Central AC: How big is too big?

Central AC: How big is too big?

Before I began working in the field of energy efficiency, I had no idea that air conditioners dehumidified a home’s air. In fact, as it turns out, the majority of the benefit one feels from the use of an air conditioner is from the dehumidification it provides....
LED Bulb Buying Guide

LED Bulb Buying Guide

LED bulbs are a no-brainer these days. LED bulbs use about 2/3 of the energy of a CFL bulb and about 1/6 of the energy needed to power an incandescent bulb. And, if you haven’t noticed yet, they also cost as little as $2 each – a far cry from the $20 LED...

Is it time yet to invest in solar?

The answer to that question is simple. It depends on you and the reasons you want to install solar photovoltaic panels on your home or business. The fact is solar panels are 6.5% cheaper than they were last year and about 25% cheaper than they were 6 years ago (when...