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Energy Saving

Energy saving is the activity of reducing the amount of energy producing resources people use and deplete in the daily course of their lives. There is a limited quantity of nonrenewable energy resources on Earth, so it is essential to save the current supply and use renewable sources that will be available in the future. By making some behavioral changes, individuals and organizations can decrease their consumption of heat and power to save energy.

Specific energy saving activities include, but are not limited to, using more efficient light bulbs; lowering heating system thermostats in the home and office; reducing the use of cars and other petroleum reliant vehicles; and reusing ma...  Show more »
Energy saving is the activity of reducing the amount of energy producing resources people use and deplete in the daily course of their lives. There is a limited quantity of nonrenewable energy resources on Earth, so it is essential to save the current supply and use renewable sources that will be available in the future. By making some behavioral changes, individuals and organizations can decrease their consumption of heat and power to save energy.

Specific energy saving activities include, but are not limited to, using more efficient light bulbs; lowering heating system thermostats in the home and office; reducing the use of cars and other petroleum reliant vehicles; and reusing materials such as plastic bags and water bottles.  « Show less

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    May 30, 2012 | Los Angeles Times

  1. Should great chefs also be environmental spokespeople?

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    Should great chefs also be environmental spokespeople?...
    2. May 30, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  2. China says no to another massive stimulus plan to boost economy

    BEIJING — China is dampening expectations that it will use another massive government stimulus to stimulate its economy, even as it's giving the green light to more infrastructure projects.
    BEIJING — China is dampening expectations that it will use another massive government stimulus to stimulate its economy, even as it's giving the green light to more infrastructure projects. "The Chinese government's intention is very clear, it will...

    Tags: Politics, News Agency, Stock Market, China, Money and Monetary Policy

    3. May 30, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  3. Energy Commission poised to boost building energy standards

    SACRAMENTO -- California homes and buildings are about to become a lot more energy efficient, if state regulators, as expected, approve new building standards.
    SACRAMENTO -- California homes and buildings are about to become a lot more energy efficient, if state regulators, as expected, approve new building standards. The Energy Commission has scheduled for Thursday a last debate and vote on triennial, 2013...

    Tags: Alternative Energy, Politics, Lobbying, House Building, Real Estate Buyers

    4. May 30, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  4. China says 'no' to another massive stimulus plan

    BEIJING – China moved to temper expectations of another massive stimulus plan amid reports the country was green-lighting more infrastructure projects to stabilize its slowing economy.
    BEIJING – China moved to temper expectations of another massive stimulus plan amid reports the country was green-lighting more infrastructure projects to stabilize its slowing economy. “The Chinese government’s intention is very clear,...

    Tags: Politics, News Agency, China, Money and Monetary Policy, National Government

    5. May 27, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  5. A modern loft-like space in Atwater Village

    This ultra-modern single-family home in the Atwater Village area is part of a 27-house small-lot development. The three-story, energy-efficient house features floor-to-ceiling windows, a rooftop terrace and loft-like living spaces.
    This ultra-modern single-family home in the Atwater Village area is part of a 27-house small-lot development. The three-story, energy-efficient house features floor-to-ceiling windows, a rooftop terrace and loft-like living spaces. Location: 3244 W....

    Tags: Environmental Issues

    6. May 27, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  6. Nursery flourished by going native

    <b>The gig</b>: Mike Evans is the founder of Tree of Life Nursery near San Juan Capistrano, California's largest seller of native plants. Over 30 years, he and business partner Jeff Bohn have become mainstays for natural restoration and landscaping projects. They welcome retail customers as well as a core clientele of commercial landscapers to the cluster of straw-bale offices and barns on historic Rancho Mission Viejo.
    The gig: Mike Evans is the founder of Tree of Life Nursery near San Juan Capistrano, California's largest seller of native plants. Over 30 years, he and business partner Jeff Bohn have become mainstays for natural restoration and landscaping projects....

    Tags: 401K, Mexico, Environmental Issues

    7. May 28, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  7. SoCalGas tests unusual solar air conditioner

    Southern California Gas Co.&nbsp;is trying out an unusual new technology that uses the sun&rsquo;s rays to provide air conditioning as well as power.
    Southern California Gas Co. is trying out an unusual new technology that uses the sun’s rays to provide air conditioning as well as power. The solar photovoltaic system installed on the roof of the SoCalGas Energy Resource Center in Downey combines...

    Tags: Hybrid Vehicles, Fuel-efficient Vehicles, Natural Resources, SpaceX, Sempra Energy

    8. May 24, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  8. Climate change: Carbon dioxide emissions reach record high

    Emissions of heat-trapping carbon dioxide reached an all-time high last year, further reducing the chances that the world could avoid a dangerous rise in global average temperature by 2020, according to the International Energy Agency, the energy analysis group for the world&rsquo;s most industrialized states.
    Emissions of heat-trapping carbon dioxide reached an all-time high last year, further reducing the chances that the world could avoid a dangerous rise in global average temperature by 2020, according to the International Energy Agency, the energy analysis...

    Tags: European Union, Coal, Natural Resources, International Energy, Weather Statistics

    9. May 25, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  9. California gas prices to set record for Memorial Day weekend

    California drivers will pay record gasoline prices over the Memorial Day weekend but could get relief in the weeks ahead &mdash; unless more unplanned refinery outages occur. Then all bets are off, analysts say.
    California drivers will pay record gasoline prices over the Memorial Day weekend but could get relief in the weeks ahead — unless more unplanned refinery outages occur. Then all bets are off, analysts say. The average price of a gallon of regular...

    Tags: Holidays, Memorial Day, Minivans and Vans, Natural Resources, Market and Exchange

    10. May 25, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  10. Obama urges Congress to extend clean-energy tax credits

    NEWTON, Iowa &mdash; From a wind-power factory in this battleground state, President Obama urged Congress to extend tax credits he said would save jobs in the field of clean-energy production.
    NEWTON, Iowa — From a wind-power factory in this battleground state, President Obama urged Congress to extend tax credits he said would save jobs in the field of clean-energy production. Obama said continuing the production tax credit would save...

    Tags: Republican Party, Credit and Debt, Energy, Taxation, Labor Markets

    11. May 20, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  11. A political debate plays out among Louisiana oil rigs

    LAFAYETTE, La. &mdash; Visitors to this oil town might be forgiven for wondering whether the BP oil spill and subsequent drilling moratorium ever happened. &quot;Now hiring" signs are plastered on billboards around town, and hotels such as the Crowne Plaza are chock full of seminars training students to work on offshore rigs. Many offshore companies can't find enough workers for the jobs they're listing. This parish has the lowest unemployment rate in Louisiana, 4.8%.
    LAFAYETTE, La. — Visitors to this oil town might be forgiven for wondering whether the BP oil spill and subsequent drilling moratorium ever happened. "Now hiring" signs are plastered on billboards around town, and hotels such as the Crowne Plaza are...

    Tags: U.S. Department of the Interior, Republican Party, Companies and Corporations, Credit and Debt, Natural Resources

    12. May 21, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  12. Oil prices rebound; gas prices fall

    Crude oil prices have rebounded slightly after falling last week to their lowest levels in six months. Retail gasoline prices were falling in California after a painful 18.6-cent jump over the last two weeks. Nationally, the average retail price for gasoline was entering its seventh straight week of declines.
    Crude oil prices have rebounded slightly after falling last week to their lowest levels in six months. Retail gasoline prices were falling in California after a painful 18.6-cent jump over the last two weeks. Nationally, the average retail price for...

    Tags: Memorial Day, Market and Exchange, Gasoline Industry, Automotive Equipment, AAA

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