Homeowners should consider inspection during National Radon Action Month

10 Jan, 2012

While radon does not cause any immediate health effects, it should still be dealt with as soon as possible.

Long commutes to work sap household energy savings

9 Jan, 2012

If the goal of green practices is to cut overall energy use, home energy improvements could be all for naught if a family lives outside of a city.

Foggy windows a sign of excessive humidity, broken seal

6 Jan, 2012

If homeowners start to notice that moisture is condensing on windows, it could be a sign that the home is too humid.

Window film an additional barrier to home energy loss

5 Jan, 2012

Windows could also be driving up energy and home heating costs, preventing consumers from achieving energy-efficient homes.

Michigan named most improved in energy efficiency

4 Jan, 2012

While Michigan has a ways to go to earn that distinction, the state has made significant gains of its own regarding energy saving techniques.

Hawaii leads nation in energy efficiency

3 Jan, 2012

Hawaii plans for 70 percent of its public buildings to rely on green energy by 2030.

Christmas morning house fire in Connecticut kills five

29 Dec, 2011

Local officials could not confirm that the house, which was built in 1895, was outfitted with smoke detectors.

Brittany Murphy’s mother alleges mold responsible for daughter’s death

28 Dec, 2011

The Los Angeles County Coroner’s office originally ruled the primary cause of both deaths to be pneumonia, and it did not find any evidence of mold exposure.

Consumers embracing basic tenets of green lifestyle

27 Dec, 2011

Consumers appear to be embracing improvements through energy-efficient appliances and CFL bulbs – 65 percent of consumers claimed to have used both regularly.

Pennsylvania law reduces electricity load statewide

23 Dec, 2011

All but one state utility company was able to accomplish goals set by Act 129.