Firework tents are long gone, kids are back-to-school shopping, and pumpkin covered decorations are starting to creep into the stores. That’s right – summer is coming to a close. As the season starts to change and attention starts to shift toward the colder months ahead, it is important to keep in mind how to make sure your home is as …
How to Go Green
Of all the home trends currently sweeping the nation, one of the largest and most substantial movements is the idea of being “green”. This idea of making your home as energy efficient as possible is not only easy to attain, but is also easy to sustain.
How to Have an Energy Efficient Home this Winter
Winter is a beautiful time of the year. With blankets of snow covering the ground and warm fireplaces to cozy up next to on a cold night, it can be easy to forget the headaches that all too often come with this chilly season – like high energy bills.
Add Insulation for Better Energy Efficiency this Winter
It’s no secret that energy costs are on the rise. The U.S. Energy Information Administration projects that U.S. homeowners will see increased energy costs this winter. They forecast price increases of 22 percent for natural gas, 28 percent for heating oil, and 26 percent for propane this winter compared to last winter. Increases in the cost of electric heating are …
KCP&L Requests 12.5% Rate Increase for Kansas Customers
On Jan. 1, 2015, KCP&L filed a request with the Kansas Corporation Commission to increase rates for Kansas customers by 12.5 percent. Most of the $67.3 million revenue generated by the increase will be used to recover the costs associated with federally mandated environmental upgrades and reliability investments. What will this rate increase mean for you? For the average Kansas …
Looking to Lower Your Heating Bills This Winter? Some Pointers for Winter Savings
Residents of Kansas know better than anyone what it’s like to suffer through a bitterly cold winter. Staying warm in your home while the cold rages outside is probably a major priority for most during the heating season. Unfortunately, a toasty home can be very expensive, and if you’re wondering how to lower heating bills without sacrificing comfort, these tips can help you do just …
What is LEED?
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, is a certification process that allows builders, designers and operators to perform under an environmentally conscious set of guidelines. Developed by the non-governmental, non-profit organization called U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), LEED was developed in the early 1990s. Originally comprised of one single standard, it has since grown into an entire system …
Kids Back in School? Now’s the Time to Enjoy Energy Savings
Having the kids home for summer can be a lot of fun, but it also means that you have to run the A/C quite a bit to keep the house cool when the house is occupied every day. However, when the kids hit the books again and head to class each day, there are some ways you can take advantage and …
Costly Energy-Saving Myths
As temperatures around the Kansas City area heat up and utility bills roll in, homeowners continue to look for ways to reduce consumption and spending, while still keeping cool. Here are some energy-saving myths you’ll want to avoid, along with some advice on what really works. Myth: Cranking down the thermostat will cool your home faster. Fact: Unless your A/C …
Higher HVAC Efficiency Standards Are Coming: What Does That Mean in Kansas?
New energy efficiency standards for furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and other HVAC appliances will soon come into force. Some of the jargon used to discuss the new standards can be confusing. Here are some useful energy-efficiency terms to know when trying to interpret information on the upcoming changes. SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) How efficiently air conditioners and heat …