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Source: Pew Charitable Trusts, 2009, based on the National Establishment Time Series Database; analysis by Pew Center on the States and Collaborative Economics.
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GroundedPower Combines Home Energy Tech with Social Media Tools to Help Consumers Rein in Electricity Use
As the technology has become more accessible and cheaper, a number of companies have brought home energy displays to the market that are designed to help consumers track electricity use in their homes in real time. However, few of their offerings have been quite as promising as the new power management suite being released by Massachusetts based company GroundedPower.
Power monitoring devices have seen increased popularity recently as utility companies are making the transition to smartgrid configurations. Many power companies that are deploying smart grid technology have begun to supply power meters to their customers as a way of helping them to keep tabs on energy use. However the concern is that customers may not remain committed to using the monitors once the novelty of having the device wears off and they will fall back into old patterns. Continue reading
Plumbing is SO Last Season: New Water Generator Pulls Water From Thin Air
The quest for a clean and pure drinking water is a worldwide concern and finding better ways of addressing the need for safe drinking water is a task that scientists have struggled with for many years. Now, it seems that an important piece of the puzzle has presented itself quite literally “out of thin air.” It’s called the Atmospheric Water Generator (AWG) and it has just entered production by Florida, USA based WaterPure technologies.
Basically, the AWG is a technological response to what is fast becoming a global water crisis. The need to provide safe and clean drinking water is essential to survival. Not only because of the simple fact that human beings need water to live, but because water-borne pathogens are among the most common causes of serious illness worldwide. The problem is that in many parts of the world the water supply is minimal and commonly the quality of available water is continually degrading due to varying reasons, including environmental shift, industrial contamination and contagious disease. Because of these common risk factors associated with native ground water supplies, the AWG presents a significant advantage in comparison with competing filtration and purification technologies that require the use of standing water, since the AWG device is used to instead extract water from the atmosphere. Continue reading
Eco Consultants Observe October Energy Awareness Month
The United States Department of Energy has declared the month of October to be National Energy Awareness Month. The idea is to encourage consumers to invest in energy saving products and to focus on efficient and wise use of electricity. The observation of Energy Awareness Month will give us yet another reason to evaluate energy habits at home, at work and in our communities in order to make relevant changes to benefit our environment.
With intensifying environmental problems, in particular global warming, everyone is encouraged to do their part in helping save our planet’s ecosystem. However not everyone is familiar with the simple measures they can take to help. We can all start by using electricity efficiently and wisely, and going green does not have to be expensive. If you cannot afford to buy solar panels you can still help with simple acts such as switching off lights when they are not in use and unplugging appliances when possible. You can also buy energy saving light bulbs when it’s time to replace the incandescent ones and you will see how much it can help you save on your electric bills too. Continue reading
Green Remodeling Pays off Through Substantial Energy Savings
When exactly does a reconstruction work become more economical? Just like any other remodeling and reconstruction works, the cost may cripple your pocket for a while. But unlike the regular reconstruction, improving your home based on green remodeling will help you save a lot in the future. How?
If you haven’t figure these out yet, you must start contemplating the long term benefits of shifting your home from commercially inclined design to something organic and eco-friendly. In terms of water consumption, an eco-friendly home saves you a portion of your regular water bills. An eco-friendly home means checking your faucets if these are functioning really well and identifying possible leaks.
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UK Eco Consultants Needed for New Green Home Inspections
Are UK households ready for a green home makeover? This is one interesting question that comes to mind, following its government’s commitment to cut down 80 per cent off the country’s 1990 carbon emissions by 2050. Literally, this could mean that between 400,000 and 1.8 million homes a year will have to be upgraded between now and then to fight the worsening climate change by cutting emissions.
While mass customization may be quite intimidating to think about, the overall benefits are essentially wonderful not just to the environment but also in terms of the monthly expenses homeowners have to deal with for as long as they maintain their houses. A big leap, indeed, but the nation is seriously considering every possibility targeted at achieving an energy efficient home and helping households to save on their electricity bills and in creating a new market that would promote a sustainable neighborhood. Continue reading
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Green Jobs Plan Coming to Fruition
As the earth heats up, most nations concede that it is one of the major challenges they are facing today. Realization sets in when in past years extreme weather occurrences were experienced globally and is still being felt nowadays. Some scientific studies showed that this erratic weather patterns are primarily from man-induced emissions like burning of fossil fuel, clearing of natural resources and incorrect agricultural practices. Be it man made or natural, something has to be done.
In order to alleviate the effects of this global phenomenon, more and more countries are doing their share by “going green”, by leading a more environmentally responsive and ecologically conscientious lifestyles and decisions. One of the programs being adapted by different countries recently is the introduction of green jobs to their employment agenda. Green investments take green jobs. Take for instance the United States which is investing on hundred billion of dollars to roll out energy efficient transport system, renewable energy and other measures. These investments are generating employment leading to green economic growth and sustainability. Green consulting opportunities provide better income at the same time preserving the natural environment leading to climate change arrest. Continue reading
Ryan Reynolds Says the BP Gulf Disaster is Far From Over
Canadian television and film actor, Ryan Reynolds, has been known worldwide for his best known roles in the comedy and romantic films, such as National Lampoon’s Van Wilder, Waiting…, Just Friends, Definitely Maybe, and so many others. But there’s one thing that the world doesn’t know about Ryan. He has a softer side, compassionate to be exact.
Even though he was born and raised in Canada, Ryan still shows compassion over the Gulf disaster. When Ryan flew over the Deepwater Horizon site, he was extremely saddened. It was far from over, which is opposite from all the news reports.
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City of Rochester Plans Large Scale Project Utilizing Retrofit Funding
Rochester General Hospital received an award of more than $300,000 from New York State Energy Research and Development Authority President and CEO Francis J. Murray and Congresswoman Louise Slaughter. The money will be used to finance lighting modernization projects that Eco Consultants have estimated will save the hospital more than $47,000 annual energy costs.
Mr. Murray said the award was funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to promote conservation and energy efforts. Rochester General Hospital is one of eight energy conservation and renewable energy project beneficiaries given to Monroe County with a total amount of $1.2 Million in federal ARRA support Continue reading
