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Green Dorm Tips: How to Save Energy at College

save-energy-in-dorm Even if you don’t live in a LEED-certified dorm, here are a few ideas to get you (or the college kid you know) off to a green start this school year!

Computers

Buying a new computer? Consider a laptop over a typical desktop computer. Laptops use much less energy—up to 80 percent less, according to Energy Star! Check out our recent list of the most energy-efficient laptops on the market.

And keep an eye out for monitors and ...

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A Peach of an Energy Code

gas-furnace-water-heater The state of Georgia is breaking new ground when it comes to building codes. A new set of regulations may not sound too exciting on the surface, but consider the potential impacts: Lower energy bills, less energy used, and less pollution emitted into the environment. Read on, no matter what state you’re in.

The new Georgia energy codes, due to take effect on Jan. 1, 2011, are the result of work done by a group called the Georgia ...

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Energy News: Hybrid Bikes, Green Style, and More

Here’s what’s been happening in the energy realm of late:

LED-lightHome Depot’s Downlights

The world’s largest home improvement retailer has begun selling LED downlights through a partnership with Cree. The bulbs will only consume 10.5 watts, compared to an equivalent incandescent bulb’s 65 watts.

I Want to Ride My [Hybrid] Bike

Old and busted: a regular bicycle. New hotness: adding the Copenhagen Wheel to your bike to convert it to a hybrid. A group of MIT students have invented a ...

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8 Ideas for an Energy-Saving Father's Day

Ah, Pops, always barking at you to turn lights off (or was that the dog?). Whether or not your dad taught you to save electricity, these gift ideas can help you wish him a happy Father's Day.

fathers-day-BBQ1. BBQ it up. Not only does it scream "It's summer, people!" but grilling can save Dad money on air conditioning, since it doesn't heat up your house like the oven does. The greenest grills are electric, followed by propane and natural gas. ...

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“Glee” star digs energy-efficient light bulbs

 If you haven’t switched to CFLs yet, let Mark Salling of Glee convince you. Cast members of FOX’s ice cream sundae of a show (it's like High School Musical, but with problems!) offer their green tips in the video below.

In addition to energy-efficient light bulbs, composting gets a shout out, too. (Pssst, Mark—Trader Joe’s is not the only place to get reusable shopping bags.)

Watch:

Via Mother Nature Network.

--Holly

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10 Things To Do in the Dark

Earth Hour is coming up this Saturday at 8:30 PM. Ideas for what to do in the dark abound online—there's even a list of things to do with your dog (who knew?). Grab a non-paraffin candle or flashlight and try our ideas to save energy around your house, and add ideas we missed in the comments!

10. Clean your dryer's lint trap

No judgment here if you haven't cleaned your dryer's lint trap lately—but doing so can make your clothes ...

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News: Bloom Box Competitors, Energy-Efficient Gaming, and More

There was a flurry of energy efficiency news this week! Here are some tasty bits.

Fuel-cell mania

The much-hyped Bloom Box gets competition from Panasonic, ClearEdge, and the funky-sounding Oorja Protonics, the latter of which could ostensibly provide customers with heating for free, unlike Bloom.

Energy-efficient gaming?

Leaving an Xbox 360 on all the time is said to have the energy use of about two new refrigerators! A bill being considered in the Senate directs the DOE to consider energy ...

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5 LED Lights That Make Sense Now

LED lighting promises great energy savings and other advantages over CFLs. But as a new technology, the early products still have some drawbacks. Does that mean you should wait? Not necessarily. In the right places, LED lights can still make sense. Here is a gallery of products that you might consider buying to save energy now.

 

sylvania

  • This Sylvania nightlight bulb costs only $3, and uses only 1 watt of electricity.

got dark

  • Got a dark closet or cabinet? This battery-operated light ...

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Is Boulder, CO Facing A New School Problem With Old School Thinking?

The Wall Street Journal and Time Magazine posted articles on how Boulder, CO, a relatively progressive environmental city, is trying to stop their citizens from being armchair activists.

“Since 2006, Boulder has subsidized about 750 home energy audits. Even after the subsidy, the audits cost each homeowner up to $200, so only the most committed signed up. Still, follow-up surveys found half didn't implement even the simplest recommendations, despite incentives such as discounts on energy-efficient bulbs and rebates for attic ...

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LED Lighting: How to Make a Purchase You’ll be Happy With

 

I’m a fan of LED lighting, but I don’t want anyone to have a bad experience with the early products that still have some drawbacks. When you shop for LED lights, keep these four factors in mind.

 

Remember the early days of CFLs? They were expensive, didn’t fit into regular lamps, had strange shapes, and the light they cast had that harsh fluorescent glow. Many people tried those bulbs and were turned off by them – even though ...

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