Accidentally Breaking a CFL - Is It Mayhem?

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Accidentally Breaking a CFL - Is It Mayhem?

Many media stories brought to the public's attention that fluorescent lights contain elemental mercury, which is a toxic metal. This raises a question about potential harm within your home and the homes of your ...

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Accidentally Breaking a CFL - Is It Mayhem?

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November 02, 2011

Many media stories brought to the public's attention that fluorescent lights contain elemental mercury, which is a toxic metal. This raises a question about potential harm within your home and the homes of your ... [continue reading]

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Solar Improvements for the Home

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September 03, 2010

Once homeowners commit to one form of solar improvement, they soon start inquiring about other options as well. Here's how to answer their need and grow your business. [continue reading]

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Do CFLs Still Pass the Test?

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May 03, 2010

Energy Star cracks down on deficient CFLs. [continue reading]

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Which Comes First, Lighting or Heating?

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July 01, 2009
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How much energy and money do homeowners save - or lose - by replacing incandescent lights with CFLs? [continue reading]

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Do CFLs Save Whole-House Energy?

Author: Anil Parekh
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November 06, 2008

If CFLs decrease cooling loads compared to incandescents, but increase heating loads, do they save energy overall? [continue reading]

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2007 Energy Bill a Mixed Bag

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March 09, 2008

It would be easy to think that the 2007 Energy Bill, signed by President Bush at the end of last year, was all about automotive fuel economy. The legislation that requires fleet wide average fuel economy ... [continue reading]

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Conversations from the Wx Frontlines: Robert Parkhurst

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Home Performance and the Real Estate Market: A Perfect Match

If the home performance industry had an online dating profile, it would likely be looking for someone with a great ...

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