Archive for April, 2015

 

Renewable Energy Overview

April 30, 2015
The term “renewable energy” gets thrown around a lot, but it isn’t often that renewable energy is actually defined. So what exactly is renewable energy? Renewable energy is electricity that is generated from sources that restore themselves over a relatively short period of time and that do not diminish over…
 

The Oldest Green Home in America

Identifying the oldest green home in America is not as simple a process as you might imagine. This is largely due to the fact that the definition of a “green home” varies greatly, and many homes boast some sort of green designed features in one way or another. Finding an…
 

Fixed Rate Electricity vs. Variable Rate Electricity: Which is Better?

April 23, 2015
There are many important questions that you should ask a prospective electricity provider before signing a contract. One of the most important of these questions is whether you will be charged at a fixed rate or a variable rate. Fixed rates and variable rates are two different methods by which…
 

How Safe is Ohio’s Power Grid?

The power grid is where we get all of our electricity and is an incredibly important part of the way our society functions today. But just how safe is Ohio’s power grid, and how can it be improved? Given regular accidents and disturbances of electricity access, as well as outdated…
 

10 Tips for Saving Energy in Spring

April 16, 2015
Spring is upon us! With the changing seasons come different energy needs in our homes, as well as different strategies for saving energy. Below, we have gathered some useful energy saving tips that are especially helpful during the spring. Open windows to create a cross-breeze that will naturally cool your…
 

Why You Should Shop For a New Energy Provider

Choosing an energy provider is an incredibly important choice. Ohioans have had the option to choose between energy providers for a few decades now. According to Energy Choice Ohio, energy choice allows an energy consumer to shop for alternative rates on your electricity or natural gas. You can choose from…
 

What is National Geographic’s Great Energy Challenge?

April 9, 2015
The Great Energy Challenge is an ambitious project designed to educate the world about the current state of energy. This project is made possible by a partnership between National Geographic and Shell. It is a project with many aspirations, including providing a space where influential citizens and energy stakeholders can…
 

Energy Efficiency Tax Credits

April 8, 2015
Energy efficiency tax credits are a great way to take advantage of good energy habits to save money on your tax return. In addition to saving money all year round by investing in green appliances, you can also make tax season a little easier on yourself. The largest benefit of…
 

What to Ask Your Energy Provider

April 2, 2015
As an energy consumer, you need to know what questions to ask your electric provider in order to get the best service and save money at the same time. For people in Ohio, the chief concern for a prospective energy provider is whether or not they are certified by the…
 

Utility Tips for Small Business Owners

Utility tips are generally designed to help the common consumer. However, businesses have their own specific needs that must be accounted for. To that end, we have gathered some utility tips specifically designed for small businesses that we will discuss below. Pay attention to your electric bills It is essential…