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Winter Energy Use: Questions and Answers

Residential

We all know energy is required to heat our homes, and during extreme weather, that need increases. But there are many questions about the impacts of seasonality on energy usage to be asked. We have answers. Q:          Does my energy usage go up in the winter? A:           Despite the fact it takes energy to stay …

Have Yourself a Merry Little Energy-Efficient Holiday Season!

Residential

Tis the season for decking the halls with strands of twinkling lights and making merry with an abundance of sparkling decorations and fun activities. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, holiday lights consume 6.6 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity each year. That’s enough energy to power 14 million refrigerators! Don’t let the magic of the …

Understanding Energy-Efficient Appliances and Products

Residential

The holiday season has arrived and that means many of us will be spending a lot of time and energy in the kitchen. Perhaps you’ve considered investing in energy-efficient appliances but wonder if they’re worth the cost to upgrade. We can help. How much money and energy can I really save? You may be wondering …

Beware of Vampire Loads

Residential

Don’t let your energy spend haunt you this year! Your home’s energy efficiency can be hindered by unchecked energy vampire loads. An energy vampire is a device that continues to use energy and drain power when it is turned off or in standby mode. During idle times, small bits of energy are being used to keep them …

Halloween Safety

Residential

Halloween can be a spooktacular good time, but it can also be scary if you’re not practicing safety. Sadly, amidst the candy and fun of parties and trick-or-treating, Halloween is one of the most dangerous days of the year for children. On average, there are over two times as many child pedestrian deaths compared to …

Energy Efficient HVAC Tips

Residential

We use a significant amount of energy staying comfortable indoors. In fact, approximately 43 percent of the average energy bill is attributed to heating and cooling. To reduce your energy and cash spend, it’s important to run and maintain your heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC) efficiently. Here are six tips to help you achieve HVAC …

Prepare for Cold Weather with Warm Natural Gas Fixed Rates

Residential

While we are still enjoying the warm temperatures and sunshine, it may not seem like the right time to think about keeping your home warm during the winter. However, preparing in the fall could help you avoid seasonal price increases on your energy bill that can come with colder temperatures. If you live in Ohio, …

Green Tips for Eco-Friendly Moving

Residential

Did you know an average of 40 million Americans move each year? That adds up to a lot of spent energy, money and packing materials. We have some tips on how you can stay green, even when you move. Allow yourself plenty of time to pack Moving requires a lot of packing supplies and sometimes …

What is Electrification?

Residential

You’ve probably heard the term “electrification”. But what does it really mean? Electrification is the process of using electricity to provide services that were previously met by other energy sources, such as fossil fuels. It’s also a way to decarbonize energy consumption in transportation, buildings and industry. Some common examples are electric vehicles and HVAC systems such …