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Energy Waste

Why Buildings Are Smarter Than You Think

Dave Bartlett | Posted 01.19.2013 | Green
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Dave Bartlett

In the U.S., buildings account for around 40 percent of our energy consumption. Yet, they waste 50 percent of that energy. A depressing set of numbers? To me, it's an opportunity.

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Make Batteries Last Longer: 5 Tips To Get More Use

planetgreen.discovery.com | Posted 05.25.2011 | Green
Read More: Rechargeable Batteries, Waste, Green Living, Giy, Batteries, Energy Waste, Green News

We use a lot of batteries. They don't create carbon emissions when inserted into a walkie-talkie or a digital camera. I'm sure parts of the battery's ...

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Miami Beach Eco-Sin: Patio Heaters At 65 Degrees

Treehugger.com | Posted 05.25.2011 | Green
Read More: Miami Beach, Patio Heaters, Florida, Climate Control, Waste, Reducing Waste, Energy Waste, Green News

In the UK, patio heaters are nowhere to be seen, and George Monbiot called for their ban three years ago. But on the sidewalks of Ocean Drive in Miami...

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Utilities Try Tactics Like Frowny Faces To Encourage Less Waste

New York Times | LESLIE KAUFMAN | Posted 05.25.2011 | Green
Read More: Waste, Frowny Face Electric Bill, Utility Companies, Energy Waste, Green News

A frowny face is not what most electric customers expect to see on their utility statements, but Greg Dyer got one. He earned it, the utility said, ...

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