Archive for May, 2009
Green, News»
By energy_linguist, May 29, 2009, Green, News
If you ask Andy Stone over at Forbes, then the answer is yes. Recognizing that opponents generally tote the economic argument in their pockets, he raises some very poignant points about a 25% renewable energy standard in 2025. The Energy Information Administration (EIA) recently conducted a study detailing the particulars of the government requiring utilities to produce more renewable energy.The results are not as clear cut as I would have assume [...]
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Moving, News, Special Offers»
By bouncey, May 20, 2009, Moving, News, Special Offers
Moving is one the most stressful events in one's life. That's why we have created a portal to help movers with their quest for a smooth move. So, you might ask yourself... "What can I do with this new Move Center?" - well, it's pretty simple, here's what it is:
Order the Express Move Electricity Plan
This electricity plan was created especially for movers, so not only do you get a great low rate for electricity, but we'll take of several oth [...]
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Save Money»
By energy_linguist, May 15, 2009, Save Money
The Houston Chronicle's NewsWatch: Energy blog details a recent report from an analyst at Legacy Energy on the current futures of natural gas."The expectations we have for future price action are for a sideways to higher pattern, a reversal of the downtrend pattern of the past 9 months. We do not expect a return to the extreme volatility of 2008."Translation. The downward price trend looks to be shifting back the other way, so now w [...]
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Energy Efficiency»
By energy_linguist, May 8, 2009, Energy Efficiency
May 6 marked an interesting date in the development of nuclear energy, the less glamorous brethren of other alternative energy sources. U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced funding from the Department of Energy (DOE) for 71 university-led nuclear research and development projects that could see the light of day as early as September 2009, barring any unforseen delays.One of the highlights of the increasing scope of the U.S. commitment to nu [...]
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FAQs»
By energy_linguist, , FAQs
You've probably heard the term deregulation a few times, but like most of us, it sounds a bit too heavy on the energy lingo to make much practical sense on the surface. Have no fear. Deregulation, in a nutshell, is quite simple. And one of it's greatest benefits lies in the ease of switching providers without interrupting service. Kind of like buying new kicks without the guy who smells like shoe leather pelting you with endless questions [...]
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Moving, Save Money, Special Offers»
By bouncey, May 6, 2009, Moving, Save Money, Special Offers
We're in the first week of May... and that usually signals to us in the "industry" that it's moving time. So, for this month, we've decided to upgrade and feature our Express Move plan for those of you looking to relocate.The Express Move plan is a variable rate plan, which is great right now because prices continue to fall. The offer includes the following:
Your choice of a $50 Macy's Gift Card or $50 Home Depot Gift Ca [...]
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News, Special Offers»
By Vernon T., May 5, 2009, News, Special Offers
The Energy Information Agency said that last week that 82 billion cubic feet (Bcf) of natural gas was put into storage in this country which is a record for this year. This brings the current underground storage supply to 1823 Bcf or 22.5% above the five year average.All told, that's an awful lot of natural gas. And as most consumers know, a high supply means natural gas prices will be low.Since Texas electric power is mos [...]
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