Imagine you’re home on a stormy night, watching TV with the washing machine running, and all of a sudden the power goes out. Now imagine the same scenario, except you have a rooftop solar energy system with battery storage. When the power goes out in your...
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Saving Energy Is a Lifestyle
Energy Saver has updated web site, blog, and social media presence. Aimed at helping you save money and energy, Energy Saver has been offering ideas on ways to fuel economy practices, renewable power options, and ways to prepare your home for the winter months....
Home Winter-Ready with ENERGY STAR
Many American’s minds are on getting their home winter-ready as cold weather is approaching. A sure way to make sure your home is as weatherized and efficient as possible is to retrofit your home to the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® program (HPwES) standards. In...
Drying Clothes and Saving Money
Now that it’s November and fall weather is in full swing, the sun may not be cutting it for those who rely on its natural heat to dry laundry on an outdoor clothesline. Though you may enjoy that lower energy bill, the fact is clothes do not dry as well in cold, damp...
Tips for Weatherizing Your Home
October 30th marks Weatherization Day, a perfect time for a reminder about the many benefits of weatherizing your home, as many Americans prepare for colder temperatures in the months to come. Keep in mind a few tips for how to get the most value out of...
Save Energy Working from Home
One impact from the COVID-19 pandemic was the increase in people working from home. But even before the pandemic, telework was becoming more common. There are clear energy-saving advantages to working from home - including avoiding a stressful commute and...
Solar Myths and Misconceptions
When it comes to installing solar panels on your roof, some homeowners may be hesitant to adopt it because of what they’ve heard or read on the internet. We live in an era of misinformation, which,...
How to Finance Your Rooftop Solar Energy System
As more Americans explore converting their homes to use solar power, many homeowners are thinking about costs. Today’s residential solar installation prices range from $15,000 to $35,000, depending on factors like your roof, where you live, and how much electricity...
Efficient Swimming Pool
As eyes were on the pool recently for USA Olympics swimming team qualifiers, interest in the sport has skyrocketed for the upcoming Olympics in Tokyo. Maybe you or your children were inspired to get serious about swimming; maybe you've even decided to install a pool...