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Governor Announces Homeowner Weatherization Incentives
Posted on 22. Jan, 2010 by GMS Editor.
Governor John E. Baldacci today unveils a new benefit available to Mainers who improve the energy efficiency of their homes.
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When a home energy audit pays
Posted on 15. Jan, 2010 by GMS Editor.
Experts say there are a few things to look for when getting an energy audit and retrofit work done.
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‘Cash for appliances’ to cut costs of Energy Star models
Posted on 06. Jan, 2010 by GMS Editor.
Illinois’ $12.4 million share of federal funding enables the state to offer rebates at the cash register of 15 percent off new home appliances that are Energy Star-rated, starting in mid-April.
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LED Holiday Light Sales Boom
Posted on 23. Dec, 2009 by GMS Editor.
Success in the holiday LED lighting category may help to change consumers’ minds about LEDs as replacements for standard incandescent light bulbs.
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Weather funds are ‘an angel’
Posted on 21. Dec, 2009 by GMS Editor.
When Congress put $5 billion into the federal stimulus act early this year to help boost home energy efficiency, it might have had Sandra Kahn in mind.
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How ‘Cash for Caulkers’ might work
Posted on 15. Dec, 2009 by GMS Editor.
President Obama’s Cash for Caulkers proposal has almost every homeowner wondering how they’ll be able to cash in.
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‘Cash for Clunkers,’ household edition
Posted on 04. Dec, 2009 by GMS Editor.
The federal government is expected to finalize details in the coming weeks of another tax-supported shopping extravaganza, known as “Cash for Appliances.”
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Weatherization: Saving Money by Saving Energy
Posted on 10. Nov, 2009 by GMS Editor.
U.S. Energy Secretary Steve Chu outlines the government’s incentive programs for home energy efficiency.
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Don’t let energy costs creep you out on National Weatherization Day
Posted on 30. Oct, 2009 by GMS Editor.
October 30th is National Weatherization Day. Here are some ideas for tightening up your home envelope.
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Thinking solar power? It’s never been cheaper
Posted on 26. Oct, 2009 by GMS Editor.
The installation costs for solar power are the lowest in years; how much you’ll spend depends on where you live.
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