(NAPSI)—When temperatures rise, many people automatically crank up the air conditioners to stay cool. However, it may surprise them to learn that air conditioners use about 5 percent of all electricity produced in the U.S., costing homeowners more than $11 billion a year in energy expenses. The good news is that by following some practical Read More …
Category: Environment
ARTS & CULTURE Preserving Appalachia
(NAPSI)—The mountains of eastern Kentucky are coal country, but in the small town of Whitesburg, there is a thriving arts community dedicated to protecting and preserving Appalachian history and culture. Residents have been documenting and celebrating life in Appalachia and rural America for almost 50 years. This, in turn, has revitalized Whitesburg’s economy and inspired Read More …
PROTECTING OUR ENVIRONMENT Protect Our Environment Year-Round—Here’s How
(NAPSI)—Invasive pests threaten to destroy the forests and crops that beautify our lives and put food on our tables. Fortunately, no matter the season, you can take simple steps to help stop the spread of these damaging, non-native insects and other species. The USDA has identified 19 destructive “Hungry Pests,” the invasive species that people Read More …
THINK EARTH Assess Your Environmental Impact
(NAPSI)—Whether it’s Earth Day or any other day, it can be a good time to ask just how “earth minded” your household is. Many of our daily activities such as driving a car, using electricity, or disposing of waste can cause greenhouse gas emissions, which in turn create a carbon footprint. The question is, what Read More …
HINTS FOR THE HOME Clearly, Window Film Saves Money
(NAPSI)—You can keep your windows from decreasing your home’s energy efficiency and increasing your monthly energy bills. Windows typically account for 15 to 30 percent of the total heating load in a structure and may account for over half the summer cooling load. Money may be escaping out your windows. “I encourage homeowners to think Read More …
Get to the Bottom of Water Waste
(NAPSI)—Have your water bills started creeping up? Or, if less than five people live in your home, does your winter water bill exceed 12,000 gallons per month? Then it’s no mystery; you probably have a water leak. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the average American household wastes more than 10,000 gallons of Read More …
GET AHEAD OF ALLERGIES Get Ahead Of Allergies
(NAPSI)—Don’t wait for allergy season to arrive to do something to avoid the health problems that allergies can cause. There are several easy steps you can take to beat the sneezing before it starts. Here are some prevention tips: • Cut back on carpeting; instead, consider using tile and hardwood floors. • Use a vacuum Read More …
HOME TRENDS A Comfortable Way To Save On Energy
(NAPSI)—When it comes to getting a good deal on home cooling and heating, an increasing number of homeowners are going underground. They’re turning to geothermal heating and cooling as an alternative—for five very good reasons. Efficiency and savings: Geothermal systems use the energy already stored in the earth and offer savings in the range of Read More …
HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS Monitor Your Comfort And Savings
(NAPSI)—You don’t have to sacrifice comfort to save money and energy when heating and cooling your home. Geothermal heating and cooling systems are efficient, energy saving and environmentally friendly. They give decades of reliable, safe home comfort at a low cost. Lower Operating Cost A geothermal system operates more efficiently than ordinary heating and air-conditioning Read More …
HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS Save Energy And Money
(NAPSI)—A cool way to save some cold cash can be to install a heating and cooling system that takes solar energy out of the ground. Many homeowners who install geo thermal heating and cooling systems can get utility and state rebates—and even those who don’t may be able to get a more comfortable home at Read More …