(NAPSI)—The heat of summer doesn’t just mean it’s time to drink more water or eat ice cream to keep cool. It also means an increase in air conditioning and energy to cool your home. The U.S. Energy Information Administration reports households are expected to use 3 percent more electricity this[Read More…]
Green Living
The EPA Can Help You Save Big On Energy Efficient Upgrades For The Home
(NAPSI)—If you’re like most homeowners, there’s probably a laundry list of major upgrades you’d like to make to improve the efficiency, performance, and functionality of your house. However, high upfront costs and project complexity can keep you from taking action, especially when projects involve expensive but essential systems, such as[Read More…]
Cutting Summer Cooling Costs
(NAPSI)—When monthly utility bills arrive, many Americans are getting hot under the collar. In fact according to the National Energy Directors Association, this summer’s residential cooling costs are projected to be the highest in a decade hitting an average of $719 or about $173 a month. To add[Read More…]
Going Green in Your Community
(Family Features) Preserving your community for future generations can take many forms. It might mean volunteering with local organizations and participating in community improvement initiatives. Taking steps to protect the environment is another critical way to ensure your community remains safe and livable for generations to come. These ideas show[Read More…]
The AI Effect: Green Product Design Sees Sharp Increase
(NAPSI)—Good news for people concerned about the planet. Today’s resourceful industrial designers and engineers are utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to develop quality products and limit environmental impacts. Curbing Carbon Emissions Right now, 80% of the total emissions of a product happen during its design phase. You’d[Read More…]
Outdoor Power Equipment Helps Weather A Storm or Power Outage
(NAPSI)—Storms are growing more powerful and frequent, so having the right outdoor power equipment on hand and using it safely is important, says the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). Home and business owners should think ahead before foul weather or a power outage occurs. “Any season can be[Read More…]
A Veterinarian’s Top Tips for a Safe, Fun Summer
by Dr. Whitney Miller, DVM, MBA, DACVPM, Chief Veterinarian at Petco (NAPSI)—Longer, warmer days often mean pets and pet parents are spending more time together outside. Whether you’re hosting a pool party, traveling or exploring the great outdoors together this summer, there are a few important things to[Read More…]
4 Summer Tips to Make Your Bathroom Routine More Planet-Friendly
(StatePoint) Warm weather is here and if you’re spending more time in nature, you may be wondering how to align your own routines to be more planet friendly. One easy place to make improvements is in the bathroom. Here are four simple tips to do just that: 1. Take shorter[Read More…]
Upgraded Upstate Power Grid Will Deliver a Smarter, Stronger, Cleaner Energy System, Strengthen Local Economies
(NAPSI)—For today’s homes and businesses, affordable access to reliable electricity is as essential as having running water. Over several decades, an extensive electric system has been built to accommodate the ever-growing need for more power every time people flip a switch. An ongoing shift toward electrification—from electric vehicles[Read More…]
How the Brands You Shop With May Be Practicing Sustainable, Responsible Retail
(StatePoint) As more consumers passionately embrace social causes, they’re looking to spend their dollars with brands committed to responsible, sustainable retail. According to a Sensormatic Solutions U.S. Consumer Sustainability Survey, 70% of consumers would change their shopping habits after learning a brand isn’t operating sustainably. Of Gen Z shoppers, over[Read More…]