energy efficiency: Vampire energy sucking... spooky - 10/23/09 05:14 AM
I caught this interesting segment on my local news last night regarding Vampire Energy. It discusses how when you think you've turned off an appliance it may still be sucking energy (bad for both the environment and your energy bill):
http://www.globaltoronto.com/video/index.html?releasePID=56QLSEDG3GB9HFTIf8SlZ9sKMNVjt7tA
After doing a little internet research I discovered that October is Energy Awareness Month and, appropriately, a number of articles on the energy sucking topic:
Vampire Labs
Vampire Power
Core77-Vampire Energy Chart
And here are some other pices on energy efficiency:
Renewable Energy Solutions for Your Home
Curb Your Energy, Not Your Enthusiasm
A Guide to Provincial Energy Efficiency Grants … (2 comments)

energy efficiency: Emer’s Guide to Energy Efficiency Grants and Rebates Saving Programs across Canada - 08/25/09 06:07 AM
This guide will not only be helpful to homeowners, but can also be a good source for realtors to make money-saving and green suggestions and tips to their clients.
 
Emer, casaGURU's green living guru, compiled great resources for homeowners who want to make smart, green home improvements with her Guides to Energy Efficiency Grants and Rebates for cities across Canada.
Kermit the Frog may have found “it ain’t easy being green,” but homeowners across Canada can sing a different tune with the help of Emer’s Guides to Energy Efficiency Grants and Rebates Programs.
Emer, casaGURU's green living guru, has put … (0 comments)

energy efficiency: Green homes: fashion or trend? - 07/20/09 09:19 AM
It seems like energy efficient homes may be more of a lasting fashion than passing trend. An article on casaGURU via www.newscanada.com claims that newhomebuyers are more likely to go for energy efficient green homes than any other. Why? Because not only is it the more environmentally concious choice, but it saves money in the long run like on heating bills, for instance.
Below is an excerpt from that article:
There are selling points and then there are selling points. Energy efficiency continues to be one of the most sought after features among home buyers in Canada today; in fact a … (2 comments)

energy efficiency: Emer's Guide to Energy Saving Programs in Saint John - 06/15/09 08:25 AM
Hello Saint John homeowners!
Here at casaGURU we're big fans of green in both senses of the word: we’re strong supporters of making homes more energy efficient AND of helping our community of homeowners save money. There are many ways you can do both at the same time!
However, with the amount of energy saving rebates and grants available from a variety of sources, finding and applying for them can seem daunting. So, that's why I’ve compiled an easy to follow list of energy savings specifically for homeowners in Saint John, New Brunswick.
I’ve done the research for you, so below … (1 comments)

energy efficiency: Emer's Guide to Energy Saving Programs in Regina - 06/15/09 08:20 AM
Hello Regina homeowners!
Here at casaGURU we're big fans of green in both senses of the word: we’re strong supporters of making homes more energy efficient AND of helping our community of homeowners save money. There are many ways you can do both at the same time!
However, with the amount of energy saving rebates and grants available from a variety of sources, finding and applying for them can seem daunting. So, that's why I’ve compiled an easy to follow list of energy savings specifically for homeowners in Regina, Saskatchewan.
New homeowners in Regina should be sure to check out the … (0 comments)

energy efficiency: Emer's Guide to Energy Saving Programs in Winnipeg - 06/15/09 08:16 AM
Hello Winnipeg homeowners!
Here at casaGURU we're big fans of green in both senses of the word: we’re strong supporters of making homes more energy efficient AND of helping our community of homeowners save money. There are many ways you can do both at the same time!
However, with the amount of energy saving rebates and grants available from a variety of sources, finding and applying for them can seem daunting. So, that's why I’ve compiled an easy to follow list of energy savings specifically for homeowners in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Be sure to check out the variety of geothermal incentives available.
… (0 comments)

energy efficiency: Emer's Guide to Energy Saving Programs in Calgary - 06/15/09 08:12 AM
Hello Calgary homeowners!
Here at casaGURU we're big fans of green in both senses of the word: we’re strong supporters of making homes more energy efficient AND of helping our community of homeowners save money. There are many ways you can do both at the same time!
However, with the amount of energy saving rebates and grants available from a variety of sources, finding and applying for them can seem daunting. So, that's why I’ve compiled an easy to follow list of energy savings specifically for homeowners in Calgary, Alberta.
Albertans are especially fortunate to have the Built Green program to … (0 comments)

energy efficiency: Emer's Guide to Energy Saving Programs in Victoria - 06/15/09 07:47 AM
Hello Victoria homeowners!
Here at casaGURU we're big fans of green in both senses of the word: we’re strong supporters of making homes more energy efficient AND of helping our community of homeowners save money. There are many ways you can do both at the same time!
However, with the amount of energy saving rebates and grants available from a variety of sources, finding and applying for them can seem daunting. So, that's why I’ve compiled an easy to follow list of energy savings specifically for homeowners in Victoria, British Columbia.
British Columbians are especially lucky because of LiveSmart BC and … (0 comments)

energy efficiency: Flick off this Sat! - 03/25/09 06:30 AM
People around the world will be turning off their lights for Earth Hour on Saturday, but what about the rest of the year?
 
  The countdown is on until the lights around the world are turned off this Saturday, March 28 at 8:30pm, for Earth Hour.
A total of 82 countries, included dear Oh Canada, and 2,140 cities, towns and municipalities have committed to a dark hour in efforts to combat global warming.
While this is no small feat, it is only 60 minutes. So does one take that idea and stretch it out over the other 8759 hours of … (1 comments)

energy efficiency: There's no place like Home (Show) - 03/11/09 07:12 AM
More than 700 retailers crammed into the Direct Energy Centre at the CNE grounds in Toronto for 10 days of hustling, shopping and inspiration at the National Home Show. It was exhausting but exhilarating at the same time. So many people, so much to see!
The casaGURU team was out in full force spreading the gospel of the GURU. It was amazing how many people were used to having their head down to avoid sales pitches. However, as soon as they heard the word “FREE” they seemed to relax and stopped to listen. The look of surprise when they understood the … (0 comments)

energy efficiency: Homeowners love the casaGURU Community | 2000+ joined at the National Home Show - 03/09/09 06:57 AM
 
News Alert: 2,000+ homeowners entered the MSN-Sympatico $23,000 in great house prizes to be won in the "House-full of Prizes" Contest today.

 
MSN-Sympatico and casaGURU launched the "House-full of Prizes" contest for homeowners on February 16th, just in time for the National Home Show in Toronto Canada.
160,000+ homeowners are expected at the show which is running from Feb. 20th to March 1st.  If you want to go to the show, you can save 20% on casaGURU.com.  Click here.
 
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