Efficiency Programs Are Pricey for Illinois Industrial Companies

Guess who gets zapped by Springfield’s latest energy-efficiency plan Crain’s Chicago Business, November 5, 2016 Who knew cutting electricity usage could cost so much? The state’s large industrial and manufacturing companies would see significant increases in their electric bills to help bankroll a dramatic expansion of energy-efficiency programs run by Commonwealth Edison and downstate utility … Read more

Do Smart Thermostats Really Save Consumers Money?

Nest-Thermostat Smart Thermostats

Can smart thermostats really help save money on your energy bill? Global News, May 1, 2016. Image credit: Nest According to a recent study commissioned by Telus, one of the greatest perceived benefits of living in a “smarter” home includes saving money and being greener. Of those who currently own a smart home gadget, 36 … Read more

Is HR 8 a Comprehensive Energy Bill?

Energy Bill a ‘Mixed Bag’ for HVAC ACHR News, January 11, 2016. Image credit: InspiredImages On Dec. 3, 2015, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a comprehensive 275-page energy bill that aims to modernize the country’s energy infrastructure, bolster the energy and manufacturing workforce, increase America’s energy security and diplomacy, and promote energy efficiency and … Read more