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Best Hybrids For The Buck
July 18, 2008 - Forbes
A new study by NADAguides.com shows which hybrids earn back their extra cost the fastest. The top hybrid vehicle is the Toyota Camry, followed by the Chevrolet Malibu, Nissan Altima, Toyota Prius, and the Honda Civic. Full Article
By Jacqueline Mitchell © 2008 Forbes.com
 
Schools Saving on Energy Costs
April 17, 2007 - The Republican
Chicopee, Mass. -- By promoting conservation techniques such as shutting off all computers at the end of the day, turning off room lights during lunch, and more closely monitoring the thermostats, the school department has been able to save $197,000 in heating and electrical costs during the first half of the winter. Full Article
By Jeanette DeForge ©2007 MassLive LLC
 
Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency Extended to Window Film
February 7, 2007 - PR Newswire
St. Louis -- Some brands of window film now qualify for federal tax credits. Window film reflects heat and reduces cooling costs. Homeowners can find out more by visiting windowfilmtaxcredit.com. Full Article
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Southern California Gas Co. Gives Instant Rebates for Energy-Efficient Appliances
July 18, 2006 - BizJournals.com
Southern California Gas Co. residential customers can now qualify for instant rebates when they purchase certain clothes washers, dishwashers, and water heaters. Customers receive a $35 rebate for high-efficiency clothes washers and $30 for high-efficiency dishwashers and water heaters when the appliances are purchased at a participating retailer. Full Article
© 2006 American City Business Journals, Inc.
 
Xero Mobile Unveils Recycling Initiative in Partnership With the Wireless Alliance
May 17, 2006 - MSN
Los Angeles -- When Xero mobile users return their handsets to be recycled or reused, they will receive airtime credits for their accounts.
© 2006 PRNewswire © 2006 Microsoft
 
New Tankless Water System Can Save Money
May 7, 2006 - HeraldToday.com
Because they do not heat standing water, tankless water systems use less energy. Water is only heated as it is needed, yet with the right system the supply of hot water is not compromised. Although the system could save households hundreds of dollars every year, the purchase and installation of the tankless system is more expensive than traditional heaters.
By Gary Dymski © 2006 Newsday © 2006 Knight Ridder
 
 

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