WE ARE GREEN
Utility Companies have been dealing with the GREEN subject since long before it was popular. Maintaining utility plants efficiently with population growth, emissions, environmental impacts, and ongoing regulations and restrictions is a constant focus and concern. With population growth, utility companies are offering different rate structures to motivate consumers to manage their energy use more efficiently and to save on their utility costs. At the same time, energy management by consumers helps the utility companies manage their power supplies more efficiently.
Hydroelectric power
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Generates 9.4% of our electricity and is considered to be a clean, renewable source of energy. However, within the U.S., possible locations for new hydropower projects are beginning to diminish.
Nuclear
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The U.S. has 100 reactors, providing 20% of its electricity. Nuclear power is considered to be clean and efficient. Palo Verde Nuclear Power Plant received the last permit in America almost 25 years ago.
Coal
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Generates 54% of our electricity and is the single biggest air polluter in the U.S. Coal-fired power plants leave the largest footprint when it comes to smog, acid rain, air toxins and global warming.
In the quest for environment equality, homeowners can have the greatest impact if they manage their homes' utilities (footprint) as efficiently as possible. Not only is using an Energy Management Computer the single, most cost-effective way you can get a lower utility bill, it's the single best step in managing your home's footprint and contributing to improving our environment.