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Proper Recycling and Disposal of CFLs
May 1, 2008 | Updated: October 22, 2012
Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) use about one-third as much energy as incandescent bulbs—which means lower energy bills—and they last about ten times longer. This pamphlet provides information on various CFL recycling options and proper disposal of broken CFLs.
Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: RES-P-7-ESCD | Author: Alexandra Behringer
No- and Low-Cost Energy-Efficiency Tips for Renters
November 12, 2009
If you are a renter, you may be interested in these simple, low- and no-cost energy efficiency improvements that could save you money on your energy bill. You don’t have to spend a lot of money on upgrades or equipment for a residence you do not own.
Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: RES-P-10-ESCD | Author: Alexandra Behringer
New Technologies for Improving Energy Efficiency at Home
September 29, 2009
Some of the more promising approaches to saving energy and money involve high-performance technologies for space heating, air conditioning, and water heating. Together, these loads account for more than half of an average home’s energy bill.
Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: RES-P-9-ESCD | Author: John Sustar and Kristin Kamm
Protecting Your Home from Power Surges and Interruptions
September 29, 2009
Although you may be unfamiliar with the term “power quality” (PQ), you are likely to be aware of the consequences of PQ problems. Losing computer data to a blackout or experiencing damage to a stereo system caused by a lightning strike are just two examples of how these problems can become ...
Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: RES-P-13-ESCD | Author: Tertia Speiser
Don't Trash That Bulb
Proper Recycling and Disposal of CFLs
September 29, 2009
Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) use about one-third as much energy as incandescent bulbs—which means lower energy bills—and they last about 10 times longer. This pamphlet provides information on various CFL recycling options and proper disposal of broken CFLs.
Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: RES-P-15-ESCD | Author: Alexandra Behringer
Debunking Home Energy Myths
September 29, 2009
Energy costs are on the rise and everybody wants to save. Problem is, there’s a lot of confusion out there about what can and cannot be done to cut energy use. Here’s a list of the leading misconceptions and the facts to set you on the right path.
Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: RES-P-16-ESCD | Author: Ira Krepchin
Home Energy-Use Displays
Monitoring Your Real-Time Electricity Costs
September 29, 2009
Energy-use displays (EUDs) are devices that are linked to your electricity meter and feature a small, portable display that tells you how much electricity your household is consuming, as it is being consumed. EUDs can help you understand how household activities affect your energy bill.
Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: RES-P-17-ESCD | Author: Alexandra Behringer
New Technologies for Improving Energy Efficiency at Home
June 1, 2007
Faced with high energy costs, homeowners are looking for ways to save. Some of the more promising approaches involve energy-efficient and high-performance technologies just emerging into the marketplace. Many of these technologies are used for space heating, air conditioning, and water heating, which ...
Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: RES-P-4-ESCD | Author: John Sustar and Kristin Kamm
Debunking Home Energy Myths
October 1, 2006
Energy costs are on the rise and everybody wants to save. Problem is, there's a lot of confusion out there about what can and cannot be done to cut energy use. Here's a list of the leading misconceptions and the facts to set you on the right path. RES-P-3; October 2006; 4 pages
Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: RES-P-3 | Author: Ira Krepchin
Big TVs, Big Energy Bills
April 1, 2006
When you buy a new TV, you probably consider things such as picture quality, screen size, reliability, and whether or not a product is capable of providing high-definition service. You probably don't think about how much energy that TV is going to use. Yet when you bring your set home and get your ...
Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: RES-P-2 | Author: Ira Krepchin
Power Quality for Residential Customers
May 1, 2003
Although you may be unfamiliar with the term power quality (PQ), you are likely to be aware of the consequences of PQ problems. Losing computer data to a blackout or experiencing damage to a stereo system caused by a lightning strike are just two examples of how these problems can become an unwelcome ...
Content type: ESCD Pamphlet, Research | Document ID: RES-P-1 | Author: Tertia Speiser
