We’ve all heard the easy tips for helping the environment—shorten your showers, recycle, and turn the lights off when you leave the room. But if you want to make a bigger impact in conserving your resources, there are some major ways to go green in your home. Try these seven fixes to make your home […]
XCEL’s Solar Rewards Program
July 21, 2013 by 1 Comment
XCEL’s Solar Rewards program has increased to 33.6 megawatts available for rebates for small-size solar power systems at least for the remainder of 2013 until the commissioners approve XCEL’s 2014 plan. In Colorado, the rebate money comes from a 2 percent surcharge added to the monthly bills of XCEL customers to help pay for renewable […]
Celebrating Our 43rd Annual Earth Day
April 30, 2013 by Leave a Comment
With the celebration of Earth Day last week, being mindful of water conservation is essential. We need to keep conservation on our minds all year long. In addition to saving money on your utility bill, water conservation helps prevent water pollution in nearby lakes, rivers and local watersheds. The Colorado River alone offers $26 billion […]
New Years Resolutions
January 11, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Consider a late New Years Resolution of being extra cautious about water waste. According to the results of a three-year federal study of the Colorado River, the river won’t have enough water to support all the people who rely on it throughout the southwest, from metro Denver to California. The Study, which began in January […]
Green Home Appraisals
November 2, 2012 by Leave a Comment
With the housing market recovery beginning to take shape, we see green home construction and remodeling on the rise as consumers look to combine home comfort with energy efficiency and cost savings. However, home appraisals have traditionally ignored the value added by green building features and, although putting a value on green properties continues to […]
Green Remodeling Tips
November 1, 2011 by Leave a Comment
According to the Sierra Club, as the average U.S. home size increases, demanding more energy and materials, living smaller is a surefire way to reduce your ecological footprint. It’s also an opportunity to enjoy thoughtful design and a simpler lifestyle. To see more tips for making the transition: http://sierraclub.org/tips/home-garden.aspx
Lower Your Fall/Winter Energy Bill With Ceiling Fans
October 31, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The seasonal change in temperature is a reminder to reset your home’s ceiling fan blades.