The Department of Energy (DOE) recently sponsored the Max Tech and Beyond Appliance Design Competition in an attempt to entice researchers to delve deeper into energy conservation research.
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(ARA) – In today’s environmentally conscious times, it seems we’re surrounded by the need to shop, act and live “green.” Some of our choices are easy and small, while others can be big and costly. But one thing is for sure – each choice can make a significant difference. Some of the most important green … Continue reading Greening your home: Start at the tap
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(ARA) – Your home- it’s your castle, your sanctuary. But could the place you go to escape the rest of the world be bad for you? Formaldehyde, chloroform and even asbestos could be in your home and you may not even know it. First, the good news, “Today we’re designing houses that are green-friendly,” says … Continue reading Is your home making you sick?
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A new development in Frederick, Maryland is aiming to double the number of Emerald rated homes, the highest certification for energy efficiency, in the country.
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It has been a rough summer for residents of the Mid-Atlantic states who have had to endure record heat and devastating storms that, in some cases, left them without power for days.
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Officials at the Vermont Veterans Home will begin replacing insulation and cleaning air ducts today after high levels of mold were found in air samples taken throughout the facility.
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(ARA) – Imagine 40 pounds of dust spread throughout your home, pushed into the air for you and your family to breathe up to seven times a day, via your heating and cooling system. Pretty gross thought, right? Well, unfortunately there is a high possibility that this is the exact situation in your house right … Continue reading Considering air duct cleaning? What homeowners must know
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Vacation homes are great investments for those who can afford them. However, their utility costs are often a huge drain on homeowners who aren’t even occupying the space the majority of the year.
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According to a new study, asthma sufferers may be at a greater risk for complications if they choose to rent instead of owning a home.
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Newport News, Virginia is leading the state in energy efficiency when it comes to illuminating their public schools. The district teamed up with Cree, a maker of high performance, low-emission LED fixtures to replace the lighting systems of seven area schools.