Sustainability
Energy Efficiency Tips for Spring Cleaning
03.06.23 As the weather starts to warm up, many people are gearing up for some serious spring cleaning. For many of us, that means deep cleaning surfaces, bedding, and floors, as well as de-cluttering, and getting rid of things you may no longer need. While you’re sprucing up your home, it’s also an excellent time to… View Article Read More
Energy Resolutions to Keep in 2023
01.10.23 When we think about New Year’s resolutions, we often think of ways to live a healthier lifestyle, see more of the world, or consume fewer material goods. However, with more Americans hoping to live more sustainably, why not make one of your resolutions this year to focus on living a more eco-friendly life? Now is… View Article Read More
How to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint at Home
12.14.22 According to The Nature Conservancy, the average annual carbon footprint per person in the US is 16 tons. But do we understand what that really means? It’s certainly important to reduce our personal carbon footprint — even if we’re not sure why or how. Here’s what to know about carbon footprints and what we can… View Article Read More
Ways to Stay Warm Without A Heater
11.23.22 When Texas had its deep freeze in 2021, residents spent nearly six days in below-freezing temperatures, and many of those days were without heat. We all learned that having no power in the wintertime can be incredibly frustrating and oftentimes dangerous. But it’s not always power outages that leave us without heating. Some may make… View Article Read More
Pros and Cons of DIY Home Solar Installation
10.14.22 Climate change is an unfortunate reality for us here on planet Earth. But you can make some changes in your home that can potentially help the issue. One of the main ways to help? Switching to renewable energy. When you install solar panels for your house, you’re generating your own electricity and taking some of… View Article Read More
Staying Green When You Move
10.06.22 According to studies by MoveBuddha, moving causes an enormous amount of waste annually. How much exactly? Well, the move-planning company’s research shows it’s about the tune of 900 million cardboard boxes, 8.4 million tons of trash, 345 thousand tons of food, 353 million gallons of gas, 90 million pounds of paper, and 30 million tape… View Article Read More
Wind Energy Pros and Cons
04.29.22 Wind energy is picking up speed as the most-used renewable electricity generation source in the U.S. The industry has grown tremendously over the last decade, currently accounting for about 4% of electricity production in the U.S. The U.S. Department of Energy reports that cumulative wind power capacity increased by an average of 30% per year,… View Article Read More
5 Ways Solar Energy Benefits the Environment
04.06.22 Solar energy is one of the cleanest and most sustainable sources of power available today. Not only does it help reduce our reliance on fossil fuels, but it also comes with a slew of environmental benefits that are often overlooked. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of the most positive impacts… View Article Read More
