Category — Green/LEEDS

GREEN IS IN, over 10,000 people signed up for Chevy Volts; WallMart may sell hybrids.  Via Instapundit.

IT IS ALL OVER THE BLOGS, including Drudge, that under proposed legislation all new homes constructed in California will have utility thermostats the State can control.  Really.  The Nanny State is at it again.

The Governator will govern you heat and lights.  Only in California where consumer pay 4 times the national average for gas and electricity would the legislature enact laws to allow the State to reduce ITs bills by shutting off a homes electricity and gas.  Remember the State buys electricity and gas out of State during peak demand.

Nanny State says she has to turn off your lights.  Of course, voters cannot do anything at all about this, remember California is Gerrymanerstan.

What a wonderful way for Nanny to reduce greenhouse gases.

COMPACT FLORESENT LIGHT BLUBS are not only eco friendly, but save money.   So which brands are the best?  Best light, lowest cost are the GE 75 watt.

ENERGY EFFICIENT windows and door can save 30% on energy bills.  The State of California’s Green Construction website offers outstanding tips and materials information, in addition to rebates and credits.  I like rebates and credits as it promotes green building products.  More are needed, especially at the federal level.

I installed dual pane windows and doors in my home myself.  It is extremely easy to install windows and doors if you even a little bit handy.  With some instruction, almost anyone can do it.  The total cost for seven Millguard windows, two sliding glass doors, and two entry door was $4500.  Not only do they make the house quieter by almost eliminating exterior noise, but save approximately $640 per year in utility costs.

Anyone interested in simple ordering and installation instructions please email me.

THE FIRST GREEN car dealer opened in Silicon Valley!  Greenrides.com has all the info.  I checked these electric cars out.  There’re cute, and not too pricey.