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Closed Crawl Spaces and Warmer Floors

Q: Will closing my crawl space vents keep the floors of my home warmer? A: It would be nice if merely closing crawl space vents would […]

Testing for Radon

Q: Is radon a concern in homes with crawl spaces, and should I get a test? A: Testing for radon is an inexpensive and commonsense way […]

Musty Crawl Space

Q: My home occasionally has a musty odor, and I’m worried it could affect my health or the health of my home. I suspect the vented crawl space […]

Kerosene Space Heaters

Q: Is it OK to heat my home with a kerosene space heater if my furnace isn’t working? A: An indoor kerosene heater should only be […]

The Importance of Carbon Monoxide Alarms

Q: How important are carbon monoxide alarms in homes that are all-electric? A: Think of carbon monoxide alarms as seat belts. You may never need them, […]

Changing Your HVAC Filter

Q: How much will I save by changing the filter for my central air conditioner every month? What other benefits does it have? A: The short […]

Carolinas Energy Planning for the Future

From 2014 to 2016, Advanced Energy worked on the Carolinas Energy Planning for the Future project with the South Carolina Energy Office, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality […]

Lighting Your House

Lighting accounts for approximately 5 to 10 percent of your household energy bill. This amount may not seem like a lot, but it can add up quickly. In […]
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Electric Vehicle Strategies for Electric Co-ops

Electric vehicles (EVs) continue to grow in popularity, and for good reason: They save money on gasoline, benefit the environment, require less maintenance and offer a quiet, smooth, fun […]

Advanced Energy’s Affordable Housing Programs

For nearly two decades, we at Advanced Energy have been transforming the affordable housing market by organizing and contributing to programs for new and […]