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Archives for July 2012
US & Canada: Falling Gas Prices & A Common Fate
When it comes to natural gas, the United States and Canada are heavily linked. The extensive physical pipeline that exists between the two countries has tied their fortunes together. Gas prices in the U.S. have fallen hard and fast and the impacts are being felt in Canada too. In this video, John Kingston, the Director […]
Going Greener with Attic Insulation
Insulating your attic is one of the best ways to save money on your cooling and heating. Here is a break down of some greener options when choosing insulation material for your attic . . . Cellulose: If you want to go green, try cellulose insulation. Typically composed of 85 percent recycled newspaper and 15 […]
ECOPRO SUPPLY makes solar power systems more productive, reliable, smart and safe.
An Interview with Beau Dingler, Co-founder of ECOPRO SOLAR SUPPLY Ecopro Solar Supply Co. is a Louisiana based solar distributor specializing in complete solar systems for contractors. Beau Dingler, C0-founder of Geoshield and Ecopro Solar was the sponsor for May’s Solar Roundtable. The Solar Roundtable is an opportunity for solar installers, solar advocates and the community to meet and talk […]
OMG That’s a lot of Money: Investment Trends in Renewables
The United Nations Environmental Program published a report this year that explains investment trends in renewable energy. As outlined in the graph, $257 billion dollars was invested in renewable energy in 2011, a growth of 17% from 2010. In just 7 years, from 2004 to 2011, investment in renewable power and fuel has seen a […]
Be Smart Energy Tips: Summer Travel
If you’re going away for the Fourth of July or any other time during the summer months, here are few tips to help you save energy both hom and away. Turn up your thermostat! The energy you save turning up the temp is greater than the energy you’ll use cooling your home down when you get […]