As the fall season approaches, it becomes painfully clear that the lazy days floating in the pool are limited. Or are they? A pool heater can turn your swimming pool into a year-round source of aquatic entertainment instead of a winter eyesore that requires extra maintenance with no benefit. If you’ve decided to invest in a pool heater, the real question is which type of pool heater you’re going to…
Are you considering a community solar program? Wondering what a community solar program is? What is Community Solar? Community solar is a communal solar power plant that generates electricity for multiple properties. Roofless solar, solar gardens, and shared solar are all terms used to describe community solar. The US Department of Energy describes community solar as any photovoltaic system program that supports several consumers, such as residents, businesses, institutions, as well as other…
How Many Watts Does a TV Use When It’s Off? Now that people are staying home during the pandemic, some devices and appliances are getting used a lot more than normal. The stats from streaming services confirm TVs are getting a lot of use as people hunker down at home instead of going out. As you sit in front of the television, you may be wondering how much the endless…
The Big Demand for Small Business Green Electricity Plans For some time there’s been a lot of talk about big corporations going green and becoming carbon neutral. But what about the 30.2 million small businesses in America? Many small business owners are interested in offsetting their impact as much as possible too, and the interest is growing. Back in 2012, an Office Depot survey found that 61% of small businesses…
Green energy from renewable resources is more abundant and reliable than ever. But should you switch to renewable energy? Is it even possible to switch from standard electricity service to green energy? For many Americans, powering a home or business with green energy is possible. Here’s what you need to know to make the switch to a renewable energy plan. Learn About Renewable Energy Generation Before signing up for a…
Even during times of crisis, energy has to keep on flowing to hospitals, businesses, and homes across the country. Verde Energy is bringing normalcy to this unique time with energy that keeps you connected, informed and entertained. Host a Netflix movie streaming party, Facetime with your grandma, catch up on house chores and then relax while you watch the local news on TV. The energy that you count on…
As more research pours in about the state of climate change, people across the country are looking for any and all ways to conserve energy in an effort to protect the environment. We take care to turn the lights out when we leave the room, take shorter showers and invest in smart home devices that automatically save energy. But there’s one thing you may have missed. Your utility bill can…
Setting up utilities is one of many things on the moving to-do list, but it’s a big one. If you don’t have electricity on the day you move in it can cut unpacking short and make the first night pretty uncomfortable. The good news is, switching electric providers is easy (for the most part), and you may not even have to switch if you’re making an in-town move. That said,…
Blizzards, Nor’ esters, ice storms – in many regions any of these could be a possibility. Are you prepared? Preparing before a winter storm is an absolute must. If you aren’t prepared it can turn into a dangerous situation very quickly. There’s a higher risk for car accidents, getting stranded on the side of the road and extreme temperatures that can cause injuries like frostbite or even death. If you…
Lighting makes up a bigger chunk of the electric bill than many people realize. The Energy Information Administration (EIA) estimates that lighting accounts for 5-7% of energy use in the average American household. It’s one of the top four energy uses behind space heating, cooling and water heating. For those who want to reduce energy use at home and their eco-footprint, LED lighting provides a great opportunity. Light emitting diodes,…
