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Windmills generate clean electricity.

Hate Coal Pollution? Switch to Solar, Wind.

Good job! Our consumer demand for clean energy has significantly reduced demand for power generated by polluting coal. Solar, wind, hydro, biomass, and geothermal energy sources combined are making a large impact in providing the energy Americans need. Burning coal pollutes the air and generates carbon dioxide, a major cause of climate change. Given how […]

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Energy Star certified LEDs

Are You Smarter Than a Lightbulb? Only if You’re Using ENERGY STAR Certified LEDs!

Are you smarter than a light bulb? If you’re using ENERGY STAR certified LEDs, congratulations! You are!! You can prove it by sharing a photo of your best LED moment on Facebook or Twitter using the #LightTheMoment hashtag. #LightTheMoment If you’re not using ENERGY STAR certified LEDs, well…the light bulb might win. That may sound […]

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Clean Coal? Not Really…

The subway billboards are stark, stunning and attention grabbing. Against a black backdrop, bright yellow letters shout: “Burning coal is the dirtiest way we produce electricity.” “There are no homes in America powered by clean coal.” “CO2 emissions from coal-based electricity are greater than emissions from all the cars and trucks in America.” The video version […]

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