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Considering an electric vehicle?
So, you have decided you are interested in electric vehicles (EVs)? EVs offer lower fuel costs and lower maintenance costs, and they are better for the environment. That said, there are many different questions you may be asking before you purchase. What is an electric vehicle? There are many vehicles out there that are powered…
Thinking of Buying a New Appliance? Consider Energy Star
In the market for a new appliance? We know all the options can make your head spin. We put together a buying guide to help consumers in the market for a new appliance. In this mini-guide you can expect to find information on Energy Star and High Efficiency appliances, how Energy Star appliances save money,…
Gearing Up for Energy Awareness Month
Did you know October is Energy Awareness Month? I know its only August and we’re not trying to rush to fall, but we do have to plan ahead and hope you will too. We’re starting to book talks and utility bill clinics for October, one of our busiest months of the year. Fall is a…
Consumer Spotlight: CUB energy consultation saves the Bentleys $400
One of the many things new homeowners learn is the considerable impact improvements, maintenance and energy in your home can have on your budget. That is what Nikki Bentley and her husband Jeffrey discovered after they purchased their first home, a 1954 rambler, a few years back. Nikki and Jeffrey are environmentally-conscious and want to…
New report: Minnesota can meet electricity needs with renewable energy and save money
Meeting Minnesota’s electricity demands mainly through renewable energy would keep the electric system reliable, drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and save the average household thousands of dollars. That is the conclusion of a new study conducted by Vibrant Clean Energy for the McKnight Foundation. The study examined options to achieve Minnesota’s statutory goal of reducing…