• Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • May 10th, 2014
US Announces New Energy Efficiency Standards for Motors, Coolers, and Freezers

US Announces New Energy Efficiency Standards for Motors, Coolers, and Freezers

The new standards are expected to reduce carbon pollution, help cut electricity bills

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • March 1st, 2014
Renewables Found to Help Australia Limit Electricity Costs in Extreme Heat

Renewables Found to Help Australia Limit Electricity Costs in Extreme Heat

Report says green energy sources proved especially helpful during this year's heat waves

Light-Activated Curtains Promise to Slash Electricity Costs

Light-Activated Curtains Promise to Slash Electricity Costs

The curtains are the brainchild of researchers at the University of California, Berkeley

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • January 9th, 2014
Phillips Launches New LED Tube, Says It Cuts Energy Use by over 40%

Phillips Launches New LED Tube, Says It Cuts Energy Use by over 40%

The new LED light is meant to replace fluorescent lighting tubes

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • November 6th, 2012
Smart Battery Stores Cheap Electricity, Releases It When Costs Increase

Smart Battery Stores Cheap Electricity, Releases It When Costs Increase

These batteries are meant to cut down on a building’s electricity costs

“Light Pipes” Channel Sunlight Just Like Water Pipes Channel Water

“Light Pipes” Channel Sunlight Just Like Water Pipes Channel Water

These innovative pipes can easily bring natural light indoors, reduce energy costs

Britain's Greenest Couple Has Monthly Electricity Bills of Just ₤3

Britain's Greenest Couple Has Monthly Electricity Bills of Just ₤3

The couple has spent serious amounts of money on greening up their lifestyle

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • August 29th, 2012
Coal Is What Powers Germany's Transition from Nuclear to Renewables

Coal Is What Powers Germany's Transition from Nuclear to Renewables

The country builds 23 new coal-fired plants, supposedly to control the cost of electricity

  • Energy
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • August 4th, 2012
Report Argues Australia’s Green Energy Will Soon Be Cheaper Than Coal

Report Argues Australia’s Green Energy Will Soon Be Cheaper Than Coal

The country is expected to witness a major shift in energy policies and production