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Energy Transparency Key to Greening Buildings

Carol Pierson Holding | Posted 05.23.2012

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The appeal of renewable energy as an investment may dim with the decline of subsidies. But existing and future investments in devices that measure and control energy are looking good.

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You Can Cut Your Carbon Emissions 20 Percent Over the Next Year

Elliott Negin | Posted 04.26.2012

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"The most important single change for most Americans would be to trade in their gas-guzzler for a more fuel-efficient car... At today's gas prices, that would save you as much as $18,000 over the 15-year life of the car."

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We're Leading The 'Energy Star' Nation

The Huffington Post | Lucy Blodgett | Posted 04.18.2012

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Last week, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its annual list of cities with the highest number of Energy Star buildings. Los Ang...

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Top 10 Energy Star Cities

Posted 04.12.2012

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This week, the EPA released its annual list of the 25 American cities with the highest number of Energy Star certified buildings. According to the...

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Put Your Tax Refund to Work

Jason Alderman | Posted 04.11.2012

Read More: Coverdell Education Savings Account, Energy Star, W-4 Form, Tax Refund, 529 Qualified State Tuition Plan, Charitable Contributions, IRS Tax Withholding Allowance, Money News

If you carry balances on multiple cards, always make at least the minimum payments to avoid penalties. Paying down the highest-rate card first will save the most money overall, but some people find that paying off smaller-balanced accounts first is a better motivator.

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Celebrating Energy Star: 20 Years of Partnership, Promise, and Progress

Lisa P. Jackson | Posted 05.15.2012

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Twenty years in, we still have a bold vision, one in which the Energy Star program helps millions of people -- in the U.S. and around the world -- save money, protect their health and the environment, and strengthen an economy that's built to last.

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Take 'America Saves Week' to Heart

Jason Alderman | Posted 04.23.2012

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After four years of coping with a stagnant economy, probably the last thing you want to hear is how important it is to sock away money for a rainy day -- you already know that. But hear me out, just in case.

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Energy-Efficiency Tax Credits Expire Soon

Jason Alderman | Posted 01.08.2012

Read More: Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, Energy Star, Home Energy Tax Credits, Weatherization Assistance Program, Green News

Tax advantages are just one of many reasons to conserve energy. Besides helping to protect the environment and reduce your carbon footprint, you can also save big bucks.

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Report Calls For Easy-To-Read Health Ratings On Food Labels

AP | LAURAN NEERGAARD | Posted 12.20.2011

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WASHINGTON — Just as that Energy Star tag helps you choose your appliances, a new report says a rating symbol on the front of every soup can, ce...

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PHOTOS: Greener Living Tour Shows New Yorkers 'It's Easy Being Green'

Posted 11.22.2011

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From LG: Last Saturday, LG showed New Yorkers that it’s easy being green at the kick off of the LG and Good Housekeeping “Greener Living” tou...

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Food Industry Energy Consumption Runs Rampant

Posted 07.02.2011

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Food-related energy consumption in the United States is growing, explains USA Today with some alarming statistics. From 2002 through 2007, food-re...

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Smart Uses for Your Tax Refund

Jason Alderman | Posted 06.08.2011

Read More: Coverdell Education Savings Account, Energy Star, W-4 Form, Tax Refund, 529 Qualified State Tuition Plan, IRS Tax Withholding Allowance, Tax Returns, Business News

If you regularly receive large tax refunds, you're probably having too much tax withheld from your paycheck. Instead, you might want to withhold less and put the money to work for you.

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9 Steps To Greening Your Small Biz

Massimo LoBuglio | Posted 05.25.2011

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Consumers are justifiably skeptical about green claims, but once your results start to pile up, you'll have a solid basis from which to tell a great story and excite others toward your cause.

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Get Ready for America Saves Week

Jason Alderman | Posted 05.25.2011

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To help encourage people to learn sound saving habits, a broad coalition of non-profit, government, military and corporate organizations formed the America Saves campaign.

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Going Green In LA: How To Save Money And Stop Wasting Energy

Posted 05.25.2011

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Text courtesy of Your Daily Thread. By Anne Maertens Save green with these L.A. rebates. Living in L.A. means plenty of opportunities to get paid f...

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Feeling The Pinch? Try These Expense-Trimming Tips

Jason Alderman | Posted 11.17.2011

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Between holiday shopping bills now due, increased winter heating bills and the upcoming income tax season, many people are feeling the pinch right now. Your best bet for getting back on track is to trim expenses.

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Chuck Leavell: This Rolling Stone Gathers Trees

Avital Binshtock | Posted 05.25.2011

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Chuck Leavell has been a melodic force behind some of rock 'n' roll's biggest acts. But he is also a committed conservationist and tree farmer.

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EPA: Three Letters to Be Thankful for

Michael Brune | Posted 05.25.2011

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The Environmental Protection Agency celebrates its 40th anniversary next week, but I think it's worth taking a moment this week to be thankful for what the EPA has accomplished during four decades.

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How to Green Your Hotel Stay

Avital Binshtock | Posted 05.25.2011

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Vacations can be wonderful -- but some people check out of their eco-values as soon as they check into a hotel. These three tips should help you keep your hotel stay green.

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Eco Etiquette: Should I Turn Off The TiVo?

Jennifer Grayson | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Green Living, Energy Star, Energy Consumption, Energy Conservation, Vampire Power, Standby Power, Energy Star Appliances, Dvr, Tivo, Green Advice, Green News

Send all your eco-inquiries to Jennifer Grayson at eco.etiquette@gmail.com. Questions may be edited for length and clarity. I try to unplug all my ap...

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When Does Home Remodeling Make Financial Sense?

Jason Alderman | Posted 11.17.2011

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My wife and I survived two major home remodeling projects and we've got the battle scars to prove it. Here are a few considerations to weigh before you decide to remodel.

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Grow a Conscience: How to Garden Green

Avital Binshtock | Posted 05.25.2011

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Whether your farm fits in a window box or spans several acres, ensure a truly green thumb with these Earth-friendly gardening gizmos.

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Green News Report -- April 20, 2010 (Audio)

Brad Friedman and Desi Doyen | Posted 05.25.2011

TWITTER: @GreenNewsReport The 'GNR' is also now available on your cell phone via Stitcher Radio's mobile app! IN TODAY'S RADIO REPORT: Rescue & reco...

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Big Tax Refunds Can Be Costly

Jason Alderman | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Credit Card Reform, Energy Star, Retirement Savings, Irs, Income Tax Refund, Business News

By having too much money deducted from your paycheck, you've essentially been giving the government an interest-free loan for the past year.

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Energy Star Fraud: 15 Bogus Products Impress Federal Energy Program

AP | FREDERIC J. FROMMER | Posted 05.25.2011

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WASHINGTON — Fifteen phony products – including a gasoline-powered alarm clock – won a label from the government certifying them as ...

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