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Energy

Understand the basics of energy generation and energy sources, the rise of renewables, the future of the electric grid and how the clean energy revolution impacts your own utility bills.

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Wind Energy Explained: What is Wind Power & Its Role in a Renewable Energy Future?

Breezing Through the Basics: Residential Wind Turbines

Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy in Massachusetts

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Solar Energy Explained: What is Solar Power & Its Role in a Renewable Energy Future?

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Is Nuclear Energy Renewable Or Sustainable? Pros & Cons

Hydrogen car displayed in Tokyo

Futuristic Fuels: What Is Green Hydrogen & Its Role In a Clean Economy?

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What is the Average Electricity Bill of a 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartment?

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Small Biz Energy Saving Tips: 11 Ways to Lower Your Company's Electric Bill

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The Perch Green Index

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Biomass Pros & Cons: Feasible Clean Energy Option or One Big Folly?

Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy in Delaware 

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Can Solar Panels Really Power a Whole House?

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy in Minnesota

Pros & Cons of Fossil Fuels: A Future Without Them?

Portland, Maine

Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy In Maine 

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Natural Gas Explained: What Is Natural Gas & Is It Renewable Or Nonrenewable?

A closeup of wood chips, which are a form of biomass.

What Is Biomass? A Renewable Energy Source, But Not So "Clean" (Yet)

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Benefits of LED Lighting: Cost Savings & Eco-Friendly

A home with solar panels on the roof.

100% Clean, Renewable Energy Doesn't Mean Expensive Energy for Homeowners

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What's a "Solar Farm?" All About Solar Parks, Solar Gardens & Solar Power Stations

Wind turbines in a field of dandelions.

Green Energy Doesn’t Cost More: Why Cheaper Renewables Is Great for People, the Planet

Sunset over the Adirondack Mountains in New York

The Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy in New York

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Clean Energy Explained: What Is Renewable Energy vs. “Green” Energy?

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Energy Efficiency Explained: Less Power, Same Output, Healthier Planet

Wind turbines at sunset.

Pros & Cons of Renewable Energy: Advantages Over Fossil Fuels

Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy in Illinois

Hydropower Plant

Hydropower Explained: What Is Hydropower & How Does it Work?

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Why Are Energy Prices Are Rising? How To Manage Surging Costs (And Save)

An open field with large solar panel arrays, making up a solar farm.

Community Solar Explained: Ultimate Guide to How Community Solar Works

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Grid-Connected Renewable Energy Systems for Homes & Businesses

Table sugar which contains hydrogen

Hydrogen Fuel Explained: How ‘H’ Can Become a Clean Energy Source

A three-bladed wind turbine high in the sky with cloud covering around it.

Wind Power Pros & Cons: Advantages, Disadvantages of Wind Energy

A hydroelectric power plant in Oregon.

Hydropower Pros & Cons: Advantages, Disadvantages of Hydroelectric Energy

Ocean waves.

Tidal Power Explained: What is Tidal Energy & Is It Renewable?

Electricity power grid

What is Energy Deregulation?

Kitchen with appliances

What Appliances Use the Most Electricity in Your Home?

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LED vs CFL: Which Lightbulb Is Most Energy Efficient

Paramus, New Jersey

The Ultimate Guide to Renewable Energy in New Jersey