
  Q: We're in the market for a new home and want one that won't cost a fortune to heat and cool. Every builder we've talked with assures us that they build…
Category: Home Star (3)
- Don't Forget Home Star: The Green Bill Everyone Can Agree On by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 20, 2010, 01:01
  In the arena of green politics, the spotlight has been hogged by the troubled energy reform efforts in the Senate. Many are watching as the best chance to…
- Zero Energy Homes? by: Damian Styers
  May 28, 2010, 00:03
  Zero Energy Homes is one of the newest buzz terms in the green community – can you take a guess as to what it means? While it may be fairly self-explanato…
- UK Blazing A Trail With Smart Metering At Home? by: Damian Styers
  May 18, 2010, 23:30
  Every now and then we learn something from the British. Whether it’s theater, soccer tricks or even the term ‘bloke’ – if you use it…
Category: Lighting (5)
- Which LED Lighting Products Would You Consider Trying? by: Energy Savers
  August 5, 2010, 07:30
  On Monday, Chris discussed his upcoming project to replace the lighting in his kitchen and family room. Chris is considering LED (light-emitting diode)…
- Seeing the Light: LED Under-Cabinet and Recessed Downlights by: Energy Savers
  August 2, 2010, 10:42
  I moved into my apartment about four years ago. Little by little, I've continued to make improvements that help me save money on my energy bills. I've: Applied…
- How Do You Choose the Right Lights for Your Home? by: Energy Savers
  July 15, 2010, 07:30
  On Monday, Elizabeth told you about new labels for light bulbs that the Federal Trade Commission will be rolling out in 2011. The labels are based on the…
- Changing How You Choose Light Bulbs by: Energy Savers
  July 12, 2010, 07:30
  Last month, the Federal Trade Commission announced that light bulbs will have a brand new style of packaging, starting in 2011. This is super exciting news!…
- Be Part of the Solution! by: Allison Casey
  June 22, 2010, 10:47
  I want you to be responsible I was reading an article a friend posted to her Facebook status a week ago by author Thomas L. Friedman. In the article,…
Category: Question of the Week (7)
- Would You Consider Installing a Cool Roof? by: Energy Savers
  August 12, 2010, 07:30
  On Monday, Erin discussed cool roof technologies and how they can improve the comfort of buildings while reducing energy costs. Would you consider installing a…
- Which LED Lighting Products Would You Consider Trying? by: Energy Savers
  August 5, 2010, 07:30
  On Monday, Chris discussed his upcoming project to replace the lighting in his kitchen and family room. Chris is considering LED (light-emitting diode)…
- What Kind of Green Jobs Most Interest You? by: Energy Savers
  July 29, 2010, 07:30
  On Monday, Amy told you about some resources to help you learn about and find green jobs. "Green jobs" is a broad term, and there are opportunities for people…
- How Do You Choose the Right Lights for Your Home? by: Energy Savers
  July 15, 2010, 07:30
  On Monday, Elizabeth told you about new labels for light bulbs that the Federal Trade Commission will be rolling out in 2011. The labels are based on the…
- What Changes Are You Willing to Make to Save Energy at Work? What Aren't You Willing to Change? by: Energy Savers
  July 8, 2010, 07:30
  On Tuesday, you read about some of the innovative features that make the new Research Support Facility at the National Renewable Energy Lab highly energy…
- How Do You Save Energy When Entertaining in the Summer? by: Energy Savers
  July 1, 2010, 07:30
  The Independence Day holiday weekend is almost here! If you're like many Americans, this is a favorite weekend to gather up family and friends, cook a…
- What Steps Do You Take to Be an Energy-Conscious Citizen? by: Energy Savers
  June 24, 2010, 07:30
  On Tuesday, Sean discussed consumers' responsibilities to be energy-conscious and contribute to solutions to global and national problems. Tell us: What steps…
Category: Cooling (6)
- Beyond Salad: How to Save Energy in the Kitchen During the Summer by: Andrea Spikes
  August 16, 2010, 10:51
  One day I ordered pizza delivery. Another day, I went out to eat (well, several days actually). Yet another day found me trolling the produce and canned veggie…
- Cool Roofs: An Introduction by: Energy Savers
  August 9, 2010, 16:43
  Lately, I've been hearing a lot about cool roof technologies, so I welcomed the chance to learn more at a recent seminar. Cool roofs, also referred to as white…
- Thermostat Wars by: Andrew Bittner
  August 3, 2010, 07:30
  The other day, I was visiting a friend's office and noticed something you may have noticed yourself: his building had a variety of micro-climates, ranging from…
- Hot Time in the City? Keep Cool in Your Home by: Andrew Bittner
  July 13, 2010, 07:30
  If you live on or near the East Coast, you know that Summer 2010 is already really, really hot. We've had many days above 90°F and July is plenty toasty…
- How Do You Save Energy When Entertaining in the Summer? by: Energy Savers
  July 1, 2010, 07:30
  The Independence Day holiday weekend is almost here! If you're like many Americans, this is a favorite weekend to gather up family and friends, cook a…
- Save Money and Stay Cool with an Efficient, Well-Maintained Air Conditioner by: Energy Savers
  June 29, 2010, 07:30
  OK. It's officially summer here in Washington, D.C. I'm seeking the coolest, shadiest places possible as I get ready for the hottest few months of the year.…
Category: Summer (4)
- Beyond Salad: How to Save Energy in the Kitchen During the Summer by: Andrea Spikes
  August 16, 2010, 10:51
  One day I ordered pizza delivery. Another day, I went out to eat (well, several days actually). Yet another day found me trolling the produce and canned veggie…
- Hot Time in the City? Keep Cool in Your Home by: Andrew Bittner
  July 13, 2010, 07:30
  If you live on or near the East Coast, you know that Summer 2010 is already really, really hot. We've had many days above 90°F and July is plenty toasty…
- How Do You Save Energy When Entertaining in the Summer? by: Energy Savers
  July 1, 2010, 07:30
  The Independence Day holiday weekend is almost here! If you're like many Americans, this is a favorite weekend to gather up family and friends, cook a…
- Save Money and Stay Cool with an Efficient, Well-Maintained Air Conditioner by: Energy Savers
  June 29, 2010, 07:30
  OK. It's officially summer here in Washington, D.C. I'm seeking the coolest, shadiest places possible as I get ready for the hottest few months of the year.…
Category: Buildings (7)
- Sustainable brick made from sand, bacteria, and pee by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 27, 2010, 10:13
  It seems like pee, or more specifically urea, is becoming quite the sustainable ingredient. Beyond being tapped as a good source of hydrogen, it's…
- The Passive House Guide by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 19, 2010, 01:01
  You really can't talk about heating and cooling a house independently from talking about the house itself; they work together as a system. The best example of…
- Would You Consider Installing a Cool Roof? by: Energy Savers
  August 12, 2010, 07:30
  On Monday, Erin discussed cool roof technologies and how they can improve the comfort of buildings while reducing energy costs. Would you consider installing a…
- Cool Roofs: An Introduction by: Energy Savers
  August 9, 2010, 16:43
  Lately, I've been hearing a lot about cool roof technologies, so I welcomed the chance to learn more at a recent seminar. Cool roofs, also referred to as white…
- Thermostat Wars by: Andrew Bittner
  August 3, 2010, 07:30
  The other day, I was visiting a friend's office and noticed something you may have noticed yourself: his building had a variety of micro-climates, ranging from…
- Passive Solar Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 3, 2010, 01:01
  Your home's windows, walls, and floors can be designed to collect, store, and distribute solar energy in the form of heat in the winter and reject solar heat…
- What Changes Are You Willing to Make to Save Energy at Work? What Aren't You Willing to Change? by: Energy Savers
  July 8, 2010, 07:30
  On Tuesday, you read about some of the innovative features that make the new Research Support Facility at the National Renewable Energy Lab highly energy…
Category: Communities (1)
- Energy Challenge Four: The Baltimore Neighborhood Energy Challenge by: Energy Savers
  June 28, 2010, 10:00
  We've already seen over the past three Mondays how cooperation among the public sector, nonprofit organizations, and for-profit private sector firms can…
Category: Electricity (6)
- The Green Energy News is Good by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 15, 2010, 01:01
  The renewable energy news is good now. Replaceable ( alternative ) energy ( RE ) sources are being developed at an ever-rising rate. This is good for us all as…
- As the wind wheels turn, Indiana leaves market alone by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 31, 2010, 01:01
  If the term "wind power" evokes images of picturesque Dutch windmills amidst a landscape of tulips, take a drive on I-65 north of Lafayette. A wind farm in an…
- Do You Know that Utilities are Deregulated by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 9, 2010, 02:06
  Do you know that Electricity and Natural Gas has been deregulated? The Federal Power Act required that no public utility shall “make or grant any undue…
- Making Your Own Clean Electricity by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 4, 2010, 01:01
  Generating electricity using your own small renewable energy system fits the circumstances and values of some home and small-business owners. Although it takes…
- Passive Solar Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 3, 2010, 01:01
  Your home's windows, walls, and floors can be designed to collect, store, and distribute solar energy in the form of heat in the winter and reject solar heat…
- Be Part of the Solution! by: Allison Casey
  June 22, 2010, 10:47
  I want you to be responsible I was reading an article a friend posted to her Facebook status a week ago by author Thomas L. Friedman. In the article,…
Category: Global Warming (1)
- Be Part of the Solution! by: Allison Casey
  June 22, 2010, 10:47
  I want you to be responsible I was reading an article a friend posted to her Facebook status a week ago by author Thomas L. Friedman. In the article,…
Category: Home Energy Audits (8)
- Search for savings this season in a home energy audit by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 21, 2010, 01:01
  From the crawlspace beneath the garage to the cramped attic beneath the eaves, no leak or cold draft escaped the attention of Gary Wood, a home energy auditor…
- Professional Home Energy Assessments by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 12, 2010, 01:01
  Professional energy assessments generally go into great detail. The energy auditor should do a room-by-room examination of the residence, as well as a thorough…
- Home energy audits: Doctor's checkups for a house by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 11, 2010, 01:01
  Jim Alexander, a real estate agent in Atlanta, decided this summer to subject his own 11-year-old house to an energy audit. "If this was something I was…
- Low E Sound Cool, Supposedly Work Even Better by: Damian Styers
  June 2, 2010, 23:04
  Now that the green movement is on in full force and we’ve all become conscious of how to make our homes more efficient, the change has started the race…
- How Will BP Oil Spill Influence Home Energy? by: Damian Styers
  May 31, 2010, 23:19
  If you were thinking about getting a home energy audit so that you can be more energy efficient around the house and save some money, now might be the best…
- Cash For Caulkers: More Jobs, More Energy by: Damian Styers
  May 14, 2010, 14:14
  It’s getting close to that time where you need to find your local home energy auditor. Have you heard about the Home Star Energy Retrofit Act? In simpler…
- Let Us Schedule Your Home Energy Audit by: Damian Styers
  May 7, 2010, 09:52
  You’ve finally made the right decision, you want to have a home energy audit of your home done. Your goal is to save on energy costs, to consume less…
- Home Energy Audits Reduce Energy Costs by: Damian Styers
  May 5, 2010, 09:33
  If you’re like me, you’re always amazed at how high your energy bills are in non-peak season. It’ would be May and my energy costs would be…
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- Professional Home Energy Assessments by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 12, 2010, 01:01
  Professional energy assessments generally go into great detail. The energy auditor should do a room-by-room examination of the residence, as well as a thorough…
- Home energy audits: Doctor's checkups for a house by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 11, 2010, 01:01
  Jim Alexander, a real estate agent in Atlanta, decided this summer to subject his own 11-year-old house to an energy audit. "If this was something I was…
- Low E Sound Cool, Supposedly Work Even Better by: Damian Styers
  June 2, 2010, 23:04
  Now that the green movement is on in full force and we’ve all become conscious of how to make our homes more efficient, the change has started the race…
- How Will BP Oil Spill Influence Home Energy? by: Damian Styers
  May 31, 2010, 23:19
  If you were thinking about getting a home energy audit so that you can be more energy efficient around the house and save some money, now might be the best…
- Zero Energy Homes? by: Damian Styers
  May 28, 2010, 00:03
  Zero Energy Homes is one of the newest buzz terms in the green community – can you take a guess as to what it means? While it may be fairly self-explanato…
- How Products Earn An Energy Star Label by: Damian Styers
  May 25, 2010, 23:14
  If you’ve been looking at a home energy audit as a way to potentially save some money around the house, you’ve likely also done some research into…
- Contractors Head To D.C. To Lobby Cash For Caulkers by: Damian Styers
  May 20, 2010, 22:27
  It’s been a trying time for many contractors across America as the recession has put a number of them on the sidelines. While real estate foreclosures…
- UK Blazing A Trail With Smart Metering At Home? by: Damian Styers
  May 18, 2010, 23:30
  Every now and then we learn something from the British. Whether it’s theater, soccer tricks or even the term ‘bloke’ – if you use it…
- Cash For Caulkers: More Jobs, More Energy by: Damian Styers
  May 14, 2010, 14:14
  It’s getting close to that time where you need to find your local home energy auditor. Have you heard about the Home Star Energy Retrofit Act? In simpler…
- Let Us Schedule Your Home Energy Audit by: Damian Styers
  May 7, 2010, 09:52
  You’ve finally made the right decision, you want to have a home energy audit of your home done. Your goal is to save on energy costs, to consume less…
- Home Energy Audits Reduce Energy Costs by: Damian Styers
  May 5, 2010, 09:33
  If you’re like me, you’re always amazed at how high your energy bills are in non-peak season. It’ would be May and my energy costs would be…
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- Professional Home Energy Assessments by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 12, 2010, 01:01
  Professional energy assessments generally go into great detail. The energy auditor should do a room-by-room examination of the residence, as well as a thorough…
- Home energy audits: Doctor's checkups for a house by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 11, 2010, 01:01
  Jim Alexander, a real estate agent in Atlanta, decided this summer to subject his own 11-year-old house to an energy audit. "If this was something I was…
- Low E Sound Cool, Supposedly Work Even Better by: Damian Styers
  June 2, 2010, 23:04
  Now that the green movement is on in full force and we’ve all become conscious of how to make our homes more efficient, the change has started the race…
- Zero Energy Homes? by: Damian Styers
  May 28, 2010, 00:03
  Zero Energy Homes is one of the newest buzz terms in the green community – can you take a guess as to what it means? While it may be fairly self-explanato…
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- Residential vertical wind turbines and solar panels designs for your home – Clean alternative energy systems can save with energy star tax credit by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 25, 2010, 01:29
  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…
- Passive House Sets High Bar for Energy Efficiency by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 22, 2010, 01:05
  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,…
- Test Could Cut Your Energy Bill by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 20, 2010, 09:22
  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…
- Spotlight On Efficiency by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 19, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- How to boost home efficiency during energy awareness month by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 5, 2010, 01:55
  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 improvement boosts property efficiency by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 13, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- Water Heating Tips by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 30, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- Residential Energy Efficiency Tips by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 26, 2010, 11:49
  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…
- Editorial: Wind industry proves powerful again by: Home World Energy Managing Editor
  August 16, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- Heat & Cool Efficiently by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 16, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- Professional Home Energy Assessments by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 12, 2010, 01:01
  Professional energy assessments generally go into great detail. The energy auditor should do a room-by-room examination of the residence, as well as a thorough…
- Home energy audits: Doctor's checkups for a house by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 11, 2010, 01:01
  Jim Alexander, a real estate agent in Atlanta, decided this summer to subject his own 11-year-old house to an energy audit. "If this was something I was…
- Emerald and Energy Star by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 10, 2010, 03:17
  Dave Boyer's house is the first in North Carolina and one of only 22 in the country to receive an Emerald rating from the National Association of Home…
- Passive Solar Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 3, 2010, 01:01
  Your home's windows, walls, and floors can be designed to collect, store, and distribute solar energy in the form of heat in the winter and reject solar heat…
- Low E Sound Cool, Supposedly Work Even Better by: Damian Styers
  June 2, 2010, 23:04
  Now that the green movement is on in full force and we’ve all become conscious of how to make our homes more efficient, the change has started the race…
- How Products Earn An Energy Star Label by: Damian Styers
  May 25, 2010, 23:14
  If you’ve been looking at a home energy audit as a way to potentially save some money around the house, you’ve likely also done some research into…
- Contractors Head To D.C. To Lobby Cash For Caulkers by: Damian Styers
  May 20, 2010, 22:27
  It’s been a trying time for many contractors across America as the recession has put a number of them on the sidelines. While real estate foreclosures…
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  June 2, 2010, 23:04
  Now that the green movement is on in full force and we’ve all become conscious of how to make our homes more efficient, the change has started the race…
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- How Will BP Oil Spill Influence Home Energy? by: Damian Styers
  May 31, 2010, 23:19
  If you were thinking about getting a home energy audit so that you can be more energy efficient around the house and save some money, now might be the best…
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- Test Could Cut Your Energy Bill by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 20, 2010, 09:22
  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…
- Spotlight On Efficiency by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 19, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- How Much Energy Does Your Home Use? by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 18, 2010, 07:46
  Are your cooling and heating systems energy efficient? Not only does the efficiency of these systems spare energy -- which has been in short supply in some…
- Fall Energy Saving Tips by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 14, 2010, 03:10
  Fall weather usually drives energy bills higher as furnaces start working overtime to ward off the chilly temperatures. There are a few simple ways to keep…
- How to boost home efficiency during energy awareness month by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 11, 2010, 20:18
  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…
- 5 Steps for Making the US an Energy Efficiency Leader by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 10, 2010, 01:01
  YONKERS, NY — Consumer Reports is offering five tips on how to transform the U.S. from an energy hog to a global energy efficiency leader. The advice…
- Don't use more energy than you need by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 8, 2010, 12:15
  For most people, the start of cooling temperatures in the back half of the year means more time spent at home. Take advantage of the time you're spending at…
- 4 Solar Power Rebates You May Not Know About by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 3, 2010, 01:01
  It will take a perfect storm of converging forces to push solar power into the limelight as a practical source of reliable power. So far, concerns about…
- The Facts About Wind Energy and Emissions by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 2, 2010, 11:04
  Anti-wind groups are attempting to defy the laws of physics with their claims. Recent data and analyses have made it clear that the emissions savings from…
- Water Heating Tips by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 30, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- Sealing Ducts: What’s Better, Tape or Mastic? by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 24, 2010, 01:01
  Most residential duct systems have numerous leaks that waste energy and lead to room-to-room pressure imbalances. Unfortunately, though, few building inspectors…
- Properly Sized Room Air Conditioners by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 18, 2010, 01:01
  Many people buy an air conditioner that is too large, thinking it will provider better cooling. However, an oversized air conditioner is actually less…
- Ceiling Fan Basics by: Home Energy Editor
  August 17, 2010, 08:56
  Choosing the Right Size Ceiling fan blade spans range from 29 – 54 inches – the most popular being the 52-inch model. To determine which size you need,…
- Programmable Thermostats for Consumers by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 17, 2010, 01:01
  Did You Know? The average household spends more than ,200 a year on energy bills - nearly half of which goes to heating and cooling. Homeowners can save…
- How Will BP Oil Spill Influence Home Energy? by: Damian Styers
  May 31, 2010, 23:19
  If you were thinking about getting a home energy audit so that you can be more energy efficient around the house and save some money, now might be the best…
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- Fall Energy Saving Tips by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 14, 2010, 03:10
  Fall weather usually drives energy bills higher as furnaces start working overtime to ward off the chilly temperatures. There are a few simple ways to keep…
- 4 Solar Power Rebates You May Not Know About by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 3, 2010, 01:01
  It will take a perfect storm of converging forces to push solar power into the limelight as a practical source of reliable power. So far, concerns about…
- Properly Sized Room Air Conditioners by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 18, 2010, 01:01
  Many people buy an air conditioner that is too large, thinking it will provider better cooling. However, an oversized air conditioner is actually less…
- Ceiling Fan Basics by: Home Energy Editor
  August 17, 2010, 08:56
  Choosing the Right Size Ceiling fan blade spans range from 29 – 54 inches – the most popular being the 52-inch model. To determine which size you need,…
- Energy Saving Tips: Good Energy Saving Investment Recommendations by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  July 27, 2010, 01:01
  Programmable Thermostat * Install an ENERGY STAR qualified programmable thermostat – It can save up to 0 per year in coastal areas and over 0 inland…
- Energy Saving Tips: Free and Low Cost Recommendations for Residential Homes (Part 3) by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  July 26, 2010, 01:01
  Power Down Your Computer * Enable "power management" on all computers and make sure to turn them off at night. A laptop computer uses up to 90% less energy…
- Energy Saving Tips: Free and Low Cost Recommendations for Residential Homes (Part 2) by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  July 23, 2010, 01:01
  Buy Energy Efficient Appliances * Always buy ENERGY STAR qualified appliances and equipment - they're up to 40% more efficient. Find rebates and incentives…
- Zero Energy Homes? by: Damian Styers
  May 28, 2010, 00:03
  Zero Energy Homes is one of the newest buzz terms in the green community – can you take a guess as to what it means? While it may be fairly self-explanato…
- UK Blazing A Trail With Smart Metering At Home? by: Damian Styers
  May 18, 2010, 23:30
  Every now and then we learn something from the British. Whether it’s theater, soccer tricks or even the term ‘bloke’ – if you use it…
- Cash For Caulkers: More Jobs, More Energy by: Damian Styers
  May 14, 2010, 14:14
  It’s getting close to that time where you need to find your local home energy auditor. Have you heard about the Home Star Energy Retrofit Act? In simpler…
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- Rebate program for energy efficiency switches gears by: Home Energy Editor
  August 16, 2010, 01:01
  With Delaware’s appliance rebate program ending, the Sustainable Energy Utility is now turning its attention to more efficient heating, cooling and…
- Zero Energy Homes? by: Damian Styers
  May 28, 2010, 00:03
  Zero Energy Homes is one of the newest buzz terms in the green community – can you take a guess as to what it means? While it may be fairly self-explanato…
- UK Blazing A Trail With Smart Metering At Home? by: Damian Styers
  May 18, 2010, 23:30
  Every now and then we learn something from the British. Whether it’s theater, soccer tricks or even the term ‘bloke’ – if you use it…
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- Passive House Sets High Bar for Energy Efficiency by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 22, 2010, 01:05
  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,…
- Obama touts green energy benefits by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 4, 2010, 17:57
  WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 (UPI) -- A failure to address climate change in the United States means giving China a competitive edge, U.S. President Barack Obama…
- Don't Forget Home Star: The Green Bill Everyone Can Agree On by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 20, 2010, 01:01
  In the arena of green politics, the spotlight has been hogged by the troubled energy reform efforts in the Senate. Many are watching as the best chance to…
- The Passive House Guide by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 19, 2010, 01:01
  You really can't talk about heating and cooling a house independently from talking about the house itself; they work together as a system. The best example of…
- Zero Energy Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 5, 2010, 01:01
  A Zero Energy Home (ZEH) combines state-of-the-art, energy-efficient construction and appliances with commercially available renewable energy systems, such as…
- Making Your Own Clean Electricity by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 4, 2010, 01:01
  Generating electricity using your own small renewable energy system fits the circumstances and values of some home and small-business owners. Although it takes…
- Zero Energy Homes? by: Damian Styers
  May 28, 2010, 00:03
  Zero Energy Homes is one of the newest buzz terms in the green community – can you take a guess as to what it means? While it may be fairly self-explanato…
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- Residential vertical wind turbines and solar panels designs for your home – Clean alternative energy systems can save with energy star tax credit by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 25, 2010, 01:29
  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…
- Energy Star appliances use high tech components to reduce the power they use. by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 7, 2010, 10:53
  The line of customers waiting for a chance to purchase an Energy Star appliance at a heavily discounted price courtesy of a federal rebate program wrapped…
- New Training Required for ENERGY STAR Partners by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 23, 2010, 09:31
  The ENERGY STAR homes program has grown tremendously since it was introduced in the mid 1990s. In the initial program, version 1 of the guidelines, most homes…
- Properly Sized Room Air Conditioners by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 18, 2010, 01:01
  Many people buy an air conditioner that is too large, thinking it will provider better cooling. However, an oversized air conditioner is actually less…
- Energy Star to Raise Gas Water Heater Criteria by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 2, 2010, 01:01
  This fall, the Energy Star program will increase its minimum Energy Factor (EF) for gas storage water heaters from 0.62 to 0.67. The increase in criteria…
- How Products Earn An Energy Star Label by: Damian Styers
  May 25, 2010, 23:14
  If you’ve been looking at a home energy audit as a way to potentially save some money around the house, you’ve likely also done some research into…
- Let Us Schedule Your Home Energy Audit by: Damian Styers
  May 7, 2010, 09:52
  You’ve finally made the right decision, you want to have a home energy audit of your home done. Your goal is to save on energy costs, to consume less…
- Home Energy Audits Reduce Energy Costs by: Damian Styers
  May 5, 2010, 09:33
  If you’re like me, you’re always amazed at how high your energy bills are in non-peak season. It’ would be May and my energy costs would be…
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- Residential vertical wind turbines and solar panels designs for your home – Clean alternative energy systems can save with energy star tax credit by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 25, 2010, 01:29
  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…
- Energy Star appliances use high tech components to reduce the power they use. by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 7, 2010, 10:53
  The line of customers waiting for a chance to purchase an Energy Star appliance at a heavily discounted price courtesy of a federal rebate program wrapped…
- Save Money and Energy; Take the ENERGY STAR® Pledge by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 6, 2010, 01:49
  Georgia Power is encouraging its customers to help the environment by supporting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) "Change the World, Start with…
- Don't Forget Home Star: The Green Bill Everyone Can Agree On by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 20, 2010, 01:01
  In the arena of green politics, the spotlight has been hogged by the troubled energy reform efforts in the Senate. Many are watching as the best chance to…
- Properly Sized Room Air Conditioners by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 18, 2010, 01:01
  Many people buy an air conditioner that is too large, thinking it will provider better cooling. However, an oversized air conditioner is actually less…
- Emerald and Energy Star by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 10, 2010, 03:17
  Dave Boyer's house is the first in North Carolina and one of only 22 in the country to receive an Emerald rating from the National Association of Home…
- Energy Star to Raise Gas Water Heater Criteria by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 2, 2010, 01:01
  This fall, the Energy Star program will increase its minimum Energy Factor (EF) for gas storage water heaters from 0.62 to 0.67. The increase in criteria…
- How Products Earn An Energy Star Label by: Damian Styers
  May 25, 2010, 23:14
  If you’ve been looking at a home energy audit as a way to potentially save some money around the house, you’ve likely also done some research into…
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- Mt. SAC offers new green technology program by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 13, 2010, 00:03
  WALNUT - A .3million federal grant is paving the way for a new career technical program at Mt. San Antonio College, which is getting started with 24 students…
- The Home Energy Management Market Heats Up by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 12, 2010, 13:13
  From startups to heavyweights, companies are betting that energy management will be the next big thing--a market worth 1 billion by 2014. Talk to people…
- Water Heating Tips by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 30, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- Residential Energy Efficiency Tips by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 26, 2010, 11:49
  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…
- The Passive House Guide by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 19, 2010, 01:01
  You really can't talk about heating and cooling a house independently from talking about the house itself; they work together as a system. The best example of…
- Home energy audits: Doctor's checkups for a house by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 11, 2010, 01:01
  Jim Alexander, a real estate agent in Atlanta, decided this summer to subject his own 11-year-old house to an energy audit. "If this was something I was…
- Passive Solar Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 3, 2010, 01:01
  Your home's windows, walls, and floors can be designed to collect, store, and distribute solar energy in the form of heat in the winter and reject solar heat…
- How Products Earn An Energy Star Label by: Damian Styers
  May 25, 2010, 23:14
  If you’ve been looking at a home energy audit as a way to potentially save some money around the house, you’ve likely also done some research into…
- Contractors Head To D.C. To Lobby Cash For Caulkers by: Damian Styers
  May 20, 2010, 22:27
  It’s been a trying time for many contractors across America as the recession has put a number of them on the sidelines. While real estate foreclosures…
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- Contractors Head To D.C. To Lobby Cash For Caulkers by: Damian Styers
  May 20, 2010, 22:27
  It’s been a trying time for many contractors across America as the recession has put a number of them on the sidelines. While real estate foreclosures…
- Cash For Caulkers: More Jobs, More Energy by: Damian Styers
  May 14, 2010, 14:14
  It’s getting close to that time where you need to find your local home energy auditor. Have you heard about the Home Star Energy Retrofit Act? In simpler…
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- Funneling solar energy: Antenna made of carbon nanotubes could make photovoltaic cells more efficient by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 17, 2010, 01:01
  Using carbon nanotubes (hollow tubes of carbon atoms), chemical engineers have found a way to concentrate solar energy 100 times more than a regular photovoltai…
- LED Bulbs for Greener Living by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 16, 2010, 01:01
  What arrives first into your mind when one talks about green living? To several, this may denote more trees and more environmentally amiable things; whereas to…
- On the GreenBeat: Fuel economy labels get makeover, fabric batteries charge up by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 7, 2010, 09:55
  Fuel economy labels on cars are getting an overhaul in 2012. One proposed sticker would rate cars’ gas mileage on a scale of A+ to D. (What, no F?) The…
- Sustainable brick made from sand, bacteria, and pee by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 27, 2010, 10:13
  It seems like pee, or more specifically urea, is becoming quite the sustainable ingredient. Beyond being tapped as a good source of hydrogen, it's…
- Ceiling Fan Basics by: Home Energy Editor
  August 17, 2010, 08:56
  Choosing the Right Size Ceiling fan blade spans range from 29 – 54 inches – the most popular being the 52-inch model. To determine which size you need,…
- Zero Energy Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 5, 2010, 01:01
  A Zero Energy Home (ZEH) combines state-of-the-art, energy-efficient construction and appliances with commercially available renewable energy systems, such as…
- Energy Star to Raise Gas Water Heater Criteria by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 2, 2010, 01:01
  This fall, the Energy Star program will increase its minimum Energy Factor (EF) for gas storage water heaters from 0.62 to 0.67. The increase in criteria…
- Spray-on Solar Panels by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  July 30, 2010, 01:01
  Solar cells are usually made of silicon coated with a thin layer of silicon nitrate. This silicon nitrate works as an anti-reflective agent to boost cell…
- Economical Solar Panels to Yield More Energy by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  July 29, 2010, 01:01
  There has been research work going on to increase the efficiency of the cost-effective amorphous solar panels. TU Delft has been the center where this…
- Breakthrough in Thin-Film Solar Cells by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  July 28, 2010, 01:01
  Scientists at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) have come out with positive news about increased efficiency of thin-film solar cells. As we know that…
- Contractors Head To D.C. To Lobby Cash For Caulkers by: Damian Styers
  May 20, 2010, 22:27
  It’s been a trying time for many contractors across America as the recession has put a number of them on the sidelines. While real estate foreclosures…
- Let Us Schedule Your Home Energy Audit by: Damian Styers
  May 7, 2010, 09:52
  You’ve finally made the right decision, you want to have a home energy audit of your home done. Your goal is to save on energy costs, to consume less…
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- The Green Energy News is Good by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 15, 2010, 01:01
  The renewable energy news is good now. Replaceable ( alternative ) energy ( RE ) sources are being developed at an ever-rising rate. This is good for us all as…
- The Passive House Guide by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 19, 2010, 01:01
  You really can't talk about heating and cooling a house independently from talking about the house itself; they work together as a system. The best example of…
- Heat & Cool Efficiently by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 16, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- Do You Know that Utilities are Deregulated by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 9, 2010, 02:06
  Do you know that Electricity and Natural Gas has been deregulated? The Federal Power Act required that no public utility shall “make or grant any undue…
- Passive Solar Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 3, 2010, 01:01
  Your home's windows, walls, and floors can be designed to collect, store, and distribute solar energy in the form of heat in the winter and reject solar heat…
- UK Blazing A Trail With Smart Metering At Home? by: Damian Styers
  May 18, 2010, 23:30
  Every now and then we learn something from the British. Whether it’s theater, soccer tricks or even the term ‘bloke’ – if you use it…
- Let Us Schedule Your Home Energy Audit by: Damian Styers
  May 7, 2010, 09:52
  You’ve finally made the right decision, you want to have a home energy audit of your home done. Your goal is to save on energy costs, to consume less…
- Home Energy Audits Reduce Energy Costs by: Damian Styers
  May 5, 2010, 09:33
  If you’re like me, you’re always amazed at how high your energy bills are in non-peak season. It’ would be May and my energy costs would be…
Category: energy saving (9)
- Interest in solar energy heats up by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 9, 2010, 01:01
  Cary Hillebrand went to Home Depot last week, shopping for cheap, renewable energy. "I have been interested in solar energy for a long time," says the…
- The Facts About Wind Energy and Emissions by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 2, 2010, 11:04
  Anti-wind groups are attempting to defy the laws of physics with their claims. Recent data and analyses have made it clear that the emissions savings from…
- £4m tidal energy contract awarded to Scottish firm by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 16, 2010, 19:00
  BiFab, a Fife-based manufacturing company, has today been named as winner of a £4m tidal energy turbine contract. It is believed that the turbine…
- Heat & Cool Efficiently by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 16, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- France launches €1.35 billion renewables investment by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The French government last week launched a major investment programme in renewables and green chemistry totalling €1.35 billion between now and 2014.…
- US FutureGen 2.0 carbon storage project thrown into doubt by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The US Department of Energy’s FutureGen 2.0 clean coal and CO2 storage project in Illinois has been thrown into doubt as the town Mattoon that had…
- UK business group warns of delays to energy projects by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  UK business group the CBI is warning that changing the country’s planning system could lead to further delays to energy projects. Continue reading…
- EPA outlines rules for greenhouse gas regulation by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The US Environmental Protection Agency issued a statement on Friday attempting to clarify how its proposed regulation of greenhouse gas emissions will operate.…
- UK Blazing A Trail With Smart Metering At Home? by: Damian Styers
  May 18, 2010, 23:30
  Every now and then we learn something from the British. Whether it’s theater, soccer tricks or even the term ‘bloke’ – if you use it…
Category: summer efficiency tips (1)
- UK Blazing A Trail With Smart Metering At Home? by: Damian Styers
  May 18, 2010, 23:30
  Every now and then we learn something from the British. Whether it’s theater, soccer tricks or even the term ‘bloke’ – if you use it…
Category: Benefits of a Home Energy Audit (2)
- Don't use more energy than you need by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 8, 2010, 12:15
  For most people, the start of cooling temperatures in the back half of the year means more time spent at home. Take advantage of the time you're spending at…
- Cash For Caulkers: More Jobs, More Energy by: Damian Styers
  May 14, 2010, 14:14
  It’s getting close to that time where you need to find your local home energy auditor. Have you heard about the Home Star Energy Retrofit Act? In simpler…
Category: local home energy auditor (1)
- Cash For Caulkers: More Jobs, More Energy by: Damian Styers
  May 14, 2010, 14:14
  It’s getting close to that time where you need to find your local home energy auditor. Have you heard about the Home Star Energy Retrofit Act? In simpler…
Category: Home Energy Audit Process (4)
- Professional Home Energy Assessments by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 12, 2010, 01:01
  Professional energy assessments generally go into great detail. The energy auditor should do a room-by-room examination of the residence, as well as a thorough…
- Home energy audits: Doctor's checkups for a house by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 11, 2010, 01:01
  Jim Alexander, a real estate agent in Atlanta, decided this summer to subject his own 11-year-old house to an energy audit. "If this was something I was…
- Let Us Schedule Your Home Energy Audit by: Damian Styers
  May 7, 2010, 09:52
  You’ve finally made the right decision, you want to have a home energy audit of your home done. Your goal is to save on energy costs, to consume less…
- Home Energy Audits Reduce Energy Costs by: Damian Styers
  May 5, 2010, 09:33
  If you’re like me, you’re always amazed at how high your energy bills are in non-peak season. It’ would be May and my energy costs would be…
Category: Energy Audits (1)
- Let Us Schedule Your Home Energy Audit by: Damian Styers
  May 7, 2010, 09:52
  You’ve finally made the right decision, you want to have a home energy audit of your home done. Your goal is to save on energy costs, to consume less…
Category: energy savings (9)
- Obama touts green energy benefits by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 4, 2010, 17:57
  WASHINGTON, Oct. 4 (UPI) -- A failure to address climate change in the United States means giving China a competitive edge, U.S. President Barack Obama…
- WPG Says Green Energy-Related Revenue May Exceed NT Billion Next Year by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 1, 2010, 01:01
  WPG Holdings Co., a distributor of electronic components, said revenue for green energy-related products may exceed NT billion next year after it won the…
- Properly Sized Room Air Conditioners by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 18, 2010, 01:01
  Many people buy an air conditioner that is too large, thinking it will provider better cooling. However, an oversized air conditioner is actually less…
- Programmable Thermostats for Consumers by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 17, 2010, 01:01
  Did You Know? The average household spends more than ,200 a year on energy bills - nearly half of which goes to heating and cooling. Homeowners can save…
- Rebate program for energy efficiency switches gears by: Home Energy Editor
  August 16, 2010, 01:01
  With Delaware’s appliance rebate program ending, the Sustainable Energy Utility is now turning its attention to more efficient heating, cooling and…
- Zero Energy Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 5, 2010, 01:01
  A Zero Energy Home (ZEH) combines state-of-the-art, energy-efficient construction and appliances with commercially available renewable energy systems, such as…
- Passive Solar Home Design by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 3, 2010, 01:01
  Your home's windows, walls, and floors can be designed to collect, store, and distribute solar energy in the form of heat in the winter and reject solar heat…
- Energy Star to Raise Gas Water Heater Criteria by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 2, 2010, 01:01
  This fall, the Energy Star program will increase its minimum Energy Factor (EF) for gas storage water heaters from 0.62 to 0.67. The increase in criteria…
- Let Us Schedule Your Home Energy Audit by: Damian Styers
  May 7, 2010, 09:52
  You’ve finally made the right decision, you want to have a home energy audit of your home done. Your goal is to save on energy costs, to consume less…
Category: saving energy (11)
- How Much Energy Does Your Home Use? by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 18, 2010, 07:46
  Are your cooling and heating systems energy efficient? Not only does the efficiency of these systems spare energy -- which has been in short supply in some…
- How to boost home efficiency during energy awareness month by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 11, 2010, 20:18
  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…
- Big Solar: The Sun’s Rising Power by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 20, 2010, 01:01
  “The Sun Always Shines on TV”, a famous Europop song in the 1980s, could be re-released for the 21st century, just slightly modified: nowadays, the sun…
- Is Ontario's Solar Sector Growing Too Fast ? - What Solar Energy Developers Need to Know by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 6, 2010, 01:01
  Since the recent implementation of North America’s first renewable energy Feed-In-Tariff program, the Ontario government has awarded close to 3,000 MW of…
- 4 Solar Power Rebates You May Not Know About by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 3, 2010, 01:01
  It will take a perfect storm of converging forces to push solar power into the limelight as a practical source of reliable power. So far, concerns about…
- Editorial: Wind industry proves powerful again by: Home World Energy Managing Editor
  August 16, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- Natural lighting to lower charity's energy bill by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 13, 2010, 01:01
  The Society of St. Vincent de Paul's main warehouse is shining from within. The non-profit organization secured ,533 from the Arizona Department of…
- Making Your Own Clean Electricity by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 4, 2010, 01:01
  Generating electricity using your own small renewable energy system fits the circumstances and values of some home and small-business owners. Although it takes…
- Spray-on Solar Panels by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  July 30, 2010, 01:01
  Solar cells are usually made of silicon coated with a thin layer of silicon nitrate. This silicon nitrate works as an anti-reflective agent to boost cell…
- Energy Saving Tips: Free and Low Cost Recommendations for Residential Homes (Part 1) by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  July 22, 2010, 01:01
  Replace Light Bulbs * Replace standard incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and save 75% off lighting costs. Unplug…
- Let Us Schedule Your Home Energy Audit by: Damian Styers
  May 7, 2010, 09:52
  You’ve finally made the right decision, you want to have a home energy audit of your home done. Your goal is to save on energy costs, to consume less…
Category: Vehicles (1)
- Fact-o-rific Vehicle Facts of the Week by: Energy Savers
  August 17, 2010, 07:30
  I have a secret. When I need a little pick-me-up at work, I often surf over to the EERE Vehicle Technologies Program Web site and read their latest Fact of the…
Category: Web Sites (2)
- Fact-o-rific Vehicle Facts of the Week by: Energy Savers
  August 17, 2010, 07:30
  I have a secret. When I need a little pick-me-up at work, I often surf over to the EERE Vehicle Technologies Program Web site and read their latest Fact of the…
- Bringing Better Information to the Energy Savers Crowd by: Energy Savers
  July 27, 2010, 07:30
  One of the most fun things I get to do in my work in the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) is go to exciting public events to help get…
Category: Appliances (1)
- Beyond Salad: How to Save Energy in the Kitchen During the Summer by: Andrea Spikes
  August 16, 2010, 10:51
  One day I ordered pizza delivery. Another day, I went out to eat (well, several days actually). Yet another day found me trolling the produce and canned veggie…
Category: Electronics (1)
- Beyond Salad: How to Save Energy in the Kitchen During the Summer by: Andrea Spikes
  August 16, 2010, 10:51
  One day I ordered pizza delivery. Another day, I went out to eat (well, several days actually). Yet another day found me trolling the produce and canned veggie…
Category: Apartments (1)
- Apartment Hunting with an Eye to Energy Savings: Part I by: Energy Savers
  August 10, 2010, 17:30
  Apartment hunting can be a long and stressful process. Finding that right place is difficult, let alone finding the right place with the right price. What's…
Category: Calculators (1)
- Cool Roofs: An Introduction by: Energy Savers
  August 9, 2010, 16:43
  Lately, I've been hearing a lot about cool roof technologies, so I welcomed the chance to learn more at a recent seminar. Cool roofs, also referred to as white…
Category: Home Design (1)
- Cool Roofs: An Introduction by: Energy Savers
  August 9, 2010, 16:43
  Lately, I've been hearing a lot about cool roof technologies, so I welcomed the chance to learn more at a recent seminar. Cool roofs, also referred to as white…
Category: Tax Credits (1)
- Cool Roofs: An Introduction by: Energy Savers
  August 9, 2010, 16:43
  Lately, I've been hearing a lot about cool roof technologies, so I welcomed the chance to learn more at a recent seminar. Cool roofs, also referred to as white…
Category: Heating (1)
- Thermostat Wars by: Andrew Bittner
  August 3, 2010, 07:30
  The other day, I was visiting a friend's office and noticed something you may have noticed yourself: his building had a variety of micro-climates, ranging from…
Category: Energy Careers (2)
- Tips on Seeking a Renewable Energy Degree by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 14, 2010, 01:01
  September is back to school month for many in the U.S. and elsewhere. As one season fades into the next, it's time for new beginnings and fresh thinking.…
- What Kind of Green Jobs Most Interest You? by: Energy Savers
  July 29, 2010, 07:30
  On Monday, Amy told you about some resources to help you learn about and find green jobs. "Green jobs" is a broad term, and there are opportunities for people…
Category: home energy (9)
- Big Solar: The Sun’s Rising Power by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 20, 2010, 01:01
  “The Sun Always Shines on TV”, a famous Europop song in the 1980s, could be re-released for the 21st century, just slightly modified: nowadays, the sun…
- China to close down 2,000 factories to cut energy use by: Home World Energy Managing Editor
  August 17, 2010, 01:01
  The Chinese government has ordered more than 2,000 cement, steel and dyeing factories to close down outdated manufacturing units in a large-scale effort to…
- £4m tidal energy contract awarded to Scottish firm by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 16, 2010, 19:00
  BiFab, a Fife-based manufacturing company, has today been named as winner of a £4m tidal energy turbine contract. It is believed that the turbine…
- Woodstock for Energy Efficiency Mavens by: Home Energy Magazine Blog
  August 16, 2010, 03:00
  Notes from Asilomar—the 15th Summer Study of the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy: Sunday Plenary Efficiency is the Centerpiece:…
- Editorial: Wind industry proves powerful again by: Home World Energy Managing Editor
  August 16, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- France launches €1.35 billion renewables investment by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The French government last week launched a major investment programme in renewables and green chemistry totalling €1.35 billion between now and 2014.…
- US FutureGen 2.0 carbon storage project thrown into doubt by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The US Department of Energy’s FutureGen 2.0 clean coal and CO2 storage project in Illinois has been thrown into doubt as the town Mattoon that had…
- UK business group warns of delays to energy projects by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  UK business group the CBI is warning that changing the country’s planning system could lead to further delays to energy projects. Continue reading…
- EPA outlines rules for greenhouse gas regulation by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The US Environmental Protection Agency issued a statement on Friday attempting to clarify how its proposed regulation of greenhouse gas emissions will operate.…
Category: Energy Leaders (10)
- Will Wall Street Get Behind Offshore Wind? by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 15, 2010, 05:47
  With Google’s announcement this week that it would invest in a billion project to build an underwater transmission backbone to support offshore wind…
- WRAPUP 3-GE buying again, signs energy,finance deals by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 8, 2010, 02:49
  General Electric Co (GE.N) marked its return to the takeover track with its first major deals since the start of the financial crisis, for a maker of engines…
- 5 Steps for Making the US an Energy Efficiency Leader by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 10, 2010, 01:01
  YONKERS, NY — Consumer Reports is offering five tips on how to transform the U.S. from an energy hog to a global energy efficiency leader. The advice…
- WPG Says Green Energy-Related Revenue May Exceed NT Billion Next Year by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 1, 2010, 01:01
  WPG Holdings Co., a distributor of electronic components, said revenue for green energy-related products may exceed NT billion next year after it won the…
- As the wind wheels turn, Indiana leaves market alone by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  August 31, 2010, 01:01
  If the term "wind power" evokes images of picturesque Dutch windmills amidst a landscape of tulips, take a drive on I-65 north of Lafayette. A wind farm in an…
- £4m tidal energy contract awarded to Scottish firm by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 16, 2010, 19:00
  BiFab, a Fife-based manufacturing company, has today been named as winner of a £4m tidal energy turbine contract. It is believed that the turbine…
- France launches €1.35 billion renewables investment by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The French government last week launched a major investment programme in renewables and green chemistry totalling €1.35 billion between now and 2014.…
- US FutureGen 2.0 carbon storage project thrown into doubt by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The US Department of Energy’s FutureGen 2.0 clean coal and CO2 storage project in Illinois has been thrown into doubt as the town Mattoon that had…
- UK business group warns of delays to energy projects by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  UK business group the CBI is warning that changing the country’s planning system could lead to further delays to energy projects. Continue reading…
- EPA outlines rules for greenhouse gas regulation by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The US Environmental Protection Agency issued a statement on Friday attempting to clarify how its proposed regulation of greenhouse gas emissions will operate.…
Category: Home Energy News (12)
- Residential vertical wind turbines and solar panels designs for your home – Clean alternative energy systems can save with energy star tax credit by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 25, 2010, 01:29
  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…
- Search for savings this season in a home energy audit by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 21, 2010, 01:01
  From the crawlspace beneath the garage to the cramped attic beneath the eaves, no leak or cold draft escaped the attention of Gary Wood, a home energy auditor…
- Will Wall Street Get Behind Offshore Wind? by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 15, 2010, 05:47
  With Google’s announcement this week that it would invest in a billion project to build an underwater transmission backbone to support offshore wind…
- The Home Energy Management Market Heats Up by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  October 12, 2010, 13:13
  From startups to heavyweights, companies are betting that energy management will be the next big thing--a market worth 1 billion by 2014. Talk to people…
- Biggest Solar Deal Ever Announced — We’re Talking Gigawatts by: Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader
  September 22, 2010, 01:01
  The largest series of solar installations in history, more than 1,300 megawatts, is planned for the desert outside Los Angeles, according to a new deal between…
- £4m tidal energy contract awarded to Scottish firm by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 16, 2010, 19:00
  BiFab, a Fife-based manufacturing company, has today been named as winner of a £4m tidal energy turbine contract. It is believed that the turbine…
- Woodstock for Energy Efficiency Mavens by: Home Energy Magazine Blog
  August 16, 2010, 03:00
  Notes from Asilomar—the 15th Summer Study of the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy: Sunday Plenary Efficiency is the Centerpiece:…
- Editorial: Wind industry proves powerful again by: Home World Energy Managing Editor
  August 16, 2010, 01:01
  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…
- France launches €1.35 billion renewables investment by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The French government last week launched a major investment programme in renewables and green chemistry totalling €1.35 billion between now and 2014.…
- US FutureGen 2.0 carbon storage project thrown into doubt by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The US Department of Energy’s FutureGen 2.0 clean coal and CO2 storage project in Illinois has been thrown into doubt as the town Mattoon that had…
- UK business group warns of delays to energy projects by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  UK business group the CBI is warning that changing the country’s planning system could lead to further delays to energy projects. Continue reading…
- EPA outlines rules for greenhouse gas regulation by: Douglas Marcille, Energy Deregulation Pioneer
  August 15, 2010, 19:00
  The US Environmental Protection Agency issued a statement on Friday attempting to clarify how its proposed regulation of greenhouse gas emissions will operate.…

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