[Energy Efficiency]
The real power of gaming
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Just how much energy do they use?
From “bowling” a perfect game with your Nintendo Wii to creating a golfer that looks—and swings—just like you with your Microsoft Xbox 360, today’s newest game consoles are more powerful than ever. While these systems make fantasy seem like reality, new studies indicate...
[Energy Efficiency]
Cut back while you cook
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Before you make another meal, check out our recipe for energy savings in the kitchen
Whether you cook because you have Top Chef aspirations or simply as a cheap alternative to eating out, you can save energy in the kitchen. Mother Earth News estimates the average family cooks 1.5 meals a day and uses about 30 minutes of energy for every meal. Over the course of a year, it may cost y...
[Energy Efficiency]
Energy Myth of the Month
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
How much do you really know about energy savings? We debunk a common misconception.
Myth: Insulating the ceiling or walls of my home will cause even more heat to leak out of the windows.
Fact: Let’s face it—if your home is not properly sealed, air will find a way to leak out, causing you to waste energy and money. However, improving the insulation of one area of...
[Energy Efficiency]
Be a Tight Watt in September
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Investing wisely makes good cents
The energy use of two families living in two homes exactly alike can vary by 100 percent, which means that how you use what’s in your home can double (or halve) your energy bills.
The best way to save on electrical power is to use just what you need. Sometimes that means being careful about u...
[Seasonal Topics]
September holidays and observances
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Our neighbors to the south celebrate their independence, and a legend was born
September 9
National Grandparents’ Day was founded by the very grandmotherly-looking Marian McQuade in the 1970s. Now, her descendants carry on the tradition with the stated intent of “strengthening the bond between grandparents and grandchildren...[and] drawing compassionate attention ...
[Agriculture]
Century Farms program
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Ways to honor Iowa farmers and agriculture history
In August at the Iowa State Fair, a number of Iowa farms were honored for reaching the Century Farms designation—being in the same family for 100 years—or the Heritage Farms designation—in the same family for 150 years.
According to Janet Lee of the Iowa Department of Agriculture...
[General Information]
Whole Foods helps farmers
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Low-interest loans available
Through its Local Producer Loan Program, Whole Foods will make $10 million available each year for low-interest loans to small, local producers.
Eligible products include agricultural crops, value-added food products and other all-natural grocery items. Funds can be used for expansion - to bu...
[Commitment to the Community]
Win a Hometown Helper Award
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Here’s your chance to help your town
General Mills is awarding grants between $500 and $15,000 based on essays submitted on behalf of a local government, civic or charitable organization or public school.
Requests for funding can be for projects such as lights for a sports complex, library books, playground equipment, Boys and Girls ...
[Safety]
Prevent identity theft
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Keep your information safe
The next time you decide to throw away an old bank statement before shredding it, think twice. Your personal information on the statement can wind up in the wrong hands.
Identity theft is a serious crime that occurs when identity thieves gain access to your personal information and use it to commi...
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