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- The Energy Efficient Home is the Home of the Future - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2010 from Dawood MirzaDuring the past few years, much clamor has been brought forward on how existing natural resources have slowly dwindled down to alarming levels. Coupled with an increasing awareness on how current energy resources created a negative impact on the environment, more and more governments around the ...
Views: 897(1 vote) - 10 Simple Ways to Save Money on Your Energy Bills - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2012 from Dawood MirzaTexas residents probably still remember vividly how the state underwent a rash of Texas electricity emergencies after the extremely hot summer heat forced consumers to use more electricity, threatened grid reserve levels, sparked increases in electricity rates, and put the state on a brink of ...
Views: 661 - 4 Best things you must know before opting for electricity provider in Texas - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Dawood MirzaWhile shopping for electricity services, you need to understand the choices available in order to find the best electricity provider in Texas. However, with many suppliers offering varied plans to woo customers, it often becomes a daunting task to select the right one. So, here are some aspects ...
Views: 780 - 5 Simple Ways to Save on Energy - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from Dawood MirzaPeople have always been shocked to hear about single or even double digit increases in their electricity rates. Even though residents in the state have enjoyed tremendous flexibility from the energy deregulated Texas electricity industry which gave them the power to choose their retail Texas ...
Views: 971 - Are smart meters really smart? - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from Dawood MirzaRecently, Texas electric companies in Central Texas conducted side-by-side tests to confirm the accuracy of smart meters. These tests show that smart meters are indeed accurate compared to traditional analog meters, giving consumers more reliable information about their Texas electricity ...
Views: 648 - Avoiding a Texas Electricity Crisis: Doing Your Share - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Dawood MirzaThe recent Texas electricity emergencies are significant warnings to all residents – that everyone should do their part in conserving electricity. Unless a really abundant source of cheap electricity is made available to everyone, people must not be complacent in their efforts in conserving ...
Views: 663 - Despite deregulation how practical is switching electricity companies? - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Dawood MirzaThough Texas energy deregulation has strengthened the consumers’ position by making them knowledgeable and arming them with the power to choose their Texas Electric supplier, many consumers are wary of making the switch. Most of these people often ask how practical it is to switch their supplier ...
Views: 779 - Electric Car Adoption and Texas Electricity - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from Dawood MirzaThe old Texan stereotypes of cowboy hats and gas guzzler trucks are slowly fading away with the growing awareness for renewable sources and clean Texas electricity. With Texas residents having the power to choose their energy options, the state is fast becoming a viable market for electric cars ...
Views: 973 - Energy Conservation: Doing Your Part in This Crusade - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from Dawood MirzaThe latest addition to the “Karate Kid” series of movies included martial-arts action star Jackie Chan, who played the kung-fu master Mr. Han, and Jaden Smith who played 12-year old Dre Parker as the latest martial-arts kid who played the lead role. During one of their earliest scenes, Mr. Han ...
Views: 1035 - Energy Efficiency Programs: What You Can Apply Now - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Dawood MirzaIn light of the current economic conditions that the country is facing right now, several programs have been placed in the priority list that will address some of the most critical issues faced by Americans right now. One such issue is on the use and consumption of electricity, wherein a ...
Views: 688 - Energy Efficient Home: Simple Ways to Save on Electricity - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Dawood MirzaEvery Texas homeowner would, in one way or another, want to save on their Texas electricity bills. Many are using technology to their advantage in making various household chores easier to manage and perform as well as make living conditions as comfortable as possible. However, these high tech ...
Views: 752 - Energy Efficient Lighting: Compact Fluorescent Bulbs - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Dawood MirzaPeople who are familiar with the term “energy efficient lighting” will immediately think of compact fluorescent bulbs or CFLs whenever they hear the term. CFLs are better options than standard incandescent bulbs as you can lower your Texas electricity bills and also help protect the environment. ...
Views: 757 - Five Questions to Ask When You Shop for Electricity Rates - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Dawood MirzaDuring the last decade, there have been several changes and evolutions in the electricity industry following both State and Federal initiatives. One of the most radical and controversial among these changes involved the restructuring of the power market into something more competitive and ...
Views: 946 - Higher Energy Prices sought by PUC to Protect against Blackouts - by Submitted on May 30, 2012 from Dawood MirzaTexas electricity consumers should prepare to pay higher energy prices from this summer if a new policy under consideration is passed. What the PUC proposes Plagued by frequent blackouts and energy shortages in the past, especially during the months of summer, Public Utility Commission ...
Views: 754 - Home energy use audit – some questions to ask - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from Dawood MirzaDid you know that of all homes constructed prior to 1980, just 20% are well insulated? To bring down your energy costs, it becomes crucial to seal doors and windows, add insulation, and take other necessary steps. With the energy scenario in Texas becoming a talking point among administrators ...
Views: 1327 - How to Have an Energy-Efficient Home - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2010 from Dawood MirzaGoing green is the “in” thing nowadays and this does not only applies to cars or certain materials people use everyday but also to how a particular home use energy efficiently and how it reduces its carbon footprint. However, people should realize that going green is not a fad that would die out ...
Views: 893 - Is this a good time to switch electricity providers? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Dawood MirzaIn energy deregulated market such as that in Texas, switching providers can give you the best electricity rates that will keep your monthly bills low. Not only will you have the potential to get cheap electricity rates when you take advantage of your electricity choices, you can even get lots of ...
Views: 603 - New Transmission to Support Renewable Energy - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Dawood MirzaThe Texas panhandle is a huge source for Texas renewable energy, particularly wind and solar power, and could generate several megawatts of additional clean Texas electricity that would supply the needs of the state. However, without the proper transmission lines and required infrastructure that ...
Views: 612 - Outages, Harmful Emissions and the Latest Texas City Emergency - by Submitted on May 18, 2011 from Dawood MirzaIn the latest Texas City emergency that had officials scrambling emergency shelter orders, cancelling school and advising people to stay indoors, the 50,000 plus residents can’t but help reminisce that tragic day in 2005 when the BP refinery caught fire and exploding, killing 15 workers and ...
Views: 607 - Power shortage in Texas predicted for the next 10 years - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2012 from Dawood MirzaAccording to a new report commissioned by the ERCOT (Electric Reliability Council of Texas), the state of Texas is likely to face power shortages for the next 10 years. Unless new power plants are set up to meet the growing demands, and improved economic incentives are offered to guarantee power ...
Views: 1579 - Reducing Your Environmental Footprint by Using Green Energy Sources - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Dawood MirzaStudies have shown that businesses and other establishments in the state operating within a single 20-storey building can consume up to 4 million kilowatts of Texas electricity per year. Aside from this considerable amount of consumption for energy, its use would also result in over 4000 tons of ...
Views: 1009 - Renewable Energy Integration in Texas Electric Grid Modernization Projects - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from Dawood MirzaRecently, the announcement of federal projects involving the creation of new electric transmission lines brought new hope for residents of affected states, all eagerly anticipating the creation of new jobs plus an increase in their electrical grid capacity. Not only that, the project also ...
Views: 828 - Texas Clean Energy: What It Means for You - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Dawood MirzaWhen people hear the terms “green energy” or “clean energy”, what may come into mind would be pictures of large arrays of mirrors laid out on a desert or rows upon rows of gigantic windmills sprawled across hills and open fields. Some people might think these installations as obtrusive in the ...
Views: 650 - The Future of Nuclear Energy Projects in Texas - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Dawood MirzaNuclear energy has contributed a significant part in the country’s power generation capacity and has received affirmed commitments and support from the Obama administration. Many see nuclear power as a clean and sustainable source of electricity, which is in line with America’s energy policy ...
Views: 624 - The Latest Trends in Texas Wind Energy - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Dawood MirzaIn 2010, the wind energy industry in the United States built an additional 5,115 megawatts (MW) capacity and entered the New Year with another 5,600 MW capacity ongoing construction. As wind energy becomes more cost-competitive and will eventually be comparable with natural gas, the prospect for ...
Views: 894 - Using Smart Meters to track your electricity usage - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from Dawood MirzaThough smart meters have been getting a lot of media attention recently, only a handful of customers belonging to the deregulated regions of Texas actually use them. However, before going into the details of how these devices can help consumers of Texas electricity, let’s take a look at what ...
Views: 728 - What are TDSP charges in Texas? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Dawood MirzaIf you go through the electricity quotes given by different companies in detail, you will often notice a charge in addition to the energy rate. Interestingly, this charge is not included in the energy rate but is included in the total cost. While it may seem to you that the service provider is ...
Views: 3736 - What Will a Hot Summer Mean for Electricity Companies and Consumers in Texas? - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2012 from Dawood Mirza2011 was a tumultuous year for Texas electricity companies and consumers as the state was brought to the brink of continuous blackouts during two extreme periods of hot and cold. A deep freeze experienced earlier in February last year put electricity generation equipments out of commission and ...
Views: 748 - Which Home Appliances Use the Most Energy? - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2010 from Dawood MirzaHomeowners and business establishments are implementing energy saving initiatives on their own accord. These moves are wise on their part as energy saving activities are a must to conserve valuable resources and should have continuous implementation until the time technology is available that ...
Views: 1458 - Why should businesses shop for electricity? - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Dawood MirzaAs compared to ordinary residential areas, more electrical power is used by business establishments. What’s more, as the business expands and grows, electrical consumption increases too, which in turn causes the cost of operations go north. Since energy companies often inflate their prices, ...
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