The Efficiency Zone
How Do You Reduce the Amount of Energy Used by Your Televisions?
December 30, 2010 3:22 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsOn Monday, John told you about some changes to television labeling that will help you compare the energy use of different models when you're shopping. Many households have more than one television, and many of those televisions are always on! Unless you're paying attention, that could add...
This Month on Energy Savers: December 2010
December 28, 2010 12:22 pm | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsWe've been busy all through the holiday season on EnergySavers.gov and the Energy Savers Blog. Here are some highlights.
New TV Guide - EnergyGuide, That Is
December 27, 2010 3:22 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsIsn't this a great time for consumers who are interested in purchasing a new television set?
What Do You Think of Your LED Holiday Lights?
December 23, 2010 3:21 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsThis year, we've been encouraging people to switch to LED light strings for their holiday decorations. With the many options for shapes, colors, and sizes, people are discovering that they like or dislike various aspects of the lights.
Lighting Science Group Sponsors U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathalon
December 21, 2010 9:19 am | News | CommentsCutting-edge solar houses would not be complete without state-of-the-art LED lighting, so Lighting Science Group (OTCBB: LSCG) has become a proud sponsor of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Solar Decathlon 2011. The Solar Decathlon is an award-winning program...
LPRS transducers used in Energy Saving Lighting Solutions
December 21, 2010 9:14 am | Product Releases | CommentsLPRS has established itself as a major supplier of transducers used in energy saving lighting systems manufactured by Ex-Or Ltd. Ex-Or manufactures lighting controls for all applications including, presence detection, lighting management systems, architectural dimming and scene setting...
Remember the Batteries – and Maybe a Charger?
December 21, 2010 8:20 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsHappy holidays, everyone!
Garden State Outdoor Contracts With Daktronics to Install Digital LED Billboard at Atlantic City
December 20, 2010 10:58 am | News | CommentsDaktronics Inc. recently contracted with Garden State Outdoor to install a high-contrast digital billboard at the end of the Atlantic City Expressway. Well suited for its prime-time location, the new 12 mm LED billboard advertises exclusively for Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. Casino and Hotel locations in Atlantic City...
Tax Credits, Appliance Rebates, and the End of 2010
December 20, 2010 2:22 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsConfused about the tax credits and appliance rebates? Worried you'll run out of time for both? Here's the straight story on what is going on and when:Federal Tax Credits – download the fact sheetThese tax credits are intended to help homeowners install energy-efficient equipment....
How Do You Reduce Energy Use from Computers and Electronics?
December 16, 2010 3:21 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsOn Monday, John discussed some ways to reduce the energy used by computers and electronics. Some tips include ensuring your computer is configured for optimal energy savings, turning off devices that aren't in use, and using "smart" power strips.
Deck Those Halls!
December 14, 2010 12:22 pm | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsIt's mid-December, so odds are good you've already decorated your home for the holidays. If so, you're ahead of me; it took us about three days to get the lights on the tree and we still have items to put up at home, not to mention lots of Christmas cards to send out.
''The Switch'' Podcast - LED Backlighting
December 13, 2010 11:24 am | Podcasts | CommentsListen to or download Sharp's new Podcast, "The Switch." Episode One features LCD Marketing Manager Dave Hagan, who shares thoughts about the trend toward LED backlighting and what it means for designers, as well as Sharp’s commitment to a future “all-LED” display product line. Right-click to download the podcast
Psst. Confess. Are YOU Guilty?
December 13, 2010 3:21 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsThe average home in 1980 had only three electronic devices. That was 30 years ago. Since then, the electronics industry has grown into a major powerhouse industry. Do you have any idea of how many small devices you have plugged into sockets around the house? It seems that we all are...
Smart Grid Drives Smart Appliance Development
December 10, 2010 8:11 am | by Elizabeth Cruz, Appliance Analyst at IMS Research (www.imsresearch.com) | Blogs | CommentsWith the ongoing development of the Smart Grid, there has been a lot of buzz surrounding smart appliances; devices that can modify their operation following signals from an electricity company.
What Energy-Saving Gifts Are You Giving this Year?
December 9, 2010 9:22 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | Comments'Tis the season for giving gifts, and there are lots of options for items that could help your loved one save energy. Consumer Reports had a few ideas for the energy geek in your life, and even if you aren't looking specifically for an energy-related gadget, efficiency might still be on...
Offline Switcher IC Cuts No-load Power Waste to 0.00 W
December 8, 2010 5:55 am | Power Integrations | Product Releases | CommentsPower Integrations today introduced the newest member of its “Zero” product portfolio, LinkZero-LP. This highly integrated offline switcher IC automatically enters an innovative zero-input-power mode when the load is disconnected, cutting no-load power consumption to 0.00 watts.
Country-Fried Biofuels
December 7, 2010 11:21 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsEvery Thanksgiving, we hear stories about an imprudent cook deep frying a turkey inside, resulting in fiery disaster. But a more humdrum risk of deep-frying is improperly disposing of the grease. Pouring it down the drain, which can clog municipal pipes and pollute local waterways, is...
Live Chat with the EERE Information Center
December 6, 2010 4:21 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsIf you're an Energy Savers blog reader, hopefully you're also taking the opportunity to comment on the posts you read. Not only do the Energy Savers bloggers love to hear your feedback and answer your questions, commenting on the posts gives you a great opportunity to interact online with...
What Improvements Have You Made for an Energy Efficiency Tax Credit?
December 2, 2010 3:22 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsOn Tuesday when Andrea highlighted the November happenings on Energy Savers, she mentioned that the federal energy efficiency tax credits are set to expire at the end of this year.
This Month on Energy Savers: November 2010
November 30, 2010 9:22 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsThere's always something interesting happening on EnergySavers.gov and the Energy Savers Blog. Here are some highlights.
Are You Keeping Up with the Joneses?
November 29, 2010 2:26 pm | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsPlease, before you get irate and start bombarding me with comments protesting my encouraging you to consume more, read on past the blog's title to the content. I'm not encouraging wasteful collecting of more "stuff." Far from it.
How to Save Energy in Your Kitchen over the Holidays
November 23, 2010 11:24 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsFor many of us, celebrating the holidays means food – hot, delicious, home-cooked food. And that means using those kitchen appliances! We've posted some energy-saving ideas in the past including winter and summer. Here are some quick tips to help you save energy in your kitchen this...
LED Holiday Lights: Festive, Safe, and Efficient!
November 23, 2010 4:21 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsThis week brings a day that many people look forward to all year - and I'm not talking about Thanksgiving, or Black Friday.
Thankful
November 22, 2010 8:25 am | by Energy Savers Blog | Blogs | CommentsThis past weekend, my wife’s family came to town to help us celebrate Thanksgiving a little early. It gave me a chance to reflect on the things for which I’m grateful, and there are lots of them.I believe most of us give thanks for our families, our friends, and those things -...
Lighting Science Group Lights up Historic LA Church with LED Bulbs
November 18, 2010 6:55 am | Product Releases | CommentsWith the installation of long-lasting LED lighting, Lighting Science Group has transformed the dimly-lit historic sanctuary of the First Congregational Church of Los Angeles into a magnificently illuminated and ultra-efficient space.
