Energy Efficiency

If you’ve ever gone shopping around for new heating and air conditioning units, you would be familiar with the SEER and EER ratings that all products carry. For most people, these numbers often go unnoticed, but they can be a great help if you’re looking to become m…

According to the Energy Information Administration, heating and cooling accounts for almost 50% of an average American home’s energy consumption. This number has already decreased by 10% from 1993 in part because of more energy efficient technologies and innovations that…

Did you know that October is National Energy Action Month? What better way to celebrate than to start improving your energy efficiency at home. There are many ways that you can work to save energy and cut electricity costs throughout the year. Below are just a few o…

Most homeowners try their best to save on energy costs, but sometimes it can be downright difficult. Luckily, technology is making it easier and more affordable to save energy in your home throughout the year. Below, we’ve put together a list of our favorite energy saving app…

While most people want to live healthy and sustainable lifestyles it is often very difficult to do so. Mostly it is because they do not have the right information. Other times the information and advice available is too extreme to be followed at beginner level. It is importan…

Extra energy costs are bad for both your bank account and the environment, and most people assume that these increased cooling costs are just part of getting through a Greater Los Angeles area summer. But, it doesn’t have to be this way! Take a look at our ideas for ways to s…

You may have heard your friends, family, and neighbors talk about “going green.” But what does this really mean? Lately, a trend has emerged that has gotten more and more people to take a step back and look at the ways in which they impact their environment. By going green, i…

Twitter is the ultimate resource for businesses and consumers who are looking to stay on top of the latest trends and news. With live updates directly from experts of any organization, industry or cause, Twitter has moved beyond just a social platform and into the world’s mos…

Saving money is always good, especially if you are a homeowner and your home is most likely your biggest investment. One of the best ways to save money on home expenses is to lower your HVAC energy usage. By reducing the energy that is needed to run your HVAC system, you’ll n…

If you are looking for more efficient ways to heat and cool your home, you may be interested in geothermal energy. Geothermal energy is a sustainable energy source that can help keep your home comfortable while saving money on monthly heating and cooling costs. If y…