Do you turn off your computers every day?  Tags: laptops electricity conservation computers
  Asked by jmole {413} 10/13/2011 8:35:24 PM
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Experience with Smart Meters?  Tags: smart meter electric service smart connect
  Asked by jmole {413} 10/3/2011 10:56:18 AM
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Am I missing something here?  Tags: green questions new posts current discussions
  Asked by MelissaP {31} 10/1/2011 9:02:07 PM
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can a system be devloped  Tags: dfcload
  Asked by oberoi {26} 1/27/2011 11:48:05 PM
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Merry Christmas World! Have a great Holiday!  Tags: merry christmas world!
  Asked by jmole {413} 12/24/2010 7:26:12 AM
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Do you have a green business or work for one?  Tags: green business 2011 outlook economy
  Asked by chrism {186} 12/24/2010 7:24:18 AM
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Know where I can find screw in CFL`s that last?  Tags: cfl lighting lamp life
  Asked by keng {276} 12/24/2010 7:19:51 AM
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Chemical Free Insulation  Tags: green insulation foam chemical free
  Asked by SavaMathou {238} 12/18/2010 5:48:13 PM
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DYI soda pop makers? Is the aluminum can so bad?  Tags: aluminum can recycling diet coke soda stream
  Asked by jmole {413} 11/11/2010 5:10:16 PM
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What is your hottest green issue?  Tags: green action public involvement green issues
  Asked by jmole {413} 10/11/2010 6:02:00 PM
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Do you belong to a fresh produce co-op?  Tags: organic produce organic co-op locally grown
  Asked by chrism {186} 9/22/2010 3:52:01 PM
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Purchasing a New Solar System for our Home  Tags: solar system home purchase
  Asked by SavaMathou {238} 9/22/2010 4:25:50 AM
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How do I start a compost in my backyard? Anyone with experience?  Tags: compost fertilizer
  Asked by keng {276} 9/21/2010 5:51:36 PM
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What`s up with dry-cleaning? Is it toxic?  Tags: dry-cleaning chemicals chemical cleaning harm
  Asked by mikea {301} 9/15/2010 6:42:23 PM
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Any suggestions for non-toxic cleaners?  Tags: household cleaners green cleaning non-toxic cleaning
  Asked by mikea {301} 9/15/2010 6:40:08 PM
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Anyone heard of cups made from Rice or Agar?  Tags: cups green utensils edible tableware
  Asked by jmole {413} 9/13/2010 4:37:22 PM
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Does anyone have real world experience with the Smart Car?  Tags: mpg smart car hybrids
  Asked by brente {227} 9/2/2010 4:46:24 PM
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Any recommendations on good commuter cars?  Tags: gas mileage hybrids mpg
  Asked by jimo {201} 8/31/2010 3:23:44 PM
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Are you signed up for your local utility`s Summer Discount Plan?  Tags: electricity rates summer discount plan
  Asked by jmole {413} 8/24/2010 4:46:31 PM
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Has anyone used or built Perpetual Motion Generators powered by Earth Magnets  Tags: earth magnet generators generators free energy
  Asked by SavaMathou {238} 8/23/2010 7:05:03 PM
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When electric vehicles are reality, will you buy one?  Tags: ev electric vehicles
  Asked by mikea {301} 8/19/2010 4:57:43 PM
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Do you believe global warming is fact or politics?  Tags: global warming climate change models
  Asked by jimo {201} 8/16/2010 3:53:53 PM
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Anyone using the multi-room whole house fan? Problems?  Tags: whole house fan quiet cool air conditioning
  Asked by keng {276} 8/11/2010 3:31:58 PM
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Anyone using a photo sensor for indoor lighting?  Tags: indoor lighting led lighting photo sensor
  Asked by jimo {201} 8/10/2010 12:35:18 PM
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Anyone know if window tinting actually works to save energy?  Tags: home energy window tinting air conditioning
  Asked by keng {276} 8/9/2010 8:09:28 AM
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Ever not purchased a plasma tv because it uses too much power?  Tags: plasma tv energy consumption
  Asked by jmole {413} 8/6/2010 1:25:48 PM
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Are do it yourself Solar Panels a good idea?  Tags: solar panels do it yourself solar panel kits
  Asked by SavaMathou {238} 8/4/2010 6:09:01 PM
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Where do you set your thermostat in the winter months?  Tags: thermostat winter heating
  Asked by jmole {413} 8/4/2010 4:35:04 PM
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Is it true that appliances that are plugged in still draw power?  Tags: appliances house power
  Asked by ADMINTODD {108} 8/4/2010 7:41:13 AM
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What is more energy efficient: Dishwasher vs. hand washing?  Tags: water conservation dishwasher energy efficiency
  Asked by jmole {413} 8/3/2010 8:44:32 AM
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What temp. is your thermostat set to in the summer?  Tags: summer air conditioning electricity thermostat
  Asked by brente {227} 8/2/2010 8:12:15 AM
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Does it matter if I run an evaporative cooler along with my A/C?  Tags: a/c evaporative cooler air conditioning
  Asked by rgen {50} 7/30/2010 7:54:42 AM
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Incandescent or fluorescent, which is which?  Tags: incandescent fluorescent
  Asked by ADMINTODD {108} 7/29/2010 9:15:32 PM
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Where is a good place to get LED decorative fixtures?  Tags: led lighting decorative lighting lighting fixtures
  Asked by jimo {201} 7/29/2010 1:52:12 PM
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Do I really need to switch out my light bulbs for CFL`s?  Tags: lighting cfl compact fluorescent light bulb
  Asked by mikea {301} 7/28/2010 3:51:21 PM
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When is the right time to schedule a group relamp?  Tags: lighting relamp lighting maintenance
  Asked by chrism {186} 7/21/2010 7:53:28 AM
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What type of lamp is the most efficient?  Tags: lighting efficacy fluorescent lighting
  Asked by rgen {50} 7/20/2010 9:46:41 AM
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What is the CRI of a typical mercury vapor lamp?  Tags: cri mercury vapor lighting color rendition index
  Asked by mikea {301} 7/19/2010 3:06:00 PM
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Does anyone have an example of GHG savings for one typical house?  Tags: ghg greenhouse gas savings
  Asked by mikea {301} 7/15/2010 5:10:36 PM
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If I change out my incandescent bulbs to CFL`s, will that make a dent in the greenhouse gas emissions?  Tags: ghg greenhouse gas savings lighting cfl`s
  Asked by rgen {50} 7/14/2010 7:07:47 AM
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How long will it take a CFL to pay for itself?  Tags: cfl compact fluorescent lighting energy efficiency
  Asked by rgen {50} 7/13/2010 9:15:46 AM
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Does anyone know of a way to figure out greenhouse gas savings?  Tags: ghg green energy greenhouse gas
  Asked by mikea {301} 7/12/2010 7:43:29 AM
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Anyone know what the lighting level should be for general office?  Tags: indoor lighting footcandle office work light level
  Asked by keng {276} 7/8/2010 10:59:05 AM
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How do I calculate lighting energy consumption?  Tags: lighting energy consumption kwh watts
  Asked by keng {276} 6/25/2010 9:36:52 AM
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When is the right time to do a group re-lamp?  Tags: lighting maintenance group re-lamp
  Asked by keng {276} 6/17/2010 7:19:08 AM
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How can I get an estimate of cost savings if I improve my energy management?  Tags: savings energy management system case study improvement
  Asked by Randal Ingo {293} 6/17/2010 6:42:44 AM
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What are the main components of an Energy Management System?  Tags: energy efficiency energy management system
  Asked by brente {227} 6/14/2010 8:28:48 AM
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Do T5 fluorescent lamps have better lamp lumen depreciation than T8`s or T12`s?  Tags: fluorescent lighting lighting electrical lumen depreciation
  Asked by jimo {201} 6/11/2010 4:45:59 PM
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Does anyone know of an LED Streetlight Program underway currently?  Tags: lighting led streetlighting energy efficiency municipalities
  Asked by mikea {301} 6/10/2010 8:57:08 AM
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When should a business pay for an energy audit?  Tags: energy audit small business energy efficiency
  Asked by mikea {301} 6/8/2010 3:15:02 PM
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Will SCE rebate a pulse start metal halide?  Tags: metal halide rebate lighting electrical
  Asked by brente {227} 6/7/2010 2:39:46 PM
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Do I need to buy a new electronic ballast? Pls. Help!  Tags: ballast
  Asked by Esmi {20} 6/2/2010 10:00:29 AM
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Is there a dimmer that will work with an LED?  Tags: led lighting electrical dimmers
  Asked by jimo {201} 5/27/2010 8:10:29 AM
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Can I put a CFL in a Metal Halide Wall Pack?  Tags: compact fluorescent lighting electrical
  Asked by brente {227} 5/26/2010 12:16:39 PM
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What is a good retrofit for a Metal Halide Parking Lot Light?  Tags: lighting metal halide electrical retrofit
  Asked by mikea {301} 5/26/2010 12:11:07 PM
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Utility Bill Tracking Software?  Tags: utility bills metering software
  Asked by mikea {301} 5/20/2010 11:39:42 AM
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List of energy efficiency blogs  Tags: blog energy efficiency
  Asked by ADMINTODD {108} 5/19/2010 8:46:50 PM
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Anyone know of a good LED area light?  Tags: lighting led electrical
  Asked by mikea {301} 5/18/2010 11:49:59 AM
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Seeking information about lighting rebates in Modesto, CA.  Tags: lighting rebates electrical retrofits
  Asked by keng {276} 5/18/2010 11:48:08 AM
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Software for HVAC Automation?  Tags: hvac thermostat energy management
  Asked by Randal Ingo {293} 5/17/2010 8:33:41 AM
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What is a programmable thermostat?  Tags: thermostats
  Asked by george {245} 5/10/2010 8:42:41 PM
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What does HVAC stand for?  Tags: hvac
  Asked by george {245} 5/10/2010 8:42:10 PM
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What is an Integrated Heating System?  Tags: heating systems
  Asked by george {245} 5/10/2010 8:41:37 PM
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What is a “Demand Water Heater”?  Tags: water heaters
  Asked by george {245} 5/10/2010 8:41:13 PM
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What is CFM as it relates to HVAC?  Tags: cfm
  Asked by george {245} 5/10/2010 8:40:49 PM
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What does B.T.U. stand for and what is it?  Tags: btu
  Asked by george {245} 5/10/2010 8:40:07 PM
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Do you have any tips on making my rental property more energy efficient?  Tags: energy efficiency energy saving tips
  Asked by george {245} 5/10/2010 8:39:46 PM
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In lighting, what does L.P.S. stand for?  Tags: lps lighting
  Asked by george {245} 5/10/2010 8:39:15 PM
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In lighting, what does H.P.S. stand for?  Tags: hps lighting
  Asked by george {245} 5/10/2010 8:38:52 PM
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In lighting, what does H.I.D. stand for?  Tags: hid lighting
  Asked by Randal Ingo {293} 5/10/2010 8:23:17 PM
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Light bulb hour ratings?  Tags: hour ratings light bulbs
  Asked by Randal Ingo {293} 5/10/2010 8:22:53 PM
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What does it mean if my light bulb is rated 3000k?  Tags: 3000k light bulbs
  Asked by Randal Ingo {293} 5/10/2010 8:22:27 PM
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What is CRI (Color Rendition Index)?  Tags: cri
  Asked by Randal Ingo {293} 5/10/2010 8:22:01 PM
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What is mean lumen output?  Tags: mean lumen output
  Asked by Randal Ingo {293} 5/10/2010 8:21:39 PM
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What is lumen depreciation?  Tags: lumen depreciation
  Asked by Randal Ingo {293} 5/10/2010 8:21:14 PM
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What exactly is a lumen?  Tags: lumen
  Asked by Randal Ingo {293} 5/10/2010 8:20:49 PM
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What is the 1.0 foot candle requirement for my outdoor lighting?  Tags: 1.0 foot candle outdoor lighting
  Asked by Randal Ingo {293} 5/10/2010 8:20:22 PM
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T12 to T8 Energy Savings?  Tags: linear fluorescent t12 t8 lighting electrical
  Asked by brente {227} 5/10/2010 10:01:40 AM
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Pulse Start MH Ballast Options?  Tags: metal halide pulse start ballast electrical lighting
  Asked by brente {227} 5/10/2010 10:00:45 AM
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When comparing lighting systems, what components do I need to consider?  Tags: lighting systems electrical
  Asked by brente {227} 5/10/2010 10:00:19 AM
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What is meant when someone proposes to do a swap-out in my facility?  Tags: electrical lighting swap-out energy efficiency
  Asked by brente {227} 5/10/2010 9:59:34 AM
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What is meant when someone proposes to do a retrofit in my facility?  Tags: lighting retrofit electrical energy efficiency
  Asked by brente {227} 5/10/2010 9:58:53 AM
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What does Power Factor describe?  Tags: power factor electrical utility design
  Asked by keng {276} 5/10/2010 9:55:07 AM
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What is a PAR lamp?  Tags: par lighting lamps electrical
  Asked by keng {276} 5/10/2010 9:54:40 AM
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What is meant by Operating Position?  Tags: lighting electrical
  Asked by keng {276} 5/10/2010 9:54:15 AM
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Can someone please explain Luminance?  Tags: lighting electrical luminance
  Asked by keng {276} 5/10/2010 9:53:41 AM
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What is the difference between Instant Start and Rapid Start ballasts?  Tags: lighting electrical ballasts
  Asked by keng {276} 5/10/2010 9:53:17 AM
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What is Illuminance?  Tags: lighting electrical lighting design illuminance
  Asked by mikea {301} 5/10/2010 9:47:29 AM
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Ok, please explain a High Intensity Discharge lamp.  Tags: hid lighting lamps electrical
  Asked by mikea {301} 5/10/2010 9:47:05 AM
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How do Halogen Lamps work?  Tags: lighting lamps electrical halogen
  Asked by mikea {301} 5/10/2010 9:46:19 AM
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Can someone please tell me what a Footcandle is?  Tags: lighting electrical lighting design
  Asked by mikea {301} 5/10/2010 9:45:39 AM
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How does a Fluorescent lamp work?  Tags: lamps lighting electrical
  Asked by mikea {301} 5/10/2010 9:45:12 AM
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What is a filament?  Tags: lamps lighting electrical
  Asked by keng {276} 5/10/2010 9:40:58 AM
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How do I know how efficient my lights are?  Tags: lighting electrical
  Asked by keng {276} 5/10/2010 9:40:30 AM
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I was told by my former electrician to get double-ended lamps. What does this mean?  Tags: electrical lighting
  Asked by keng {276} 5/10/2010 9:39:52 AM
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I keep seeing the term color temperature, can anyone explain this in laymans terms?  Tags: lighting lighting design electrical
  Asked by keng {276} 5/10/2010 9:39:17 AM
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Okay, heres one for you, what is the Center Beam Candlepower (CBCP)?  Tags: lighting electrical
  Asked by keng {276} 5/10/2010 9:38:14 AM
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What about the Beam Spread...anyone?  Tags: lighting electrical
  Asked by brente {227} 5/10/2010 9:26:00 AM
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Can anyone please explain what the Beam Angle is?  Tags: lighting electrical
  Asked by brente {227} 5/10/2010 9:25:08 AM
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What is the average rated life of my lighting system?  Tags: lighting electrical
  Asked by brente {227} 5/10/2010 9:24:32 AM
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