• Reducing Your Environmental Impact: Steps You Can Take


    If you are a person that sees and understands the negative impact that modern-day human society is having on the planet and the environment as a whole, then you may be looking for ways that you, as an individual, can reduce your environmental impact. There are many ways that you can do your part to reduce your environmental impact and improve your carbon footprint. Get to know some of these steps that you can take to reduce your negative impact on the environment so that you can get started in the process as soon as possible.
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  • Go Green & Save Money By Using Solar Lights For Your Business's Parking Lot


    If your business has a large parking lot that you need to keep lit up at night for customer's safety and security purposes, running all those big lights can really drive up your electric bill. Instead of using traditional lights, you should consider installing solar lights. Solar lights will provide your business with a cost effective way to light up your parking lot and your business for the long-term. Here are three benefits of using solar lights in your parking lot.
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  • How To Save Money On Your Gas Bill


    Your gas bill is probably one of your biggest utility bills. The gas going to your home helps run your furnace, stove, oven and your water heater. Think about how much hot water you use in a day, how often you run your furnace and how much you cook. You probably use quite a bit of gas, hence the large bill each month. There are ways to help save you money on your gas bill each month though.
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  • 5 Ways To Keep Your Diesel Fuel From Gelling In The Winter


    A lot of people choose to buy trucks or cars that run on diesel fuel instead of gas.  One reason is that if you drive a diesel vehicle, you can get better fuel efficiency than a comparable vehicle that is powered by gasoline. Diesel fuel has more energy to it than gasoline does, which is what gives it that extra efficiency. One problem that diesel does have is that in cold weather it starts to gel.
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  • Residential Propane Services | Questions From New Customers About Service


    If you move into a new area where propane is one of the biggest home energy sources, you may be a little apprehensive about getting used to using the services provided by a propane company. If all you have ever used is natural gas, which is pumped straight to your home, or electric, which is wired right in, it is definitely going to be a bit of a change. However, with a little advice and information, you will find that using the services of a propane company is really no big deal.
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  • A Beginner User's Guide To Propane And Propane Safety


    The majority of homes in the United States use some form of electric or natural gas heating, and therefore, you could spend the majority of your life living in homes that have nothing to do with propane gas or tanks. However, if you happen to become one of the 10 percent of people who uses propane for heating, cooking, or hot water  and you have had no experience, you will likely have several questions and concerns.
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  • Low Cost Solar Integration


    Contrary to common misconception, adding home solar panel systems to your house doesn't require a five or six figure investment and won't mean complete reliance on the sun for your electricity. There is a lower cost alternative that can be employed to give you a portion of the cost savings, without sacrificing the convenience of municipal power. Known as a grid-tie solar installation, this approach gives you greater flexibility, but you'll still need to do some checking to be sure of how to proceed.
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  • 2 Reasons To Consider Solar Panels


    Solar panels are a fantastic option if you are trying to be environmentally friendly, and they also quite a few nice financial benefits as well. Two reasons to consider installing solar panels are to save and earn money. Save Money One of the biggest benefits to purchasing solar panels is that they can immediately allow you to start saving money on your utility bills. Once the solar panels are installed, you can start supplementing and replacing the electricity provided by the electric company to lower your bills.
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  • New Innovations In Solar Power: What You Should Know


    While most people associatesolar power with alternative roofing options and as a way to make their homes more energy efficient, solar power is not just limited to residential applications. In fact, scientists and innovators are regularly developing new applications for solar power that aim to move all industries toward sustainability. The more sustainable and eco-friendly these industries become, the less the United States and its citizens will need to rely on fossil fuels and unpredictable oil prices, and the more money consumers will be able to save due to lower energy costs.
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  • A Guide To Buying A Grill


    With Father's Day just around the corner and warm weather just on the horizon, home improvement stores across the country are starting to pull out their grills to sell. Consider the following factors when buying so that you get the right grill for your needs. Type of Fuel There are several different types of grills that use various fuel types: Electric Grills- these are great for indoor use, but are not always practical for outdoor patio use.
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