Since 1977 the Nebraska Energy Office has administered the Low Income Weatherization Assistance Program — a federally funded program for weatherizing homes to save money and energy. Continue...»
Dave Roberts of the National Renewable Energy Research Laboratory (NREL) has been researching the market acceptance of the Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Index in the U.S. housing market. His research discovered that in 2017, 23% of all completed new homes in the U.S. were HERS rated. Continue...»
The 11th Annual Nebraska Wind & Solar Conference is a two-day event that brings together a diverse range of stakeholders from Nebraska and across the country to share the latest information and innovations in wind and solar. Continue...»
In Fillmore County, between Grafton and Fairmont, three new wind turbines have made their home south of Highway 6, each standing at 473 feet. Continue...»
Nebraska is second only to Iowa in corn-based ethanol production. Nebraska has the capacity to produce more than 2.2 billion gallons of ethanol a year, which is 14 percent of the nation's ethanol supply. Continue...»
Continuously throughout the year, energy statistics data series are updated as new information becomes available. Some series are updated weekly, monthly, annually or... Take a look...»
There’s no avoiding this reality in farming: Direct energy accounts for 5 to 7 percent of farm expenditures; indirect energy accounts for 9 to 10 percent. More info...»
A good way to teach kids about energy is with an introduction to the concept of energy. Students discuss specific types of energy and the practical sources... Continue learning...»
Proper maintenance can help keep your air conditioner running efficiently and prolong the life of the unit. Hot weather has arrived, and you've likely used your air conditioner at least a few times already. Learn more...»
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