Did you grow up in a house where wearing an extra sweater was the solution to a cold house on a winter’s day? What about taking a short shower because hot water wasn’t cheap or turning off the light when leaving a room? I find it interesting that things we were “encouraged” to do as children have now become ways a household can become a little more green. Read More
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Energy Audits are Important to Homes and Businesses Alike
Friday, February 4th, 2011Commercial Building Energy Audits
Thursday, November 25th, 2010
The goal of an energy audit is to save money. It’s really as simple as that. Identify all the uses of energy and either reduce the consumption, or completely remove the machinery or process that is using the energy. Read More
Benchmarking – How does your energy consumption compare?
Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010How do you know if you are a potential candidate for improvements in energy efficiency? You may feel your energy bill is fairly stable and perhaps even affordable (for the moment) but what if your competition is paying much less? How do you know if you are paying too much? Read More
First Step – The Energy Audit
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010The goal of an Energy Audit is to clearly identify the types and costs of energy you use and to determine more cost-effective ways of using energy. Lean into the Green uses an energy audit protocol based on the recommendations of the Association of Energy Engineers and Natural Resources Canada Office of Energy Efficiency. It’s the logical (and low-cost) place to start. Read More
Save Money with One Easy Switch
Thursday, October 29th, 2009Whether you operate your business from home, an office building, or a retail shop, lighting should be one of the first areas you tackle in your drive to become sustainable. It’s a quick and easy way to make an immediate difference, not only in reducing your environmental footprint, but also in your pocketbook. By changing just 5 bulbs you could save over $200. Read More
