Posts tagged as:

Energy Efficiency

LEDs Light Up Ella’s on Front St

April 1, 2011

“Comparing January 1 through February 28 this year to last year, our electric expense is down by 36.9%.”

Read the full article →

Light the Way with VIRIBRIGHT LED Lighting

March 21, 2011

VIRIBRIGHT LED light bulbs are the newest edition to the line of energy conscious and competitively priced LED lighting solutions from Eco-Building Products. With a unique combination of technology, affordability and longevity, VIRIBRIGHT LEDs are a smart choice for an earth-friendly lighting alternative. Available in convenient 5W A-Lamp and 20W T8 Tube sizes, VIRIBRIGHT LEDs are [...]

Read the full article →

EBP Talks Weatherization with ROI’s Zack Johnson

January 25, 2011

The NMCAA Weatherization Program works hand-in-hand with qualified auditors like Zack Johnson of ROI Weatherization, to categorize and diagnose energy loss within the home. Eco-Building Products and Johnson recently discussed a family tradition of ecological care, the integral role the NMCAA plays in filling weatherization needs in northern Michigan, as well as Johnson’s company ROI [...]

Read the full article →

Spotlight on the Community: NMCAA Weatherization Program Brings Energy Efficiency to Those in Need

January 24, 2011

As we approach the middle of winter in northern Michigan, the sting of cold on the faces, toes and wallets of residents is ever apparent. With a few weatherization fixes within the home, the sting of heating bills can be lessened and energy efficiency improved. But while the average home is in need of weatherization, [...]

Read the full article →

30% Tax Credit Rebate on Solatube eChoice Models Expires 12/31

December 16, 2010

Brighten the holiday of someone you love with the purchase of an eChoice Daylighting System from Solatube. Both 160DSe 10″ and 290DSe 14″ models are still eligible for a 30% Tax Credit Rebate through December 31, 2010. By installing Solatube eChoice Daylighting Systems, you may be eligible to receive a Tax Credit of 30% of [...]

Read the full article →

Comparing wind turbine noise to other annoying sounds

December 7, 2010

Benzie and Manistee County residents will be debating the pros and cons of Duke Energy’s Gail Wind Farm proposal this winter. Here is a link to an article that discusses how industrial sized wind turbines measure up to other annoying sounds like lawn mowers and refrigerators in decibels. http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/news/article/2010/11/measuring-wind-turbine-noise A smart guy commented that some [...]

Read the full article →

First residential renewable energy system installed to TCLP grid

November 15, 2010

With the approval of the Renewable Net Metering Agreement in July, 2010, Traverse City Light & Power opened the door for residential renewable energy systems that are 20kW or smaller to interconnect to the TCLP electrical grid. Peter and Sharon Moller, soon-to-be Traverse City transplants from Colorado with experience in renewable energy systems, broke ground [...]

Read the full article →

Take Back the Energy in Your Home with Sealin’ Hatch

October 11, 2010

With cold weather fast approaching, stopping the energy loss in your home with simple winter weatherization products is a no-brainer. The average home loses up to 20% of its energy where you might least expect it–your attic hatch. As one of the most critical exterior openings of a home, give your hatch some extra attention [...]

Read the full article →

Introducing Solaro Day: Solar Powered Daylight Simulator

August 23, 2010

Solaro Energy Co. introduces a new advancement in lighting systems with Solaro Day: Solar Powered Daylighting Simulators. Solaro Day systems mirror natural sunlight while providing output that covers the full spectrum of light. Solaro Day can be installed into virtually any room or building with ease and is designed to help users move ‘off the [...]

Read the full article →

CFL Recycling Now Available at EBP Showroom

August 19, 2010

Eco-Building Products is pleased to announce it has joined with Michigan Energy Options and Veolia Environmental Services to provide a recycling station for Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) onsite at the EBP showroom. Beginning August 20th, consumers are encouraged to bring used CFLs to be disposed in accordance with federal, state and local regulations, free of [...]

Read the full article →

← Previous Entries