Archive for October, 2010

Energy Efficiency, Green»

October…Energy Awareness Month too?

October...Energy Awareness Month too?

So, I just found out that October, among other things, is Energy Awareness Month.  Interestingly enough, Energy Awareness Month was proclaimed back in 1991, but still I have never heard of it nor have seen any publicity.  It was established to create activities and programs for businesses, associations and citizens to promote understanding of our energy needs, which would hope to assist in reducing our daily energy consumption. And this year [...]

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Eco Action Kits and More from Green Halloween

Eco Action Kits and More from Green Halloween

In the name of spreading the green this holiday season, Green Halloween has a site full of eco-friendly Halloween goodies for families and schools alike. Boasting sponsorships from biggies like Larabar, HGTV and Cascadian Farm Organic, Green Halloween is committed to creating healthier and more Earth-friendly holidays. From humble beginnings in Seattle circa 2oo7, nationwide volunteer coordinators are now working in their communities to bring [...]

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Green, Small Biz»

Houston Green Office Challenge

Houston Green Office Challenge

One of Houston Mayor, Annise Parker's, initiatives is to make Houston a greener, cleaner and healthier place for citizens to live. One way she is following through with this particular initiative is partnering with ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability to launch this City's first annual Houston Green Office Challenge. The City is challenging building owners, property managers, management districts and tenants to greenify their practices by [...]

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Save Money, Special Offers»

What’s a Good Rewards Program Worth? Why Bounce Energy has the Best Electricity Rewards Program in Texas.

What's a Good Rewards Program Worth? Why Bounce Energy has the Best Electricity Rewards Program in Texas.

So your local supermarket has a sale on certain products. As a college student I know I looooove these sales: 2 buy 1 get 1 free, 2 for $5, etc. But have you really looked into the actual dollar value of these sales. We become so consumed by the simple phrase that we forget to calculate whether it really is such a great deal. Let us take Bounce Energy’s Rewards program and figure out how much you can be rewarded when when you pay your bi [...]

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FAQs, Save Money»

Texas Electricity Provider Comparison: How Does Bounce Energy Stack Up Against TXU Energy?

Texas Electricity Provider Comparison: How Does Bounce Energy Stack Up Against TXU Energy?

Comparing Texas electric companies side-by-side can be a daunting process, especially considering information in a constantly shifting and organic deregulated energy market makes finding straightforward information often difficult. Now, I know what you're thinking. "How can someone posting on the Bounce Energy blog possibly make an objective comparison?" Fair enough, but I'm only really interested in displaying the facts as they are pre [...]

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FAQs, Moving, Save Money, Special Offers»

Bounce Energy Deals – Get Connected With High-Speed Internet, Home Phone, and TV

Bounce Energy Deals – Get Connected With High-Speed Internet, Home Phone, and TV

If you're looking to avoid interminable muzak on the phone while waiting for service reps to double-check if a special digital cable-phone-internet bundle offer includes your area, then listen up. You can avoid the whole tangled, confusing, time-consuming, and costly ordeal by going to BounceEnergyDeals.com and shop for your digital services all at one place. BounceEnergyDeals.com has teamed up with Acceller to make shopping for "digit [...]

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Charity & Community, Green»

8th Annual Planting on the Parkway

8th Annual Planting on the Parkway

Bounce Energy will once again be helping Bayou Buddies and Redbuds at their Annual Planting on the Parkway event happening this weekend. The event will be happening at Tapley Tributary near downtown, off Allen Parkway. Participants of the event will be treated to food from FreeBirds and cold beverages from St. Arnold's Brewery. This is guaranteed to be a fun event that will also help improve the habitat quality within the Houston bayous. It is [...]

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News, Special Offers»

Two New Rewards for Joining the Bounce Energy Family

Two New Rewards for Joining the Bounce Energy Family

So we have two new awesome additions to the Bounce Energy Rewards Program ... but first, a brief explanation of what the rewards program IS before spilling the beans on our new milestones. The Bounce Energy Rewards Program is our way of saying thank you for placing your faith in us. It's our way of showing how much we care about you, our customers, and rewarding you for joining our growing energy family in Texas. From free movie tickets and co [...]

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Save Money, Special Offers»

Top 10 Destinations to Visit with Your Companion Airfare

Top 10 Destinations to Visit with Your Companion Airfare

So you can get the most enjoyment from your Bounce Energy Rewards Program free companion airfare , I'm organizing my travel destination tips by season. So, plan ahead accordingly. Fall: Philadelphia, PA WHEN: soon --early October Good possibility of catching the world series this year at Citizens Bank Park. Independence Hall. The Liberty Bell. Shopping on South Street, then dinner near Rittenhouse Square. One other thing: real Philly [...]

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Energy Efficiency, Green, Save Money»

Energy Efficiency Tips for College Students

Energy Efficiency Tips for College Students

Speaking as a graduate student who has been living on her own since March, I try every possible way to be as energy efficient as possible in order to help conserve our planet as well as my wallet! Here are a couple of tips to help college students save money by being energy efficient: When picking a location to live for college, opt to get a place closest to or on campus. Replace air filters monthly. Consolidate household appliances when [...]

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Charity & Community, News»

Bounce Energy’s Efforts to Give Back to Its Communities and Charities

Bounce Energy's Efforts to Give Back to Its Communities and Charities

Last month, Bounce Energy donated $2500 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of North Texas. The Make-A-Wish Foundation was among the number of charities nominated in Bounce Energy's "Nominate Your Charity" campaign. We asked our Facebook fans and followers which charity we should donate to. After a month of voting, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of North Texas received the most number of votes. The Nominate Your Charity campaign was among the list of c [...]

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News»

Why You Should Switch to Bounce Energy

Why You Should Switch to Bounce Energy

Whether just moving to Texas, to a new home, or simply looking to cut costs and find a better electricity company to call home, why should you really consider switching to Bounce Energy? Good question, and it's easy to be subjective and simply say Bounce is a step ahead of the pack. I'd rather present the primary differences between Bounce Energy and other Texas electric companies, and focus on the ways you can save time, money and be rewarded [...]

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