Entries tagged Finances

1. CT residents get solar panels with no upfront cost

   By Hank Green Posted Mon Aug 18, 2008 11:23am PDT for ecogeek

   

   A new program for Connecticut homeowners promises to expand home solar systems in New England. The state will provide low-interest loans to anyone of "moderate or low" income, and the solar systems will be installed for free. Read full post »

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   • Finances,
   • Solar Power

2. Location, location, location: the true cost of locality

   By Maria Stamas Posted Thu Aug 14, 2008 8:34am PDT for amorylovins

   

   A new 'affordability index' calculates how much money you save by living in cities and inner-ring suburbs. The gas savings of being close to work, school, and stores adds up. Read full post »

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   • Finances,
   • Tools,
   • House,
   • Commuting

3. Frugal beginners guide to going green

   By Huddler's Green Home Community Posted Mon Aug 4, 2008 10:22pm PDT for huddlergreenhome

   

   Find out how to spend less than $1,200 to save over $8,000 over the course of five years. Yep, going green can actually save you some green. Read full post »

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   • Finances,
   • Home and Garden,
   • Driving,
   • Tips,
   • Oil and Gas,
   • Electricity

4. Car insurance that costs less when you drive less

   By Michael Replogle Posted Mon Jul 28, 2008 8:58am PDT for climate411

   Pay-as-you-drive insurance charges you only for what you actually use, and a couple companies are testing it out. But many U.S. state regulations are in the way -- where does your state stand? Read full post »

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   • Finances,
   • Government,
   • Cars,
   • Commuting

5. Save 50% on your insurance by driving less

   By Hank Green Posted Tue Jul 22, 2008 2:42pm PDT for ecogeek

   

   Another reason to cut back on driving -- GMAC will lower your insurance rate by up to 54%. Drivers with GM's OnStar program can cash in on low mileage. Read full post »

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   • Finances,
   • Cars,
   • Commuting

6. Drive slow, save money -- really

   By Trystan L. Bass Posted Mon Jul 21, 2008 1:49pm PDT for greenpicks

   

   Is it really true that driving slower saves gas? In a word: yes. Read full post »

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   • Finances,
   • Tips,
   • Cars,
   • Commuting

7. Clean-tech investing for EcoGeeks

   By Tom Konrad Posted Thu Jul 17, 2008 2:46pm PDT for ecogeek

   

   Advice for picking innovations that will build your portfolio while helping the planet. Read full post »

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   • Finances,
   • Business

8. Clean energy jobs can revitalize the U.S. economy

   By Jackie Roberts Posted Thu Jul 17, 2008 11:15am PDT for climate411

   14 million Americans currently have green jobs, and two new reports show that renewable energy could exponentially increase the green workforce. Read full post »

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   • Finances,
   • Business

9. Five tips for a green staycation

   By Trystan L. Bass Posted Fri Jun 27, 2008 5:25pm PDT for greenpicks

   

   If you're among an estimated 50 percent of Americans who are considering vacationing near home due to rising gas prices, here's where to start. Read full post »

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   • Travel,
   • Finances,
   • Food and Drink,
   • Animals,
   • Gardening,
   • Nature,
   • Tips,
   • Locavore

10. Drive smart, save money

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Wed Jun 11, 2008 6:20pm PDT for greenpicks

    

    Want to know how much money you can save by driving smart? Take the Drive Smarter Challenge. Read full post »

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    • Finances,
    • Cars,
    • Tools,
    • Commuting