Voluntary power-saving plan risky if heat, economy collide

Posted on May 19, 2012 by madmin

In anticipation of tight electricity supply conditions this summer without nuclear energy, the government has taken the unusual step of setting numerical targets for power usage in extensive areas served by seven of the nation's 10 utilities. Continue →

Summer voluntary power curbs set

Posted on May 18, 2012 by madmin

The government released its summer power-saving plan Friday, asking households and businesses served by seven utilities to voluntarily cut consumption by 5 to 15 percent to deal with an expected shortage amid the nationwide atomic plant shutdown. Continue →

Texzon Utilities Partners with Direct Energy to Offer Fixed Electricity Price in ...

Posted on May 18, 2012 by madmin

Agreement provides citizens fixed energy rates, while at the same time providing the community an additional revenue stream to help fund city services.Dravosburg, PA (PRWEB) May 18, 2012 Through a partnership with Texzon and as part of its endorsement with the Borough of Dravosburg, Direct Energy has set a new fixed price for electricity customers who participate in the Direct Choice program ... Continue →

Japan urges lower energy use amid shortage fears

Posted on May 18, 2012 by madmin

Japan's government Friday called on the nation's homes and businesses to cut their energy use by as much as 15 percent amid fears that nuclear plant shutdowns will spark power shortages and blackouts. Continue →

Government doesn't plan to issue mandatory power-saving order to western Japan

Posted on May 17, 2012 by madmin

The government will not issue binding electricity-saving orders for areas served by Kansai Electric Power Co., whose capacity to meet peak demand this summer is precarious now that the nation's nuclear plants are all shut down, because other utilities will probably be able to provide Kepco with extra power, sources said Thursday. Continue →

Bracing up for power savings

Posted on May 17, 2012 by madmin

The government has announced a power-saving plan for the coming summer. Continue →

Area builders consult utilities, analysts on energy efficient homes

Posted on May 16, 2012 by madmin

Brent Acree, co-owner of Watree Homes, nervously watched as Todd Trusty, a home energy rater and owner of Energy Services, Inc., conducted a blower test on the ductwork in Watree’s newest house in Crestview. Continue →

First Person: We Cut Our Utility Bill By 10%

Posted on May 15, 2012 by madmin

Until I moved into a house, I never realized just how much room there could be for saving money on utilities. Continue →

Houston Residents Can Stay Cool This Summer While Saving Money and Conserving Energy ...

Posted on May 15, 2012 by madmin

Last year’s record-setting heat and drought in the Houston area sent electric bills through the roof and utility experts are predicting more of the same this summer, which will continue to put a strain on the electric grid in Texas. Continue →

Turning Down Heat May Save Much More Than Expected

Posted on May 15, 2012 by madmin

Consumers could potentially be saving more than 5 percent (about $10) for each degree they turn the thermostat down. Continue →