Verde Team – Page 5 – Verde Energy

December 3, 2019
Energy Saving Tips

Why is it Better to Use LED Lights?

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...

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November 11, 2019
Energy Saving Tips

What Are the Effects of Green Energy Over Time?

When we think of energy production today, green energy comes to mind no matter what your thoughts are on the climate crisis. The momentum behind renewables is so widespread some energy industry experts, including BP, anticipate renewables will be the primary energy source by 2040. Proponents of clean, green...

October 8, 2019
Energy Saving Tips

Prepping Your House to Prevent Heat Escape in the Winter

There’s nothing worse in the dead of winter than pumping hot air into your home only for it to still feel chilly inside. It’s uncomfortable at that moment, and it’s even more uncomfortable when you get the utility bill. From the roof to the foundation, homes have a lot...

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September 9, 2019
Energy Saving Tips

How Green Energy is Generated

Exploration into green energy production is at an all-time high. For some people motivation is saving money. For others, it’s about saving the planet. With news from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that July 2019 was the hottest month ever recorded (but that record will likely soon...

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August 5, 2019
Energy Saving Tips

6 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint This Summer

Cookouts, camping, stargazing – despite the heat many of summer’s most popular activities take place outdoors. All the outdoor activity is a stark reminder that the climate is changing and we have to do what we can to preserve our earth so future generations can have their own summer...

July 5, 2019
Energy Saving Tips

Understanding Your Electric Bill This Summer

Is your electric bill a bit of a mystery? Has it been a while since you saw an electric after going paperless? Are you concerned about higher bills during the summer? Electric bills are very useful tools for people who live in deregulated areas if you’re ready to switch...

June 7, 2019
Energy Saving Tips

Energy Efficiency Explained

Energy efficiency is one of those buzzwords you hear everywhere, but are you sure you know what it means? And what if it doesn’t refer to a certain thing in particular? Or if it’s up for interpretation? Let’s explore the concept of energy efficiency and what it really means....

May 6, 2019
Energy Saving Tips

Using a Home Energy Audit to Improve Efficiency

What if you could know exactly where you’re wasting energy and which improvements would boost energy efficiency the most? Well, that’s exactly what a home energy audit can do. Getting an energy audit is good for your home, your wallet, and the environment. It doesn’t take much time...

April 4, 2019
Energy Saving Tips

How to Know What’s Recyclable

The U.S. hasn’t always been that great at recycling, but we’re getting better. During WWII Americans were very conscious about waste and about 25% of it was reused or recycled. But things went the wayside soon after. During the 1960s recycling was at its lowest point at just 7.7%....

March 7, 2019
Energy Saving Tips

Green Products for Your Spring Cleaning

Spring is on its way, which means cleaning is around the corner. These days it’s reasonable for people to question the safety of cleaning products. Some of the products that are made to clean the home actually lower air quality and dirty up the environment – two things that...