Two Missouri Major League Baseball (MLB) teams are jumping on the green bandwagon. Both the St. Louis Cardinals and Kansas City Royals recently implemented renewable energy projects at their home stadiums, installing solar panels onto portions of the facilities prior to the 2012 season opening games. The two teams currently join five other MLB teams [...]

The National Lighting Bureau (NLB) is urging the United States lighting community to set the record straight: It seems the American public isn’t currently being given the proper amount of good information about smart, environmentally friendly lighting. According to NLB Executive Director John Bachner, “particularly poor reporting about the ongoing elimination of 100-, 75-, 60- and [...]

Do you own a DVD player? Do you leave it plugged it all day? Even when you’re not watching movies? What about your computer? Plasma TV screen? Microwave? Laptop? On average, unplugging items around your homes when not in use can save you approximately $300 per year. Try investing in a power strip you can [...]

Your power goes out. What now? Here are some tips to cope with a sudden loss of electricity: Heat When your electricity sudden goes out, it’s important to be aware of yours and others’ risk for heat-related illnesses. Heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps and fainting are all serious heat illnesses, but there are certain steps– [...]

As the warmer months quickly approach– especially in Florida– it’s not uncommon to wonder what can be done to keep both your house and yourself cool without breaking the bank. Here are some easy tips to follow, without breaking a sweat: Keep your house closed tight during the day. Be sure to keep unwanted heat [...]

When it comes to the functionality of the electricity inside of your home, do-it-yourself quick fixes are dangerous and, most of the time, ineffective. When an electrical problem arises, it’s always best to call an electrician as soon as possible. Apart from simply hiring an electrician to work out your electrical kinks, you can also [...]

As electricity quickly becomes a necessity of our everyday lives, it’s important to think before panicking when an electrical problem arises. When the power goes out, we’re quick to call our electric company or simply attempt fix the problem ourselves. Although it may seem like an easy fix, electrical contractors are trained to deal with [...]

Investing in solar power can reduce your monthly electric bill while protecting you from rising energy costs, provide you with clean power and present itself as a reliable investment. But before you jump on the solar bandwagon, it’s important to do your research, math and follow a few simple steps: Reduce Energy Consumption Although getting [...]

Did you know electricity rates can change by as much as 40 percent during peak hours during the day? Just as there are off-peak airline fares and telephone rates, there are off-peak periods when the cost of electricity is low. Typically, the highest prices in the summer will be in the late afternoon and early [...]

Change Your Filter Often A clean air conditioning filter can cut your energy use between five and 15 percent. Many thermostats have a filter change indicator, reminding you to change your filter at predetermined intervals. If you’re using an efficient air filter, it’s best to change it once a month. Leave Your Thermostat Alone Since [...]