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Brian E. Tully Named Executive Director of Solar Energy Trade Shows, LLC

My Efficient Planet — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:04:01 +0000

Brian E. Tully Named Executive Director of Solar Energy Trade Shows, LLC
The Board of Managers of Solar Energy Trade Shows, LLC today announced that Brian E. Tully will serve as executive director. SETS is a new joint venture formed by the Solar Electric Power Association and the Solar Energy Industries Association last October to produce trade shows that help advance the growing solar energy industry.

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Rinnai R94LSi Tankless Water Heater LP Propane gas

My Efficient Planet — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:04:00 +0000

Lets you enjoy continuous hot water for up to five plumbing and appliance outlets simultaneously
With a capacity of up to 9.4 gallons of hot water per minute (GPM)
The R94LSi still delivers up to 40% energy savings and significant space savings.
This compact, interior-mount unit vents directly to the outside with a concentric venting system.
Indoor Installation, LP Gas

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Qualifies For Federal Tax Credit
ENERGY STAR qualified
Sleek, modern design
Commercial-grade heat exchanger
Lightweight and compact
Integrated condensate collector
EZConnectTM (connects two units together)
Meets California and Texas NOx emission standards
Works with propane
Energy Factor of .82
Integrated MC-91-1 digital controller with error code indicator
Temperature range with controllers: 98° 185° F
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What is the difference in terms of energy savings between a 14 seer AC unit and a 15 seer?

My Efficient Planet — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:03:58 +0000

I Didn’t Know That! Money-saving Energy Ideas-For Your Apartment

My Efficient Planet — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:03:56 +0000

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How does water energy relate to rock bed thickness?

My Efficient Planet — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:03:55 +0000

I dont understand how having high or low energy water results in different thickness’ of rock beds.

Recovering heat from drain water saves money.: An article from: SaskBusiness

My Efficient Planet — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:03:44 +0000

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Tax credits for ?energy efficient? houses

My Efficient Planet — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:03:42 +0000

Under the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act, Congress has included some important tax items that could be put into use by owners and developers of investment real estate. The bailout law has come up with generous tax credits for properties that qualify under the federal government’s definitions of “energy efficient” houses.

For the next eight years, the bill has extended a 30 percent federal tax credit for anyone who builds or renovates properties using “alternative energy” features like solar panel applications. The bill has also removed the previous $2,000 tax credit cap for residential solar electric installations.

Apart from solar installations, investors can also consider what the Congress calls “small wind power” instillations” into existing or new commercial constructions and residential properties. They qualify for a 30% tax credit, up to $4000, for wind turbines with capacities of 100 kilowatts or less.

The bill has also included federal tax credit for fuel cells and micro turbines. The fuel tax credit limit is tripled, to $1000 for each half kilowatt of capacity. The law also allows a 10% tax credit for certain combined heat and power systems.

The law has extended the energy efficient tax credit to both commercial and residential real estate through 2013. The government’s definition of “energy efficient” houses takes into consideration everything from green building materials, lighting, heating, air conditioning and household appliances.

In addition to all that, you also get up to$7,500 tax credit when you drive around in hybrid vehicles! With the introduction of such beneficial tax credits, the law has made a move in motivating public to shit to a more eco-friendly and fuel-efficient lifestyle. This measure is sure to interest investors, who, by adopting energy efficient techniques will not only receive tax benefits but contribute in improving the condition of the environment for good.

Ron Knight is an expert on mortgage planning and homeownership who works as a freelance writer for Illinois Home Builder, Remington Homes. He writes interesting and informative articles that help home buyers make smart financial decisions while making a very important decision in their life ? investing in a new home.

Waste, Water, Energy, Food Production Monitoring at the Block Scale

My Efficient Planet — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:03:42 +0000

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Does Daylight Saving Time save energy?

My Efficient Planet — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:03:42 +0000

Does Daylight Saving Time save energy?
Daylight Saving Time kicks back in this weekend. We “spring ahead” on Sunday, losing an hour of sleep that we’ll retrieve when we “fall back” in November. Back in 2005, lawmakers extended daylight saving time by four weeks in an effort to conserve energy. It officially started in 2007. But there are arguments each way as to whether it works. KSBY News Reporter Monica Quintero will have a closer …

Does taking cold showers save energy and money?

My Efficient Planet — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:03:32 +0000

My family’s on a tight budget, and I’m trying 2 save money in anyway possible, and I usually take about 15 min. showers, and i was wondering if taking cold showers helps save energy and money.