|
|
101 Uses for Dirty Diapers
As the father of a toddler, I am an expert on dirty diapers. I know exactly what to do with them: throw them out! But along comes a New York waste company and a town in California who want me to do something else with my dirty diapers. Like cover...
Healing The Elements
The Nature Elementals, most commonly known as Faeries, are the unseen guardians of the planet. As much as we would like to believe that their survival depends on our beliefs and ability to clap loud enough so as to restart their dying hearts, these...
Learning about Hummingbirds
Hummingbirds are a joy for a birdwatcher to observe. They are
found only in the Western Hemisphere, from as far north as
Southeastern Alaska and the Maritimes of Canada and as far south
as Southern Chile. There are approximately 350 species...
New Outdoor Clothing Technology Keeps You Comfortable
New Outdoor Clothing Technology Keeps You Comfortable During
Winter Weather
Temperatures are changing and as you select your outdoor
clothing winter wear take the time to choose the products that
will keep you comfortable. There are many...
Solar power
Solar power is becoming more and more popular as the oil prices keep increasing. Our demand on our natural resources such as coal, oil and gas continues to grown on a daily basis worldwide. Not to mention what these types of fuels are doing to...
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Be Power Smart and Save Energy
Before people can be informed on the options that they have when it comes to turning their house into an energy efficient household, they need to know why it is so important to save energy. Unfortunately, most of the time, due to the fact that people are too busy to be interested or are simply overwhelmed with the everyday problems, it makes no sense to them to care about energy saving issues.
However, there are environmental organizations that are doing a great job at explaining to people why we all need to bother to save energy. These groups are frequently organizing conferences and workshops, are publishing brochures and flyers and are trying to offer as much assistance as possible, in order to make people stay focused on these environmental and energy efficient issues, which are many times neglected. Thus, people are clearly explained in which manner saving energy positively affects the amount they pay for the utilities, how it increases their level of comfort and to what extent they can contribute to reducing pollution.
It has been proven that a lot of people believe that being energy efficient is a
sacrifice and do not realize that in fact it means getting the most out of every unit of energy that they pay for. Furthermore, it is vital for them to understand that appropriate insulation can contribute to both increasing the comfort level and to substantially reducing the utilities costs. To always stay on the safe side, as far as energy consumption goes, it is highly recommended to only purchase environment friendly and energy efficient appliances.
Easy to follow and to put into practice tips related to saving energy techniques include a special attention, when adjusting the thermostat, which controls the temperature in the whole house. Keep in mind that the house needs time to warm up and setting the temperature at a really high level will not do any good and moreover, you might actually forget to turn it back to the normal level, which will inevitably result into a waste of money and energy. About the Author
Detailed information about energy saving, including tips on household savings and environmental issues, are available at http://www.energyshack.com/
|
|
|
|
|
Department of Energy - Homepage |
Governmental department whose mission is to advance energy technology and promote related innovation in the United States. |
www.energy.gov |
  |
Department of Energy - Page not found! |
US Department of Energy information for consumers, business, and communities. Links to many energy pages of the DOE. |
www.energy.gov |
  |
Energy Quest Room |
California Energy Commission's energy and environmental education site for students, parents and teachers. Includes information, Q&As, projects, ... |
www.energyquest.ca.gov |
  |
The Energy Story - Introduction |
Detailed guide explains what energy is and where it comes from. |
www.energyquest.ca.gov |
  |
EIA Energy Kids Page - energy facts, fun, games and activities |
Features various sections about energy including what it is and the forms it comes in. Find out how humans use energy through quizzes and a 'fun facts' ... |
www.eia.doe.gov |
  |
Energy Information Administration - EIA - Official Energy ... |
Section of the US Department of Energy (DOE) providing statistics, data, analysis on resources, supply, production, consumption for all energy sources. |
www.eia.doe.gov |
  |
Energy - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
Free encyclopedia article explaining the scientific notion of energy. Includes units of measure, energy transformation concepts, types of energy, ... |
en.wikipedia.org |
  |
Department of Energy - Homepage |
U.S. Department of Energy Awards Contract for Management and Operation of Ames ... The Energy Star label is the government's seal of energy efficiency. ... |
www.doe.gov |
  |
Home : ENERGY STAR |
US EPA Energy Star programs and products help save the environment and save consumers money by using less energy through advanced design or construction. |
www.energystar.gov |
  |
National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) Home Page |
Facility of the US Department of Energy (DOE) for renewable energy and energy efficiency research, development and deployment. |
www.nrel.gov |
  |
European Commission - Energy - Home page |
Welcome to the European Commission's "Energy" website ... A European Strategy for Sustainable, Competitive and Secure Energy ... |
ec.europa.eu |
  |
DTI - Energy - Introduction |
The DTI’s Energy Group deals with energy-related matters, ... UK energy statistics are provided, including production, consumption and prices. ... |
www.dti.gov.uk |
  |
U.S. DOE Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Home Page |
US Department of Energy web site for information on energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies. |
www.eere.energy.gov |
  |
Energy for America's Future |
Provides an overview of President Bush's energy policies. |
www.whitehouse.gov |
  |
International Energy Agency |
Energy Security, Growth and Sustainability through Co-operation and Outreach. |
www.iea.org |
  |
energywatch: Home Page |
Independent gas and electricity consumer watchdog, providing help to domestic, commercial or industrial energy (gas and electricity) consumers. |
www.energywatch.org.uk |
  |
EnergyAustralia - Home |
Details of one of Australia's largest and oldest gas and electricity supply companies. Includes information on accounts, energy saving tips, appliance sales ... |
www.energy.com.au |
  |
U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources |
Has jurisdiction over energy policy, regulation, and research. Also deals with energy and mineral conservation, ports used for energy transport, irrigation, ... |
energy.senate.gov |
  |
bloomberg energy prices |
www.bloomberg.com/energy/ - Similar pages |
|
  |
Energy Bulletin |
A clearinghouse of information concerning the peak in global energy such as oil and gas. |
www.energybulletin.net |
  |
|