ENERGY STAR in the News

The Washington Post
November 30, 2011
“December Checklist: Winter Preparedness”
By Jeanne Huber

CNBC
November 17, 2011
“Factoring in Energy to the Cost of a Home”
By Stephanie Dhue

USA Today
November 2, 2011
“EPA’s Biggest (Energy) Loser? Fla. College’s Garage Wins”
By Wendy Koch

The New York Times
August 27, 2011
“Oh, to Be Warm in Summer’s Heat”
By Elisabeth Rosenthal

Seattle Times
July 29, 2011
“Green Strategies Come Out in Wash”
By Tom Watson

USNews.com
June 29, 2011
“ENERGY STAR Buildings Cut Emissions and Energy Costs”
By Danielle Kurtzleben

USA TODAY
June 14, 2011
“Pay-TV Set-top Boxes Inflate Electric Bills”
By Wendy Koch

The Philadelphia Inquirer
May 16, 2011
“ENERGY STAR Helping Some Schools Reduce Electric Use”
By Dan Hardy

San Jose Mercury News
April 28, 2011
“Go green AND save green in the home”
By Erika Riggs

Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration News
April 11, 2011
“Energy Star Guidelines Become More Rigorous”
By Joanna R. Turpin

San Antonio Express-News
March 6, 2011
“Building San Antonio: Small Changes Can Make a Big Impact on Energy Efficiency”
By Erik Murray

E: the Environmental Magazine
March 1, 2011
“Flat-Screens Gone Green”
By Carrie Madren

Kentucky Courier-Journal
February 28, 2011
“Kentucky Schools Save Energy, Cut Costs”
By Sara Cunningham

US News and World Report
February 23, 2011
“How to Green Your Laundry Room”

San Antonio Express-News
January 28, 2011
“Green Homes Cut Energy Costs”
By Ana Ley

Columbus Dispatch
January 16, 2011
“Home Energy Audit Can Cut Heating, Cooling Bills”
By Kurt Ludlow

St. Petersburg Times
January 3, 2011
“Use Appliances More Efficiently”

USA Today
December 23, 2010
“Simple Steps Can Whittle Heat Bill”
By Wendy Koch

U.S. News & World Report
December 15, 2010
“Cut Your Carbon Footprint and Save Money With New Gadgets”
By Cathie Gandel

Washington Post
December 2, 2010
“Time to Face Some Cold Truths”
By Jeanne Huber

The Plain Dealer (Cleveland)
November 17, 2010
“Whole-house Audit Can Cut Your Energy Bills”
By Roxanne Washington

The Columbus Dispatch
November 7, 2010
“10 Inexpensive Residential Fixes”
By Jim Weiker

The Seattle Times
October 2, 2010
“Efficient Home Heat is Hot New Budget Saver”
By Tom Watson

The Baltimore Sun
September 9, 2010
“Green Homes Can Be Affordable”
By Kelly Caffarelli

The Washington Post
August 28, 2010
“Living Green Isn't Out of Renters' Reach”
By Tiffany Hsu

The New York Times
August 25, 2010
“Devices That Help Plug Electrical Leaks”
By Jonathan S. Paul

Detroit Free Press
August 19, 2010
“Home Audit is the First Step to Energy Efficiency”
By Susan Zevon

Arizona Republic
July 10, 2010
“10 Ways to Cut Cooling Costs”
By Kara G. Morrison

The Washington Post
July 10, 2010
“U.S. Agencies Try to Restore Faith in ENERGY STAR Appliance Testing”
By Sonja Ryst

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
June 17, 2010
“Turn Up the Heat on Energy Savings”
By Nedra Rhone

The New York Times
June 9, 2010
“Beyond Flat Panels: A New Generation of TV Sets”
By Sam Grobart

The Washington Post
June 3, 2010
“Get These Chores Done and Then Relax”
By Jeanne Huber

The Indianapolis Star
May 15, 2010
“Supermarkets Stock Up On Energy Savings”
By Dana Hunsinger

The Washington Post
May 6, 2010
“Make Hay Whether the Sun Shines or Not”
By Jeanne Huber

Wall Street Journal
April 27, 2010
“Encouraging Business to Turn Off the Lights”
By Gwendolyn Bounds

San Jose Mercury News
April 16, 2010
“Celebrating 40 Years of Earth Day”
By Trine Gallegos

The New York Times
April 14, 2010
“U.S. Tightens Requirements for ENERGY STAR Certification”
By Matthew L. Wald

The Oregonian
March 29, 2010
“Making Your House More Energy Efficient”
By Ruth Mullen

The Washington Post
March 4, 2010
“Eight Steps to a More Eco-friendly Kitchen”
By Domenica Marchetti

The Seattle Times
March 2, 2010
“Less is More in Kilowatt Crackdown”
By Katie Ormsby

The New York Times
February 13, 2010
“Don't Overlook the Rewards for Thinking Green”
By M.P. Dunleavey

Chicago Tribune
February 7, 2010
“Save Your Energy with These Tips”
By Mike McClintock

The Washington Post
February 4, 2010
“Caulk Tub, Stop Air Leaks, Change Filters, Prepare Garden”
By Jeanne Huber

Building Operating Management
February 2010
“Maximize Green Investments with an Enterprise-Wide Approach”
By Maryellen Lo Bosco

USNews.com
January 28, 2010
“5 Unique Ways to Go Green if You're Living in a Dorm”
By Zach Miners

The Boston Globe
January 20, 2010
“Energy-Efficient Home Improvements Can Bring You Tax Savings”
By Carole Feldman

The Washington Post
January 1, 2010
“Energy Costs for D.C. Buildings Go Online”
By Mike Musgrove

USA Today
December 30, 2009
“Appliance Rebates Off to Slow Start”
By Wendy Koch

The Boston Globe
December 6, 2009
“Changes That Pay”
By Aubin Tyler

San Jose Mercury News
December 4, 2009
“Energy-Saving LEDs Brighten Holiday Light Displays”
By Laura Casey

The Washington Post
November 30, 2009
“Remaking St. Charles in a Shade of Green”
By Lisa Rein

The Washington Post
November 27, 2009
“By 2011, Greener Screens in Golden State”
By Paul Farhi

Chicago Tribune
November 6, 2009
“Developers Build Tight and Ventilate Right for a Healthy New Home”
By Leslie Mann

Sacramento Bee
October 28, 2009
“State to Launch 'Cash for Appliances' Program”
By Mark Glover

USNEWS.com
October 12, 2009
“5 Smart Ways to Lower Your 2009 Taxes”
By Philip Moeller

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
October 4, 2009
“You Have the Power to Save on Energy Bills”
By Consumer Reports

Chicago Tribune
September 11, 2009
“Efficient Appliances Are Worth the Extra Cost”
By Ken Sheinkopf

USA Today
September 8, 2009
“Green the Capitol' Initiatives Save Energy, Set a Good Example”
By Erin Thompson

The Indianapolis Star
September 3, 2009
“Energy-Saving Steps Win School a Star”
By Cindy Marshall

The New York Times
August 31, 2009
“Rating Group Gets Stricter On Buildings' Energy Use”
By Mireya Navarro

The Oklahoman
August 29, 2009
“Helping Owners Save in Energy Efficient Homes”
By Staff Reports

The Columbus Dispatch
August 7, 2009
“Churches Follow Bible of Green”
By Erin Dostal

San Antonio Express-News
July 28, 2009
“Home Improvements Can Save Energy, Money”
By Kevin Frazzini

San Jose Mercury News
July 24, 2009
“Tips for Reducing Your Home Energy Bill”
By Tracy Seipel

Inc.
July 1, 2009
“A Business Guide to Energy Conservation”
By Inc. Staff

San Francisco Chronicle
June 21, 2009
“Making Green Living Look and Smell Good”
By Michelle Devera

St. Petersburg Times
June 10, 2009
“Take Advantage of Recession Bargains and Rebates”
By Emily Rieman

Chicago Tribune
May 29, 2009
“Changing Your Daily Habits Can Lower Utility Bills”
By Alan J. Heavens

The Washington Post
May 16, 2009
“Windows Aren't Always a Clear Path for Savings”
By Terri Rupar

The Sacramento Bee
April 18, 2009
“Appliance Shoppers Dazzled by 'ENERGY STAR'”
By Debbie Arrington

The Washington Post
April 2, 2009
“Time to Say Bye to Washers of Old?”
By Denise DiFulco

Chicago Tribune
March 27, 2009
“Remodeling Tax Credit Gets a Boost”
By Lew Sichelman

The Sunday Oregonian
March 15, 2009
“Get Smart with Appliances”
By Carolyn Donohoe Marieb

St. Petersburg Times
March 14, 2009
“Stimulus Plan Brings Tax Breaks to Homeowners”
By B. Buckberry Joyce

Chicago Tribune
March 1, 2009
“Putting a Plug on the Drain Gang”
By Karen Klages

The Washington Post
February 21, 2009
“Think Big About Energy-Efficiency Measures, but Plug the Little Leaks”
By Katherine Salant

The Detroit News
January 31, 2009
“Find Ways to Save Money on Electric Bill”
By Glenn Haege

The San Diego Union-Tribune
January 25, 2009
“Cut Energy Calories”
By Cathy Lubenski

The Buffalo News
January 23, 2009
“Home Buyers Want Green Amenities”
By Sharon Linstedt

The New York Times
January 8, 2009
“In Your Kitchen, Cold War Strategy”
By Jay Romano

The New York Times
December 29, 2008
“Money Down the Drain”
By C. Claiborne Ray

Orlando Sentinel
December 29, 2008
“Habitat Home in Lake Will Preserve Energy”
By Amy C. Rippel

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
December 13, 2008
“Minor Tweaks Save Major Bucks”
By Mary Booth Thomas

Hartford Courant
November 23, 2008
“Saving Green by Going Green”
By David Funkhouser

The Star-Ledger
November 19, 2008
“Builders Go Green from the Foundation Up”
By Beth D’Addono

Chicago Tribune
November 14, 2008
“Lowering Utility Bill for Office at Home”
By Ken Sheinkopf

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
August 22, 2008
“URA Overwhelmed by Desire to Build Green”
By Diana Nelson Jones

The New York Times
August 6, 2008
“An Energy Diet for Power-Hungry Household PCs”
By Steve Lohr

San Francisco Chronicle
July 26, 2008
“Chillin’—Or Not—In the Garage”
By Lynette Evans

Daily News
June 22, 2008
“Choosing a Cost-Efficient Air Conditioner”
By Phyllis Furman

San Francisco Chronicle
June 9, 2008
“A Greener Glow for Computers”
By IIana DeBare

The Seattle Times
June 7, 2008
“Harnessing the Green Power of Windows”
By Tom Watson

Sun Sentinel
May 31, 2008
“It's Easier than Ever to Make Smart, Green Home Choices”
By Amy Hoak

St. Petersburg Times
May 24, 2008
“Spend to Save”
By Judy Stark

U.S. News & World Report
April 17, 2008
"Putting Your Home on and Energy Diet"
By Marianne Lavelle

San Antonio Express-News
April 11, 2008
"Building Green"
By Creighton A. Welch

Chicago Tribune
April 6, 2008
"'Going green' Offers Means for You to Save Some Green"
By Gregory Karp

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
March 2, 2008
"Several Products Will Help You Save Energy around Your House"
By Kevin Kirkland

Los Angeles Times
February 24, 2008
"Shrink Your Energy Footprint"
By Alex Pham

The Boston Globe
February 12, 2008
"How Green is My Building?"
By Thomas C. Palmer Jr.

The Washington Post
January 26, 2008
"Greener Pathways"

The Washington Post
January 17, 2008
"How To..."
By Jeanne Huber

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
January 5, 2008
"The Cream of the Green"
By Kevin Kirkland

Chicago Tribune
December 13, 2007
"Keeping the House Warm Without Breaking the Bank"
By Amy Hoak

The Boston Globe
November 18, 2007
"84 Ways You Can Help the Planet"
By Meaghan O'Neill

The Washington Post
November 17, 2007
"ENERGY STAR Appliances Save More than the Label Suggests"
By Katherine Salant

Chicago Tribune
November 11, 2007
"High Heating Bills Make Winterizing Your Home a Must"
By Gregory Karp

New York Post
October 25, 2007
"Green Streak"
By Max Gross

The Washington Post
October 14, 2007
"Lower the Bills with 5 Energy Savers"
By Mary Ellen Slater

Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
October 1, 2007
"A Shopping Guide to Eco-Friendly Products"
By Pat Mertz Esswein and Amy Esbenshade Hebert

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
September 23, 2007
"Saving the Planet Can Save You Money"

Newsweek
September 17, 2007
"Save Energy—and Money"
By Karen Springen

The Washington Post
August 21, 2007
"Going Green Is Good Business"
By Narasu Rebbapragada

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
August 19, 2007
"Money Tip: Go Green, Save Green"
By Marshall Loeb

The Daily Southerner
July 26, 2007
"Computer, MP3 Makers Heeding Consumers' Call To Be Eco-Friendly"
By Frank Norton

The Washington Post
July 20, 2007
"How To Find the Most Energy-Efficient Laptop Available"
By Melissa J. Perenson

U.S. News & World Report
July 17, 2007
"Top Ways To Fight Global Warming"
By Bret Schulte

USA Today
June 29, 2007
"How to Cover Your 'Carbon Footprints' at Home"
By Elizabeth Caldwell

The Christian Science Monitor
June 14, 2007
"New Push to Curb 'Cyberwarming' from Computers"
By Gregory M. Lamb

The San Diego Union-Tribune
June 13, 2007
"Little Changes in the Kitchen Can Make a Dramatic Difference in the Environment"
By Maria C. Hunt

The Providence Journal
June 11, 2007
"Connecticut Waives Sales Tax on Some Energy-Saving Items"
By Neil Downing

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