My computer stays on through the week, only getting shut off on the weekend.  My answering machine and TV stay plugged in, their little red lights glowing in the night.  I do turn off the treadmill between uses and the DVD player too. My energy habits are probably similar to many Americans.  If you’re wondering [...]

If you are wondering which Department of Energy (DOE) rebates are available in your state, just check out this interactive map.  There is also a simple table listing the individual states along with the total rebate dollars available, websites and phone numbers. DOE has approved the appliance rebate programs for the states and territories linked [...]

The federal appliance rebates are finally here, but if you want yours, you’d better act fast. According to the Wall Street Journal,  in Florida  the $17.6 million allocated for the program lasted a day and half, as more than 72,000 claims were filed. In Illinois, the second half of its $12.4 million, made available on [...]

1. Detergent Overuse As highlighted in a recent Wall Street Journal article, Americans continue to overuse laundry detergent. Detergent overuse not only shortens of the life of clothing, it can damage or even ruin a perfectly fine washing machine. High levels of detergent can get trapped in fabric, making clothing appear dingy and faded. Inside [...]