By Kim Carr, Posted on Aug 22, 2019 10:31 am
Learn how to save money, energy and reduce your carbon footprint. And share your ideas with us by using the hashtag #SLOlution Join us at the SLO Library on Thursday, 8/22 at 5:30pm for our panel discussion and at the farmer’s market til 9:30pm on Morro Street to meet vendors and answer your questions. (Read […]
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By Kim Carr, Posted on Aug 22, 2019 10:30 am
80°F in the winter feels great until you pay the power bill. The following tips will help you live comfortably & save money by optimizing your heating & cooling. Adjust temperature to save energy For every 2 degrees of adjustment you save 500 lbs of emissions a year and a realize a considerable savings on […]
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By Kim Carr, Posted on Aug 22, 2019 10:30 am
By using these 2 simple ideas not only do you save energy and money, but your clothes will also last longer. Wash laundry in cold or warm water If in doubt what temperature to use to wash your clothes, always go for cold water first. Liquid detergents today are designed to work well in cold […]
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By Kim Carr, Posted on Aug 22, 2019 10:30 am
Below is a list of current financial resources we know about. Policies and incentives are the tools frequently used to affect change. If you can help us keep this updated, we would REALLY appreciate it! Home owners are eligible for these programs This program provides low cost retrofits and education. (Single and multi-family homes) (Owner […]
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By Kim Carr, Posted on Aug 22, 2019 10:30 am
We hope these inspiring films will motivate and inspire you to act on finding solutions to the “The essential problem…” Think positive thru this immense challenge. We need your choices to be big and bold. 12 years to avoid catastrophe. That’s the United Nation’s prediction. See big solutions from around the world to change the […]
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By Kim Carr, Posted on Aug 22, 2019 10:30 am
You would be stunned how much energy you can save by following these tips! Cut phantom energy use. By unplugging devices and chargers that are not being used–power strips can allow you to shut off many devices at once Devices use energy when plugged into the wall even, if they’re turned off. Plug several devices […]
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By Kim Carr, Posted on Aug 22, 2019 10:30 am
Here’s 5 important water heater maintenance tips: 1. Lower your thermostat to 120 degrees. Some manufacturers set their heaters at 140 degrees. This could result in accelerated aging of your water heater when minerals are present in your water. However in spite of this and potential scalding some may chose this higher temperature to […]
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By Kim Carr, Posted on Aug 22, 2019 10:30 am
This article explains what Community Choice Aggregation is and provides you answers to frequently asked questions about enrollment in green power. Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) also known as Community Choice Energy (CCE) is an alternative to the investor owned utility energy supply system in which local entities in the United States aggregate the buying power […]
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By Kim Carr, Posted on Aug 22, 2019 10:30 am
We hope these inspiring films will motivate and inspire you to act because “We are the last generation who can…” FUN FACT: Planet earth is 4.5 billion years old. Mankind about 140,000 years old. Let’s put this in perspective. Time is of the essence. Never doubt how much your voice matters. This 16 year old […]
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By Kim Carr, Posted on Aug 22, 2019 10:30 am
Induction Cooktop Learn how induction cook-tops work and their benefits. Once you try it, we think you’ll love it! There are many benefits to using induction stoves, besides increased energy efficiency. Exceptional control. – Unlike electric stoves of the past, induction produces heat directly into the pan, leading to unparalleled precision, control, and response that […]
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