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| Make higher fuel efficiency and lower emissions top priorities when buying an automobile. See which models are rated greenest by greencars.com. Compare two vehicles . |
Buy only major appliances, with the Energy Star
label. See the condensed, on-line version of the
"Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings" for
info on how to select:
label. See the condensed, on-line version of the
"Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings" for
info on how to select:
| NOTE: The demand for stainless-steel is slowing the price drop for hybrid-auto batteries. Consider a painted finish. (Nickel goes into metal hydride batteries and stainless steel.) |
| Louisville Climate Action Network |
Learn More: Bigger Steps
| Practice Lawn Care for Cleaner Air. You will reduce emissions and beautify your landscape. You might be eligible for a cash rebate on your purchase of cleaner lawn-care equipment. |
You or your business may be eligible for
federal and state incentives for investing
in E2 and renewable energy!
federal and state incentives for investing
in E2 and renewable energy!
| Keep Louisville Cool! |
Experts agree that the biggest opportunities for reducing
our carbon footprint are in improving the energy efficiency
(E2) of our homes, HVAC, major appliances and automobiles.
our carbon footprint are in improving the energy efficiency
(E2) of our homes, HVAC, major appliances and automobiles.
Multi-family housing uses much energy than does
single-family housing. But just like home values,
your home's location makes a big difference, too.
Strive to live near where you work, attend school,
etc, and where you have access to TARC service.
single-family housing. But just like home values,
your home's location makes a big difference, too.
Strive to live near where you work, attend school,
etc, and where you have access to TARC service.
Insulate the attic, walls, band-boards,
etc, of your home or business. Options
include safe, expanding-foam products
(for closed and open spaces), cellulose
(made from recycled newspapers) and
fiberglass. Consult guidance before
deciding to either doing it yourself or
hiring a contractor.
etc, of your home or business. Options
include safe, expanding-foam products
(for closed and open spaces), cellulose
(made from recycled newspapers) and
fiberglass. Consult guidance before
deciding to either doing it yourself or
hiring a contractor.
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