In this edition of our Community Climate Champions series highlighting individuals and organizations building a better future for their communities, we focus on Hudson Valley Green Homes. We all want to do our part to mitigate climate change, but it can be tough to know where to start. That’s why Marcy Cleveland, a Hudson Valley-based…
Keeping up with the evolving renewable energy industry can be tough. We’re here to help break it down for you. Across the world, cutting-edge advancements in renewable energy are mitigating climate change. Costs are declining, accessibility continues to grow, and innovative solutions are combating the negative effects of antiquated energy practices. It’s an exciting time…
The choices we make at our homes determine the amount of energy we use. Maybe you think about turning off the lights…but have you thought about your yard? Cue: energy-efficient landscaping. An energy-efficient home is good for the environment and saves you money. When you think of energy-efficiency, though, what do you picture? Many of…
The average Central Hudson customer spends about $1,400 a year on electricity, and most aren’t sure where it’s all going. We lay out in plain English what all the charges on your Central Hudson bill mean and how to maximize your savings. When you pay your electric bill month after month, you start to notice…
You don’t need to remodel your home to make it more energy-efficient. These five simple steps could save you over $500 a year, without requiring any major changes to your home. What do you imagine when you think of making your home more energy-efficient? A lot of people’s minds go straight to the big moves:…
We break down an Orange & Rockland electric bill line by line and let you know where you can save. An electric bill might seem like one of the most boring pieces of paper in the world. When I open my electric bill, I see abbreviations that exist nowhere else in my life, like “RDM…
For the last 40 years, the United States electricity sector has been the country’s leading source of greenhouse gas emissions. Now, that’s changing–here’s how.
We get so many ‘asks’ these days from people trying to cut down on their carbon footprints & make the world a better place, but there’s only so much time in a day. So what are the most effective actions you can take to live a sustainable lifestyle in 2018?
Signs of America’s support for sustainability and energy efficiency are everywhere, from our overwhelming approval for solar development to our rapid adoption of energy-saving LED light bulbs. What actions can you take today, though, to make your home more energy-efficient and sustainable? And what are the more effective home modifications for the truly committed? Sometimes…