Articles related to "Energy Star"
Energy Star® Ratings
Exemptions, questionable measurement practices, slow implementation and lack of compliance testing make the Energy Star® not a reassurance to consumers but an iffy thing
energy star • how to use less electricity • energy efficiency • electricity • how to save money
Exemptions, questionable measurement practices, slow implementation and lack of compliance testing make the Energy Star® not a reassurance to consumers but an iffy thing
energy star • how to use less electricity • energy efficiency • electricity • how to save money
ENERGY STAR Water Heaters Hit The Market
So you want to save energy in your home, but you aren't sure where to start. You might want to look at your hot water heater.
saving energy • natural gas • electricity • hot water heaters • energy star
So you want to save energy in your home, but you aren't sure where to start. You might want to look at your hot water heater.
saving energy • natural gas • electricity • hot water heaters • energy star
Green Technology at School
This April 22nd consider making an impact on the environment by enacting changes in the computer lab at school.
earth day • green technology • pc power usage • environmentally friendly • environmental impact of computers
This April 22nd consider making an impact on the environment by enacting changes in the computer lab at school.
earth day • green technology • pc power usage • environmentally friendly • environmental impact of computers
Use SIPs for an Energy Star Home
Structural Insulated Panel (SIPs) construction is the foundation of an Energy Star rating. Green building has many advantages: tax credits and 50%-off utility bills.
structural insulated panel • sips • energy star home • green building • residential construction software
Structural Insulated Panel (SIPs) construction is the foundation of an Energy Star rating. Green building has many advantages: tax credits and 50%-off utility bills.
structural insulated panel • sips • energy star home • green building • residential construction software
Green Laundering Practices
While you may know to separate your dark clothes from your whites, you might not be using the most sustainable and energy-efficient appliances, materials and methods.
green laundering • eco-friendly laundering • green laundry • energy star appliances • water efficient appliances
While you may know to separate your dark clothes from your whites, you might not be using the most sustainable and energy-efficient appliances, materials and methods.
green laundering • eco-friendly laundering • green laundry • energy star appliances • water efficient appliances
How to Have a Green Business
Offices can use a lot of energy. Learn how to reduce your office's environmental impact.
green-friendly office • low-carbon business • reduce your environmental impact • environmental tips • earth-friendly
Offices can use a lot of energy. Learn how to reduce your office's environmental impact.
green-friendly office • low-carbon business • reduce your environmental impact • environmental tips • earth-friendly
Central Air Conditioning Units
Air conditioner units cool the home and set the humidity level. Conventional systems remove humidity, swamp coolers add it. SEER ratings equal energy efficiency.
central air conditioning units • swamp coolers • evaporator coil • air distribution system • green environment control
Air conditioner units cool the home and set the humidity level. Conventional systems remove humidity, swamp coolers add it. SEER ratings equal energy efficiency.
central air conditioning units • swamp coolers • evaporator coil • air distribution system • green environment control
Electric Heat Pump Overview
Electric heat pump systems work best in moderate climates, where the summer temperatures don't go off the charts and the winter cold isn't too drastic.
electric heat pump • central air conditioner • scroll compressors • desuperheaters • variable speed motor
Electric heat pump systems work best in moderate climates, where the summer temperatures don't go off the charts and the winter cold isn't too drastic.
electric heat pump • central air conditioner • scroll compressors • desuperheaters • variable speed motor
Energy Efficient Replacement Windows
Energy efficient window replacement is an obvious home improvement project for lowering heating and cooling costs. If window film isn't enough, look for the Energy Star.
energy efficient replacement windows • krypton or argon-filled • low-e • double-hung • radiant barrier foil or paint
Energy efficient window replacement is an obvious home improvement project for lowering heating and cooling costs. If window film isn't enough, look for the Energy Star.
energy efficient replacement windows • krypton or argon-filled • low-e • double-hung • radiant barrier foil or paint
Geothermal Home Heating and Cooling
Installing geothermal home heating and cooling saves money on utility bills; it's also hyped by green building consulting companies. Thermal energy is sustainable.
green building consulting • geothermal home heating and cooling • environmentally-friendly • geothermal heat pumps • energy star label
Installing geothermal home heating and cooling saves money on utility bills; it's also hyped by green building consulting companies. Thermal energy is sustainable.
green building consulting • geothermal home heating and cooling • environmentally-friendly • geothermal heat pumps • energy star label
Home Energy Audit
Energy costs are on the rise and homeowners are turning to online software and professionals to save money.
home energy analysis • residential energy audit • home energy saver • improving a home's energy efficiency • saving money on energy costs
Energy costs are on the rise and homeowners are turning to online software and professionals to save money.
home energy analysis • residential energy audit • home energy saver • improving a home's energy efficiency • saving money on energy costs
How to Create a Green Kitchen
The not-so-new "in" is going green. Eco-friendly alternatives are now available in almost all areas of your home, including your kitchen.
create green kitchen • eco-friendly alternatives • green kitchen appliances • energy star rating • green lighting fixtures
The not-so-new "in" is going green. Eco-friendly alternatives are now available in almost all areas of your home, including your kitchen.
create green kitchen • eco-friendly alternatives • green kitchen appliances • energy star rating • green lighting fixtures
Insulated Concrete Forms: Green
ICFs are a green building technology that is fast gaining market share in the construction industry. Hollow Styrofoam blocks are stacked and poured with concrete.
structural integrated panels • sips • insulated concrete forms • icf manufacturer • leed
ICFs are a green building technology that is fast gaining market share in the construction industry. Hollow Styrofoam blocks are stacked and poured with concrete.
structural integrated panels • sips • insulated concrete forms • icf manufacturer • leed
A Home Energy Efficiency Checklist
With electricity and gas bills skyrocketing, it's more important than ever to make energy usage adjustments to the home and its appliances. Take control of utility bills.
an energy efficiency checklist • opec oil production • fidel castro • hugo chavez of venezuela • troubleshoot and calibrate the thermostat
With electricity and gas bills skyrocketing, it's more important than ever to make energy usage adjustments to the home and its appliances. Take control of utility bills.
an energy efficiency checklist • opec oil production • fidel castro • hugo chavez of venezuela • troubleshoot and calibrate the thermostat
Energy Tax Credits on Home Improvements
Considering a geothermal heat pump, solar energy system, small wind energy system or fuel cells? This guide will help taxpayers see if they are eligible for a tax credit.
home improvement tax credit • federal tax credits • energy tax credits • energy efficient • geothermal heat pump
Considering a geothermal heat pump, solar energy system, small wind energy system or fuel cells? This guide will help taxpayers see if they are eligible for a tax credit.
home improvement tax credit • federal tax credits • energy tax credits • energy efficient • geothermal heat pump
Industry Partnerships, EPA's Environmental Carrot
industry partnerships, sustainability, environment
industry partnerships • sustainability • environment
industry partnerships, sustainability, environment
industry partnerships • sustainability • environment
Building a Green Home with Sustainable Materials
It takes sustainable building materials to build a green home. It will cost more. But it's a good investment in home equity, and if done right, will lower utility bills.
building a green home with sustainable materials • soy spray foam insulation • energy star refrigerators • re-purposed building material • low or no-voc paint
It takes sustainable building materials to build a green home. It will cost more. But it's a good investment in home equity, and if done right, will lower utility bills.
building a green home with sustainable materials • soy spray foam insulation • energy star refrigerators • re-purposed building material • low or no-voc paint
Create a Greener Home Office
Green doesn't stop at the kitchen sink or the garage door. These earth friendly suggestions for your home office will save you money while saving the planet.
green home office • going green at home • green office • green office solutions • green office tips
Green doesn't stop at the kitchen sink or the garage door. These earth friendly suggestions for your home office will save you money while saving the planet.
green home office • going green at home • green office • green office solutions • green office tips
Green Construction for LEED Certification
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification was pioneered by the USGBC (US Green Building Council) to reduce home building's environmental impact.
green construction for leed certification • sustainable home building • energy star appliances • photovoltaic solar panels • water conservation
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification was pioneered by the USGBC (US Green Building Council) to reduce home building's environmental impact.
green construction for leed certification • sustainable home building • energy star appliances • photovoltaic solar panels • water conservation
Green Kitchen Remodeling
The kitchen can be the centerpiece of a green home. However, renovating and remodeling a kitchen can create waste and environmental hazards.
green kitchen renovation • green kitchen remodeling • environmentally consciousness • low-voc paints • sustainable wood
The kitchen can be the centerpiece of a green home. However, renovating and remodeling a kitchen can create waste and environmental hazards.
green kitchen renovation • green kitchen remodeling • environmentally consciousness • low-voc paints • sustainable wood
Low-Cost Tips for an Energy Efficient Green Home
Making your home more energy efficient doesn't have to be expensive. There are a number of quick, inexpensive changes that you can make to green up and save money.
tips to make home more energy efficient • increase home energy efficiency • low cost energy savings for home • energy efficient home • green home
Making your home more energy efficient doesn't have to be expensive. There are a number of quick, inexpensive changes that you can make to green up and save money.
tips to make home more energy efficient • increase home energy efficiency • low cost energy savings for home • energy efficient home • green home
Tips to Increase Your Home's Energy Efficiency
Sealing the drafts in your home can be one of the most cost effective ways to improve energy efficiency and comfort. Here's how to do it inexpensively.
tip to reduce home energy cost • home energy savings • home energy efficiency • reduce heating cost • reduce cooling cost
Sealing the drafts in your home can be one of the most cost effective ways to improve energy efficiency and comfort. Here's how to do it inexpensively.
tip to reduce home energy cost • home energy savings • home energy efficiency • reduce heating cost • reduce cooling cost
How to Make Your College Dorm Room Eco-Friendly
You're on your own now at college and you need to make better decisions in your life. Start with changing your lifestyle and becoming more eco-friendly.
going green • transforming your dorm room • eco-friendly dorm rooms • making your college dorm room eco-friendly • green dorm rooms
You're on your own now at college and you need to make better decisions in your life. Start with changing your lifestyle and becoming more eco-friendly.
going green • transforming your dorm room • eco-friendly dorm rooms • making your college dorm room eco-friendly • green dorm rooms
No Virgins - Buy Recycled
Summary: Why is virgin paper more expensive? Why isn't recycled paper more available? Find out how you can help to change this situation. Support companies that believe in the environment.
keywords: recycled • paper • environment • greens • green party
Summary: Why is virgin paper more expensive? Why isn't recycled paper more available? Find out how you can help to change this situation. Support companies that believe in the environment.
keywords: recycled • paper • environment • greens • green party
Resolve to Conserve Energy & Heat
The Chief Energy Conservation Officer of the Ontario Power Authority says that more can be done to conserve energy and offers ten tips on how to do it in the New Year.
conserve energy • energy conservation • power saving tips • reducing electricity use • ontario power authority
The Chief Energy Conservation Officer of the Ontario Power Authority says that more can be done to conserve energy and offers ten tips on how to do it in the New Year.
conserve energy • energy conservation • power saving tips • reducing electricity use • ontario power authority
Best Deals on Freezers
How to choose a second freezer; finding the most energy efficient unit for the money. Should you buy a chest freezer or an upright?
best deals on freezers • how to choose an extra freezer • upright or chest freezer • energy efficient freezers • large capacity freezers
How to choose a second freezer; finding the most energy efficient unit for the money. Should you buy a chest freezer or an upright?
best deals on freezers • how to choose an extra freezer • upright or chest freezer • energy efficient freezers • large capacity freezers
Canadians Make the Change to CFLs
A million Canadians have switched to energy efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFL) saving an estimated $50 million and 500,000 tons of greenhouse gasses a year
project porchlight • compact fluorescent light bulb • cfl • energy efficient lighting • cfl disposal
A million Canadians have switched to energy efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFL) saving an estimated $50 million and 500,000 tons of greenhouse gasses a year
project porchlight • compact fluorescent light bulb • cfl • energy efficient lighting • cfl disposal
Create a Green Playroom for kids
Ever thought about going green? Why not start with your kids' playroom. Find out how to design an eco-friendly space that children will enjoy.
create a green playroom for kids • designing an eco-friendly space • eco-friendly flooring for • kids' green play area • playrooms
Ever thought about going green? Why not start with your kids' playroom. Find out how to design an eco-friendly space that children will enjoy.
create a green playroom for kids • designing an eco-friendly space • eco-friendly flooring for • kids' green play area • playrooms
Going Green in Home Projects
Take a quick look at the benefits of green building and see how you can join in.
benefits of green building • eco-friendly building products • energy efficient mechanical systems • reduce toxic emissions • reusing existing materials
Take a quick look at the benefits of green building and see how you can join in.
benefits of green building • eco-friendly building products • energy efficient mechanical systems • reduce toxic emissions • reusing existing materials
Green Home Building Takes Off
The green building movement is gathering momentum and both general contractors and remodeling contractors are educating themselves on materials and ENERGY STAR appliances
green home building • sustainable construction • earth day • energy efficiency • utility bills
The green building movement is gathering momentum and both general contractors and remodeling contractors are educating themselves on materials and ENERGY STAR appliances
green home building • sustainable construction • earth day • energy efficiency • utility bills
Green Home Construction or Remodel
Being eco-friendly is not just about buying products labeled "green" or "organic." It is often as simple as buying products grown or manufactured in your community.
green home remodel • green home construction • repurpose • salvage • recycle
Being eco-friendly is not just about buying products labeled "green" or "organic." It is often as simple as buying products grown or manufactured in your community.
green home remodel • green home construction • repurpose • salvage • recycle
Green Ideas for Small Businesses
Hints for helping small business owners be more eco-friendly.
green ideas for small businesses • tips for making a small business green • helping small business owners be more eco-friendly • eco-friendly • green choices
Hints for helping small business owners be more eco-friendly.
green ideas for small businesses • tips for making a small business green • helping small business owners be more eco-friendly • eco-friendly • green choices
Latest in Green Notebook Computers
Computer hardware is one of the biggest landfill fillers and most use large amounts of energy. A relatively new notebook in town is winning all kinds of green stars.
mobile computing • green computers • green it • asus • green products
Computer hardware is one of the biggest landfill fillers and most use large amounts of energy. A relatively new notebook in town is winning all kinds of green stars.
mobile computing • green computers • green it • asus • green products
Media 'Green Fatique' Slowing Environmentalists?
Are journalists tired of reporting on the latest trends to save the planet? This Lazy Environmentalist says they just need a new angle and some fresh material.
josh dorfman • vivavi • the lazy environmentalist • green living • moderngreenliving.com
Are journalists tired of reporting on the latest trends to save the planet? This Lazy Environmentalist says they just need a new angle and some fresh material.
josh dorfman • vivavi • the lazy environmentalist • green living • moderngreenliving.com
Save Money on Winter Heating
Winter heating bills drain tremendous amounts of the average consumers typical energy cost.
winter heating bills • save money on winter heating • insulated windows • energy audits • turn the thermostat down
Winter heating bills drain tremendous amounts of the average consumers typical energy cost.
winter heating bills • save money on winter heating • insulated windows • energy audits • turn the thermostat down
Winter Energy Efficiency Tips
The price of energy is at all time highs and improving efficiency is more important than ever to homeowners this winter
energy efficiency tips • reduce heating costs • home insulation • furnance maintenance • water saving devices
The price of energy is at all time highs and improving efficiency is more important than ever to homeowners this winter
energy efficiency tips • reduce heating costs • home insulation • furnance maintenance • water saving devices
10 Simple Ways to A Greener Environment
By making small changes to your everyday habits, you can begin to make difference in your environmental impact.
reducing your carbon footprint • saving energy • green energy tips • environment • earth-friendly
By making small changes to your everyday habits, you can begin to make difference in your environmental impact.
reducing your carbon footprint • saving energy • green energy tips • environment • earth-friendly
Cool Tools for Greener Living
A guide to useful online calculators that let you determine your lifestyle's impact on the environment and natural resources.
diet • environmental impact • animal welfare • ecological footprint • consumption
A guide to useful online calculators that let you determine your lifestyle's impact on the environment and natural resources.
diet • environmental impact • animal welfare • ecological footprint • consumption
Dorm Refrigerator Buying Guide
Looking for a mini refrigerator for your dorm room? Here are some things to look for when you shop for a small refrigerator.
dorm refrigerator • compact refrigerator • mini refrigerator • dorm room • college student
Looking for a mini refrigerator for your dorm room? Here are some things to look for when you shop for a small refrigerator.
dorm refrigerator • compact refrigerator • mini refrigerator • dorm room • college student
Enviro-Friendly Laundry
Being environmentally conscious in the laundry room is fairly simple with a few habit changes.
environmentally-conscious consumer choices • green laundry room changes • water conservation • high-efficiency washing machine • energy efficiency in laundry room
Being environmentally conscious in the laundry room is fairly simple with a few habit changes.
environmentally-conscious consumer choices • green laundry room changes • water conservation • high-efficiency washing machine • energy efficiency in laundry room
Fluorescent vs. Incandescent
The average U.S. household uses 45 light bulbs, as reported in numerous media outlets in the past year, including CBS News and Popular Mechanics Magazine.
compare fluorescent incandescent lighting • save money compact fluorescent watt • saving energy light bulbs • compact fluorescent light • replacing incandescent light bulbs
The average U.S. household uses 45 light bulbs, as reported in numerous media outlets in the past year, including CBS News and Popular Mechanics Magazine.
compare fluorescent incandescent lighting • save money compact fluorescent watt • saving energy light bulbs • compact fluorescent light • replacing incandescent light bulbs
Give Green Presents at the Office
Looking for presents for the office? Look at green gifts this year.
green gifts • eco gifts • eco-electronics • green fragrance • green sports gifts
Looking for presents for the office? Look at green gifts this year.
green gifts • eco gifts • eco-electronics • green fragrance • green sports gifts
Green Building and Remodeling Tips
Do research and consider your lifestyle when buying or remodeling/renovating your home to ensure you are making sustainable choices.
green building • green remodeling • green renovating • eco-friendly construction • sustainable construction
Do research and consider your lifestyle when buying or remodeling/renovating your home to ensure you are making sustainable choices.
green building • green remodeling • green renovating • eco-friendly construction • sustainable construction
How to Design and Construct a Walk-In Pantry
Kitchen design is part of an architect or home owner's job when considering new construction or a kitchen remodel. When storage space is lacking, build a walk-in pantry.
walk-in pantry design and construction • kitchen remodel • frame the walls • tape and float • granite countertops
Kitchen design is part of an architect or home owner's job when considering new construction or a kitchen remodel. When storage space is lacking, build a walk-in pantry.
walk-in pantry design and construction • kitchen remodel • frame the walls • tape and float • granite countertops
Save Money on Your Electric Bill
A power meter, such as the Kill A Watt (KAW) Power Meter, can easily tell you how much almost any appliance or electronic device in your house costs to run.
saving money • electric bill • kill a watt • power meter • cost to run appliances
A power meter, such as the Kill A Watt (KAW) Power Meter, can easily tell you how much almost any appliance or electronic device in your house costs to run.
saving money • electric bill • kill a watt • power meter • cost to run appliances
Saving Energy with CFL Light Bulbs
Changing incandescent lighting to the new CFL bulb can save $750 to $1000 a year on household lighting expenses.
saving energy with cfl light bulbs • cfl light bulbs • save energy with cfl • energy with cfl light bubls • recycling cfl bulbs
Changing incandescent lighting to the new CFL bulb can save $750 to $1000 a year on household lighting expenses.
saving energy with cfl light bulbs • cfl light bulbs • save energy with cfl • energy with cfl light bubls • recycling cfl bulbs
Stop Global Warming
Activist Laurie David explains how the globe is warming and how we are the cause of it. She shares solutions on what we can do about reducing climate change.
global warming • laurie david • environmental activist • climate change • ways to reduce global warming
Activist Laurie David explains how the globe is warming and how we are the cause of it. She shares solutions on what we can do about reducing climate change.
global warming • laurie david • environmental activist • climate change • ways to reduce global warming
The Greenwashing of North America
Manufacturers of consumer products often claim misleading environmental benefits to better sell their wares to environmentally concerned customers.
green marketing • terrachoice • eco-label • greenwashing • greenwash
Manufacturers of consumer products often claim misleading environmental benefits to better sell their wares to environmentally concerned customers.
green marketing • terrachoice • eco-label • greenwashing • greenwash
The Myth Behind the Green
Critics of the Green Movement address concerns over the trendiness and false claims of product manufacturers.
green consumerism myths • going green • buying organic products • greenwashing • green movement
Critics of the Green Movement address concerns over the trendiness and false claims of product manufacturers.
green consumerism myths • going green • buying organic products • greenwashing • green movement
Tips for Buying Small Business Computers
Considerations and hardware recommendations for purchasing or upgrading to a new desktop PC computer are provided, along with 2008 small business tax advantages.
tips for buying computers • pc computers • green technology • small business tax advantages • desktop computers
Considerations and hardware recommendations for purchasing or upgrading to a new desktop PC computer are provided, along with 2008 small business tax advantages.
tips for buying computers • pc computers • green technology • small business tax advantages • desktop computers
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