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HOW R-VALUE IS OVERRATED WHEN DISCUSSING INSULATION NEEDS. R-value is the poor stepchild of building science metrics. Learn why R-value doesn’t do a good job describing the entire wall system.

HOW THE CAR IS CAUSING ONE BIG WORLDLY TRAFFIC JAM. One billion cars doing long and short commutes, one billion cars spurring the growth of unsustainable suburbs, one billion cars stuck in traffic jams.

HOW PEDAL POWER CAN PROVIDE EXERCISE AND WATTS. An experienced biker with pedal power can produce a peak of more than 400 watts, but peaks don’t count. Watts Count!

HOW TO TREAT YOURSELF AND YOUR HOME TO THE BEST FURNACE FILTER. Choosing the Right Furnace Filter – Disposable VS Reusable Furnace Filters. Do your filter home work before you decide.

HOW DOES THE NEW ONE DOLLAR COIN GET ALONG WITH THE ENVIRONMENT? Does the one dollar coin have a smaller environmental footprint than the one dollar bill?

HOW FLOOR INSULATION IS LIKE LOW-HANGING-FRUIT. I really do not know why Energy Auditors and Weatherization professionals like to talk about fruit so much. Must have something to do with saving energy. Don Ames

HOW HOME SOLUTIONS SUPPORT THE 3 STEP PLAN. Homeowners once dreaded the winter months thinking they had to live with the pain of a drafty uncomfortable home. Now simply not true.

HOW THE SOLAR INDUSTRY PLANS TO FIGHT THE ECONOMY. Solar panels were piling up in warehouses and prices were falling faster than a Russian Rocket.

HOW CFLs ALMOST BLEW UP CITY HALL. More than 300 people were evacuated as the x-ray of the package caught someone's eye in the mail room.

HOW THE SMART METER IS NOT A PEACEMAKER. This installer, in my mind, was deliberately ignoring checking the delay list until I intervened.

HOW YOUR DUCT WORK APPEARS FROM THE INSIDE OUT. "Guess what's in the Picture", one thing for sure, it has something to do with energy efficiency. Don Ames

HOW TO SAVE YOUR A.C. WITH ENERGY SOLUTIONS. The auditor can spy energy inefficiencies and suggest energy solutions that will keep your A.C unit from running all day. Your A.C. will love these energy solutions.

HOW 15 WAYS TO BE GREEN WILL CHARGE YOUR ENVIRONMENT. From hydrating your body to switching up suds and gathering for a clothes exchange, here's some need-to-know ways to be green.

HOW 13 YEAR OLD EARNED SHORT LIVED APPLAUSE. Everyone was excited for a teen to do such an interesting solar technology project. The teen's glory is short lived - a science blog has debunked the project.

HOW SUN POWER IS ABOUT MORE THAN MONEY. 5 Reasons Why Going Solar is About More Than Just Money. Maybe Sun Power makes more sense than you thought.

HOW PHILLIPS WAS BRIGHT WITH THE LIGHT. I was so happy to learn that the new wave of LED lightbulbs from manufacturers like GE and Philips are cranking up the brightness. Today, let's look at Philips' brand new 17W Ambient LED model.

HOW ONE SOLAR PROJECT WILL BRING THOUSANDS TO THE ECONOMY. The solar-photovoltaic facility will create more than 630 jobs at peak construction and infuse an estimated $336 million into the local economy.

HOW TO KEEP COOL USING A FEW NATURAL COOLING METHODS. There are other ways to keep cool that don't cost as much as having your A.C. run for hours.

HOW YOUR POWER BILL CAN TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR POWER SAVING PLAN. Take time to read your Power Bill and let it guide you in your power saving efforts. Screen cast in this article. Don Ames

HOW HOME SOLAR PANELS COULD USE A GOOD KELLY BLUEBOOK. People want assurances that pre-owned solar panels can still be counted on for a certain level of solid performance.

HOW TODAY'S ENERGY MANAGEMENT WOULD BEWILDER EDISON! Smart energy devices are really no different than food, automotives or any other consumer item, but with energy management, you save energy.

HOW TO USE GREAT STUFF TO SAVE ENERGY AND ADD INDOOR COMFORT. Ever try to stuff a wad of old wash cloth around a plumbing pipe to stop the consistent and chilling flow of cold air? Next time, save the old wash cloth and grab a can of Great Stuff. Here's why.

HOW TO FIND WAYS TO RECYCLE INCORRECTLY! Recycling is not all that tricky, but some people waste a lot of time doing stuff they shouldn’t. For example, here are some surefire ways to recycle incorrectly…

HOW WINDOW BLINDS CAN BE THE PERFECT WINDOW DRESSING. These well-insulated blinds can help keep heat from entering through the rooms in the summer, leaving the house much cooler without the necessity of air conditioning.

HOW TO GREEN YOUR ENERGY USE WITH 10 AWESOME TIPS. The impacts are massive. This brief guide can offer some solid suggestions for greening your electricity and supporting a healthy environment.