U.S. forces find energy efficiency saves lives

Special to E&E PARIS — At the height of the violence in Iraq, ... powering air conditioners in Iraq’s smoldering heat by spraying insulating foam on tents and barracks ... to Army Gen. Tommy Franks at the U.S. Central Command and chief of the power task force at the Fort [more...]

Date: 2008-12-18 14:40:47

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Save On Utilities; Opt For Energy-Efficient Appliances

You may be wondering where all the figures in your electricity bill go when you’ve done everything to keep your consumption to a minimum ... conditioners, look for high EER ratings on room-type units, and a 12 or higher SEER rating for central ... . You unplug your microwave and TV as soon as you turn it off, and you keep the thermostat or air [more...]

Date: 2008-07-05 00:33:04

How to Save on Cooling Costs

Here are some Consumer Reports tips via Yahoo on how to save on cooling costs this summer. Their list: Use fans more ... an air conditioner in a shady spot could increase its efficiency by up to 10 percent. For people who have central air conditioning, annual energy bills can be cut by about 10 percent by using [more...]

Date: 2008-06-13 16:54:42

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