What is the Average kWh Per Day in American Households?
According to the most recent data from the United States Energy Information Administration, the average American household consumes 10,800 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity a year. That translates to approximately 900 kWh a month and
7 Ways to Celebrate National Energy Conservation Day
Monitoring your energy consumption may seem like a chore, but it’s really an opportunity to give back ‒ not just to ourselves and our communities, but to future generations as well. Climate and sustainability
Is The Microwave Oven The Most Energy Efficient Kitchen Appliance?
Today is National Microwave Oven Day (yes, that’s a real holiday) so let’s take a minute to learn about this household appliance. Who Invented The Microwave? It’s a funny story, actually. The creation of
5 Great Ways to Celebrate National Christmas Lights Day
Christmas lights have been an American tradition since 1880. Before then, people decorated their homes by placing candles in windows or carefully balancing them on Christmas trees. Perhaps not surprisingly, it was Thomas Edison
Clean Out Your Fridge To Save Energy
November 15th is National Clean Out Your Fridge Day and while that may sound like a silly holiday to celebrate, it makes a lot of sense. For one, it’s the perfect time to clean
