2008 November | Fluorescent Efficiency From The Energy Superstore

How to Select and Customize Your Own Wood Stove

November 30th, 2008 Comments(0)

Wood stoves are specially designed stoves that use wood as the source of fuel for combustion and heating. Many varieties of wood stoves are available on the market. Each stove differs in its mode of operation, type of fuel used, brand, the heating capacity, and the type of materials used in their manufacture.

Standard Wood Stove Accessories

A standard wood stove can have a lot of accessories that can be purchased separately and are normally not supplied by the manufacturer with the product. With these accessories, you can create a custom wood stove with your own personal look and feel.

What is Energy Bill H.R. 6?

November 28th, 2008 Comments(0)

Energy Bill H.R. 6

Energy Bill H.R. 6, The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, is an energy bill that was passed to help the United States break away from relying on other countries for energy.

This bill was supposed to accomplish several goals:

to help the United States develop internal resources for providing energy by increasing production of fuels that are clean and renewable
to increase the efficiency of products, buildings, and vehicles by promoting research on greenhouse gas capture and storage options
and to improve the Federal Government’s energy performance

Representative Nick Rahall of West Virginia sponsored the bill, and it was made law on December 19, 2007, almost one year ago. Let’s see how much of an impact this bill has made so far.

Increasing Fuel Prices Cause Food Shortages Around the World

November 25th, 2008 Comments(0)

Biofuel

Today’s world is plagued by hunger and war, and despite all technological advancement, these are two things that humanity has been unable to eradicate since ancient times.

With global warming, the earth’s climate has changed drastically, influencing the seasons and thus crop growth around the globe. While global warming is contributing on one end to the ever-increasing food prices, another major contributor to this issue is oil.

OIL vs FOOD

The fossil fuels are undergoing fast depletion with excessive usage, and as the stock runs out, the prices increase steadily. But how does rising fuel cost affect food, you may ask.

23 Watt Compact Fluorescent Light Bulb - 100 Watt Equivalent

November 23rd, 2008 Comments(0)

23 Watt CFL

Detailed Description

Energy Star Approved
Manufacturer: Longstar
Base Type: E26 Medium Screw-In
Incandescent Equivalent: 100 Watts
Lumens: 1600
10,000 Life Hours
23 Watts
Length: 5.0 in.
Case Quantity is 50

40 Watt Compact Fluorescent Light Bulb - 150 Watt Equivalent

November 21st, 2008 Comments(0)

40 Watt CFL

Detailed Description

Energy Star Approved
Manufacturer: Longstar Lighting
Base Type: E26 Medium Screw-In
Incadescent Equivalent: 150 Watts
Lumens: 2650
10,000 Life Hours
40 Watts
Overall Diameter: 2.68 in.
Overall Length: 6.37 in.
Case Quantity is 50
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The Magic of Wood Stoves Can Save You Thousands in Energy Costs

November 19th, 2008 Comments(0)

Indoor Fireplace

This sentimental piece on wood stoves was written by a friend of the Energy Superstore, Julie, from Colorado. Here’s what she has to say about an old American tradition: burning wood in a wood stove for heat during the colder seasons.

The Magic of an Indoor Fireplace

I think about all the times I have spent in front of a roaring fire in my husband’s arms, staring out over the beautiful Colorado mountains. A roaring fire invokes a certain warmth, not just from the heat of the flames, but from the feelings it stirs inside.

It is a sight to behold–the crackling warmth of the fire, the sparks rising into the air–both real and metaphorical. Nothing gives a more definite sense of comfort than a real wood fire. The smell of the burning wood, the flickering light, and the warmth can make even the most temporary of places feel like a real home.

5 Watt Dimmable CFL Torpedo Light Bulbs - 25 Watt Equivalent

November 17th, 2008 Comments(0)

5 Watt Dimmable Torpedo Light Bulbs

Detailed Description

Manufacturer: Sylvania
Manufacturer’s Part Number: 29742
5 Watts
Incadescent Equivalent: 25 Watts
25,000 Life Hours
Color Rendering Index: 82
Color Temp: 3,000 kelvin (Warm White)
Light Output: 200 Lumens
Bulb Type: B10 Flame Shape (Torpedo)
Base Type: Candelabra (E12)
E26 Medium Base Adapter (Included)
Dimmable
Call for Quantity Discounts (972) 481-9522

Battling Electricity, Gas, and Oil Costs This Winter

November 15th, 2008 Comments(0)

Winter 2008

As winter approaches here in the US, many people are breathing a major sigh of relief. Just three short months ago, the price of crude oil was at historic highs.

Americans first felt the impact of high oil prices to their wallets in the price of gasoline. As the price of gas rose, people began to drive fewer miles in order to budget appropriately.

Looming in the distance, however, is the winter season.

SYLVANIA DOT-it® Portable LED Lights

November 13th, 2008 Comments(0)

DOT-it® bright white LED lights are the new smaller light source that outperforms incandescent tap lights in both brightness and life. They adhere to almost any surface imaginable and the design is just so simple: just push it on and push it off.

The first portable LED lights from SYLVANIA, you can stick and re-stick DOT-it® lights practically anywhere. Gently pressing the center of the light turns it on and off.

Sylvania DOT-it

Peel off the unique 3M adhesive backing and stick it wherever you need light. The adhesive sticks and re-sticks to practically any surface, without marring, and can withstand extreme temperatures from zero to 120 degrees. You can also leave on the adhesive backing and carry it like a flashlight.