Thanks to the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County, Washington, one family in need will be soon be the proud new owners of an energy-efficient home in Bellingham.
Thanks to the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County, Washington, one family in need will be soon be the proud new owners of an energy-efficient home in Bellingham.
When it comes to commercial buildings and street and highway lights, the initial cost of implementing LED bulbs is offset by a significant return on investment.
After discovering black mold in its City Hall, the town of Bolivar, Missouri, was forced to come up with a quick plan of action to deal with the issue and ensure comfort and safety among the people who work there, reports KY3 News.
According to the EPA, commercial energy use makes up 17 percent of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, costing at least $100 billion each year. But, thanks to the efforts of 20,000 Energy Star certified buildings in 2012, utility bills were slashed by more than $2.7 million.
A recent article in the Houston Chronicle outlines some ideas for renters to make their apartments more energy efficient.
The city of San Francisco recently debuted “The Bay Lights,” the world’s largest LED light sculpture.
A recent report from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) details energy use within U.S. households.
It’s been a rough winter in many parts of the United States, with a number of storms leaving behind several feet of snow. And, although many people think the worst is over once a blizzard subsides, the truth is that melting snow can cause its own inconvenient and potentially dangerous problems for homeowners.
On March 5, the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Board released its 2012 Programs and Operations Report, which reveals some impressive data about the state’s energy efficiency programs.
No matter how nice a home appears, it is in your best interest to get a home inspection to determine if there are any issues that may cost you money or even affect your health in the long run.