Category: Efficiency

We live in the age when consumerism has reached its peak and everyone uses plenty of energy which can harm both our pockets and the environment. Luckily, technology, too, is reaching its highest levels, which can help us reduce the …

From Guest Blogger Lana Hawkins: Are there Environmental Benefits of Home Automation? Read More »

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Today I had to have the condenser fan motor for my air conditioning replaced. The reason? There was no provision to re-oil the bearings. I have run into several situations where motors lacked provision for re-oiling the idea being that …

From Frequent Commentor Frank Eggers: Our Throw-away Culture Read More »

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Here’s an infographic on energy efficiency that I thought 2GreenEnergy readers might find useful. Please let me know what you think in the comments section. Best regards, Jane Crosbie

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As nature’s state is going worse by the day, the best thing that you can do is to do some things that may help in easing the increasing problem of the environment. Here are some go-green tips for you can …

From Guest Blogger Joel Smith: Nine Eco-friendly Tips to Save Money and Go Green Read More »

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One thing to do before you leave home on vacation is to prepare it for the time you’re away. One of the preparations that might not be obvious is to manage your utilities; you can save money on basic utilities …

Guest Blogger Lizzie Weakly Asks: Leaving on Vacation? Here’s How to Optimize Your Home’s Utilities Read More »

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Humans continue to throw things away and garbage continues to accumulate in landfills. With so much garbage and the fact that it takes tens, hundreds or thousands of years for some materials to break down, eventually that garbage is going …

From Guest Blogger Brooke Chaplan: Recycling Tips and Tricks for Everyday Use Read More »

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Summers are long and very hot, so modifying your home to keep it cooler is an investment in your comfort. Putting these tips to work will produce dividends you can feel. Plant Shade Trees and Shrubs around your Home

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One of the main principles of sustainability is accepting certain ecologically friendly practices in order to preserve our natural resources. Energy consumption is one of the main criteria in the sustainability movement, and that is why introducing these eco-friendly lighting …

From Guest Blogger Lana Hawkins: Eco-Friendly Lighting Solutions for Your Home Read More »

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As the weather gets warmer, you’re likely going to be using your air conditioning unit a lot more. However, this isn’t the only way that you can stay cool. There are several practical ways to keep your home comfortable during …

From Guest Blogger Lizzie Weakly: How to Make Sure you Have a Cool Home this Summer Read More »

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A reader notes: “Efficiency” is bogus.  Amory Lovins has been pushing “negawatts” for 40 years or so, and energy consumption has only gone UP.  Jevons’ paradox (that asserts that the increasing efficiencies with which a resource is used cause additional …

The Validity of Energy Efficiency Read More »

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