One Year With Solar Energy at Home
Just over a year ago, Kevin Tofel took the plunge at his house and covered the back roof with solar panels: 41 of them, to… Read More »One Year With Solar Energy at Home
Can Smart Windows Operate Efficiently to Use Auto-Tint That Optimizes Outside Light?
They are more efficient, but at what cost? A Silicon Valley startup unveiled a smart window product that gives building designers a promising new tool… Read More »Can Smart Windows Operate Efficiently to Use Auto-Tint That Optimizes Outside Light?
Most Efficient Charities Picked by Forbes
Who deserves your charitable dollars? To help you decide, Forbes has calculated the financial efficiency of the 100 U.S. charities that received the most private… Read More »Most Efficient Charities Picked by Forbes
Google Says Computer-controlled Drivers are Safer and More Efficient than Humans
In September, California’s governor Edmund Brown signed the bill that legalized autonomous vehicles or self-driving cars. Doing so wasn’t just about space-age headlines but a… Read More »Google Says Computer-controlled Drivers are Safer and More Efficient than Humans
Bakery Finds New Use for Rain – An Efficient Use of Water
Gastonia, NC – Installing a rain garden became the first step for one local company that aims to reduce its environmental footprint. Customers who visit… Read More »Bakery Finds New Use for Rain – An Efficient Use of Water
Conserve Water to Save Money
We need to take steps now to conserve water. The process of saving water is nothing new to those who haul water, but people that… Read More »Conserve Water to Save Money
A Boost For Safe And Efficient Water Reuse
Amidst growing water scarcity and concern about the future availability and quality of water, a new GE consumer survey indicates that Americans strongly support reusing… Read More »A Boost For Safe And Efficient Water Reuse
Energy Efficient Technology Needs More Funding & Investment
A recent scientific study found that efficient end-use technologies are most likely to provide higher returns – and yet, when it comes to funding, they… Read More »Energy Efficient Technology Needs More Funding & Investment
LED Holiday Lights vs Traditional, Incadescent Holiday Lights
‘Tis the season and if you must do the obnoxious and wasteful decorating (my opinion), here is a breakdown of new LED lights vs traditional… Read More »LED Holiday Lights vs Traditional, Incadescent Holiday Lights
Check Your Bills & Accounts Every Month
This used to be a monthly, weekly, even daily chore for people just 10-15 years ago, but as our day-to-day lives speed up many just… Read More »Check Your Bills & Accounts Every Month