By: Megan McLaughlin
According to Green-e, a nationwide program for renewable resources, “98 percent of electricity in the United States comes from non-renewable resources such as coal, natural gas, and nuclear power.” Luckily, people are beginning to realize the strong impact our consumption is having on our environment and are now searching for solutions. Everyday we are developing new ways to conserve, but energy conservation is a hot topic and some large companies and even small businesses are turning to green energy sources; promoting awareness and greening our future.
When you think of efficient ways to create and supply energy, many simply think of solar power. However, some newer, lesser known concepts are becoming much more prominent; This Michigan based program, for instance, is drawing their energy from wind and biomass, “reducing air pollution, preserving the environment, and fueling the state’s economy.” DTE Energy offers, “Kilowatt-Hour Block Enrollment plans.” Subscribing customers can pay small, monthly installments in addition to their current electric bill, allowing part of the resources that provide their home or business with energy, to be from renewable resources.
According to Green-e, a nationwide program for renewable resources, “98 percent of electricity in the United States comes from non-renewable resources such as coal, natural gas, and nuclear power.” Luckily, people are beginning to realize the strong impact our consumption is having on our environment and are now searching for solutions. Everyday we are developing new ways to conserve, but energy conservation is a hot topic and some large companies and even small businesses are turning to green energy sources; promoting awareness and greening our future.
When you think of efficient ways to create and supply energy, many simply think of solar power. However, some newer, lesser known concepts are becoming much more prominent; This Michigan based program, for instance, is drawing their energy from wind and biomass, “reducing air pollution, preserving the environment, and fueling the state’s economy.” DTE Energy offers, “Kilowatt-Hour Block Enrollment plans.” Subscribing customers can pay small, monthly installments in addition to their current electric bill, allowing part of the resources that provide their home or business with energy, to be from renewable resources.
Another company that specializes in greener electricity solutions is Clean Currents. Residents and businesses alike can choose Clean Currents as a low cost alternative to powering their spaces. This Washington, D.C. business is sporting their “Powered by Clean Currents” logo and so are many others in the area.
The statistics and facts are shocking and true, but the steps we are taking can leave us hopeful. It is refreshing to see so many programs and companies that are taking positive steps in the right direction. Using renewable resources is a simple, low-cost solution; it’s difficult to pass up such an easy solution to a better future for ourselves and the environment and many homeowners and businesses especially, are catching on.
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