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5 Awesomely Misguided Public Protests

2:30 pm, November 16, 2011

As Penn State editors suggest students read up before rioting, we look at other times people stood up for a cause ... just because.

 

Bright Idea: Get the Right Light

4:00 pm, November 04, 2011

The government is implementing new lighting standards in January. New bulbs will cost more up front, but rack up savings in the long term.

 

The Least Energy-Efficient States

7:00 am, October 25, 2011

Many states have made huge strides in encouraging energy efficiency. Here are a few that continue to lag.

 

The 5 Best Tips for a Cheaper Winter

2:31 pm, October 24, 2011

Winter is on the way: Time to save some cold cash on heating costs. Here's where to find the biggest bang for your buck in quick, cheap home improvements.

 

Quest for Gas Mileage May Make Spare Tires Extinct

1:00 pm, September 14, 2011

This year, more than 14% of new car models on sale in the United States came with liquid tire sealant and a portable electric air pump instead of a spare, a trend ...

 

How Big Oil Holds America Hostage

4:00 pm, September 12, 2011

Sara Nunnally, co-author of Barbarians of Oil, explains how Big Oil is holding America's economy hostage.

 

5 Fast Ways to Boost Home Energy Efficiency

12:00 pm, September 12, 2011

Taking small steps now to boost your home's energy efficiency will pay big dividends later when heating bills start to arrive.

 

BMW’s New Electric Car

4:00 pm, April 25, 2011

BMW will introduce 1,000 units of an concept electric car, let drivers try them for a while, then come out with a mass-market model.

 

Why Oil Prices Spike Mortgage Rates

4:28 pm, April 04, 2011

The U.S.-led invasion of Libya and Japan’s economic turmoil have set oil prices on an uphill climb, which means higher mortgage rates—and steeper costs—for ...

 

Energy Dept. to Cut Costs for Start-Ups

12:00 pm, March 29, 2011

Chu announced Tuesday that the department will reduce the required paperwork and total upfront cost of licensing patents for start-up companies.

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