Archive for June, 2009
Energy Efficiency, Green, Save Money»
By admin, June 30, 2009, Energy Efficiency, Green, Save Money
Only run dishwashers and clothes washers when fully loaded. This
will save water in addition to electricity. Wash clothes in warm and
cold water and you’ll use 80 to 85 percent less energy compared to
using hot water.
Use the air-dry setting on your dishwasher. Using the heat-dry
setting can also heat the kitchen, causing the air conditioner to run
more.
When drying clothes, do not overfill the dryer and use the
automatic setting if available. [...]
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News, Special Offers»
By energy_linguist, June 28, 2009, News, Special Offers
Curious as to what, in addition to the unique rate plans and prices, makes Bounce Energy a bit different from your average Texas electricity provider? Your average incentive for signing up for electricity varies by company, but generally include bill credits and other like or similar programs.Bounce's loyalty program is a bit of a different animal, simply rewarding you for being a good customer. Straight forward, no application necessa [...]
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Energy Efficiency, Green, Save Money»
By admin, June 26, 2009, Energy Efficiency, Green, Save Money
Because your microwave uses 70% less energy, use it to reheat or warm up food.
Toasters are great for small jobs. They use one third to one-half of the energy an oven uses.
Turn off your oven ten to fifteen minutes before cooking time runs
out; food will continue to cook without using the extra electricity.
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Save Money»
By energy_linguist, June 25, 2009, Save Money
Summer is here, just in case the sweltering heat and sweat baths didn't clue you in. While energy efficiency and going green is a hot commodity these days, not enough information is being shared on how you can cut costs without actually spending money. Sure there are some great ways to save on your energy costs, but reality is simply changing a few habits can save you money without spending a dime.
Set your thermostat at a normal, consistent [...]
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Energy Efficiency, Green, Save Money»
By admin, June 24, 2009, Energy Efficiency, Green, Save Money
Set temperature to 120°F if your dishwasher has its own water heater, otherwise set it at 140°F.
Repair leaking faucets. Warm-water leaks should be given immediate
attention because they can raise your electric consumption rapidly.
Drain your hot water tank regularly to remove sediment.
Wrap your water heater in an insulating jacket if it is located in an unheated area such as a basement or garage.
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FAQs, Special Offers»
By bouncey, June 22, 2009, FAQs, Special Offers
One offer that we constantly get positive feedback on is our companion airfare promotion. Bounce Energy customers who sign up for our Fantastic Fixed Six and Blue Sky Now also receive Unlimited FREE companion Airfare with no blackout dates for one whole year. It’s easy to explain and easy for customers to redeem:
When the customers pay on time for their first 3 months of service, they will receive a gift card from our partner in the mail.
Th [...]
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Energy Efficiency, FAQs, Green, News»
By admin, June 19, 2009, Energy Efficiency, FAQs, Green, News
Solar Energy is the radiant light and heat that is harnessed from the Sun by humans to be converted into energy. Solar energy is generally converted into electricity in 2 different methods:
Photovoltaic (PV devices) or Solar Cells - PV devices are most often used at locations that aren't connected to an electric grid. These cells can change sunlight directly into electricity.
Solar Power Plants - These power plants produce electricity when su [...]
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Energy Efficiency, FAQs, News, Save Money, Special Offers»
By admin, June 18, 2009, Energy Efficiency, FAQs, News, Save Money, Special Offers
Your Electric Bill can be one of your most confusing bills to read, and Texas Electricity in general can be stressful to understand. That’s why Bounce Energy has created a portal to help Texans understand the Texas deregulated electricity market better. Here are a few things the Education Center can offer you.Texas Electric Choice and Your Power to ChooseLearn about your Power to Choose a Texas Electricity Company that is right for you. Find ou [...]
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Energy Efficiency, FAQs, News, Save Money»
By bouncey, June 17, 2009, Energy Efficiency, FAQs, News, Save Money
As I’m sure most people remember, the cost of electricity prices last summer were some of the highest in recent memory. I’m sure many of the people on here will remember a record scratching moment when they looked at their bill and saw that their electricity rates from their favorite electricity providers had jumped up as much as 50%, maybe higher. But for the most part, increased energy rates in the summertime in Texas is standard ope [...]
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FAQs»
By energy_linguist, , FAQs
Following up on the blog post last week, The Anatomy of a Fixed Rate Plan, this week I'm focusing on variable rates and how to best assess whether this option is the ideal electricity plan for you. Disclaimer: Several factors determine whether you should go with a fixed vs. variable rate, namely monthly budget, the area you reside in and the available electricity providers.A variable rate is advantageous for different reasons:
Allows you to c [...]
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Energy Efficiency, Green, Save Money»
By admin, June 15, 2009, Energy Efficiency, Green, Save Money
Set
your thermostat to 78°F in the summer and 68°F in the winter-every
degree of extra heating or cooling will increase energy usage 6% to 8%.
Setting your thermostat to a lower temperature than normal will not cool your home faster.
On warm days raise your thermostat to 80°F or higher if leaving for more than four hours.
Using ceiling or portable fans instead. Fans move the air and make
the room feel four to six degrees cooler, and will use [...]
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FAQs, News, Special Offers»
By energy_linguist, June 11, 2009, FAQs, News, Special Offers
A fixed rate is really not as much of an enigma as it may sound. In fact, your average electricity plan is pretty straight forward once you dive through the lingo and get to the meat of it. I figured with the new offerings here at Bounce Energy, it was a good time to clear the air on what a fixed rate truly entails.A fixed rate plan is very simple. Your provider will detail the contract terms when signing up for new service. Fixed-rate plans are [...]
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