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Making smart choices helps consumers keep money in their pockets and save energy. Learn more about how you can save energy and money in the four areas you live your life — at home, at school, at work and on the go — with the news and resources below.

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Energy efficiency saves money for individuals and communities alike. The Alliance offers a variety of no-cost and low-cost money and energy saving tips to fit individual pocketbooks, including suggestions for slashing your home electricity bill and preventing blackouts, lowering operating costs in your office and cutting gas costs.

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LUMENnow.org: Coalition Presents Consumer Lighting Website

Date: Jul 25, 2011

Author(s): 
Allyson Schmutter

Want answers to lighting questions? Look no further than LUMENnow.org, a new website designed to educate consumers about their lighting choices and the benefits of today’s energy-efficient bulbs. 

Want answers to lighting questions? Look no further than LUMENnow.org, a new website designed to educate consumers about their lighting choices and the benefits of today’s energy-efficient bulbs.

The Heat is On – But Energy Efficiency Can Curb Summer Energy Bills

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Author: 
Allyson Schmutter
Contact Email: 
aschmutter@ase.org
Date: 
July 21, 2011

While the “Dog Days” of summer may have you down while your energy bills are up, the Alliance to Save Energy advises consumers to take energy efficiency steps around the home that will keep you cooler and more comfortable, while cutting your energy bills.

Washington, D.C., July 21, 2011- While the “Dog Days” of summer may have you down while your energy bills are up, the Alliance to Save Energy advises consumers to take energy efficiency steps around the home that will keep you cooler and more comfortable, while cutting your energy bills.

The Inception of PACE Financing, its Support, and its Potential

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July 20, 2011

Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) is a financing tool designed to reduce the hurdles that impede residential and commercial property owners from implementing energy efficiency and renewable energy upgrades to their property.

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Alliance to Save Energy Applauds House for Refusing to Pull Plug on Energy-Efficient Lighting

Congress Refuses to Pull Plug on Energy-Efficient Lighting
Author: 
Ronnie Kweller
Contact Email: 
rkweller@ase.org
Date: 
July 12, 2011

The Alliance to Save Energy today applauded the U.S. House of Representatives for putting reason before politics in rejecting a bill that would have pulled the plug on energy-efficient lighting standards.

Washington, D.C., July 12, 2011 – The Alliance to Save Energy today applauded the U.S. House of Representatives for putting reason before politics in rejecting a bill that would have pulled the plug on energy-efficient lighting standards.

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House Refuses to Pull Plug on Energy-Efficient Lighting

Date: Jul 12, 2011

In a show of support for energy efficiency, the U.S. House of Representatives voted against a bill that would have turned back time on the way Americans light their homes. If the bill became law, it would have forced U.S. families to miss out on significant energy savings.

In a show of support for energy efficiency, the U.S. House of Representatives voted against a bill that would have turned back time on the way Americans light their homes.

Congress voted down the politically named “Better Use of Light Bulbs” (BULB) Act, which was sponsored by Rep. Joe Barton (R-Texas), on a 233-193 vote, missing by 40 votes the two-thirds majority needed for passage.

Allyson Schmutter

Communications Project Manager
Contact Email: 
aschmutter@ase.org

Allyson Schmutter is the Communications Project Manager at the Alliance. She is the main media contact at the Alliance and writes media releases, advisories, blogs, and website content. Allyson also works on a variety of communications efforts, including helping plan and execute media and social media strategies. Additionally, since joining the staff as a Senior Communications Associate in May 2011 with video shooting and editing skills, Allyson prepares video content for the Alliance.

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The Alliance and EnergyNOW! Provide Fuel Efficiency Tips

Date: Jul 08, 2011

Author(s): 
Allyson Schmutter

Although you might not be able to reign in rising energy prices, you do have the power to keep your fuel costs down by following a few simple tips. The Alliance and energyNOW! are providing fuel efficiency tips as part of their collaborative partnership.

Although you might not be able to reign in rising energy prices, you do have the power to keep your fuel costs down by following a few simple tips. 

The Alliance and energyNOW! are providing fuel efficiency tips as part of their collaborative partnership.  In short videos, the Alliance’s Monique O’Grady tells you how to keep money in your wallet, save fuel and improve safety while driving.

2011 ‘Stars of Energy Efficiency’ Award Roster Led by Energy Pioneer Daniel Yergin, Asst. Navy Sec. Jackie Pfannenstiel

2011 ‘Stars of Energy Efficiency’ Award Dinner
Author: 
Ronnie Kweller
Contact Email: 
rkweller@ase.org
Date: 
July 7, 2011

The Alliance to Save Energy is awarding energy-efficiency pioneer and expert Daniel Yergin its Charles H. Percy Award for Public Service at its annual, black-tie gala, the 19th annual Evening with the Stars of Energy Efficiency, to be held here October 4. The award recognizes an individual’s outstanding public service and/or lifetime commitment to energy efficiency.

Washington, D.C., July 7, 2011 – The Alliance to Save Energy is awarding energy-efficiency pioneer and expert Daniel Yergin its Charles H. Percy Award for Public Service at its annual, black-tie gala, the 19th annual Evening with the Stars of Energy Efficiency, to be held here October 4. The award recognizes an individual’s outstanding public service and/or lifetime commitment to energy efficiency.

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Alliance in the News Roundup: Lugar Floats Energy Bill

Date: Jul 05, 2011

 

The media regularly quote the Alliance's in-house experts and feature the Alliance's accomplishments in energy efficiency. The latest media coverage of the Alliance includes:

    • Honorary Vice Chair Sen. Dick Lugar (R-Ind.) was noted by The Hill on his energy plan to curb oil imports and enable home and building efficiency provisions. The Alliance was mentioned for its support of low-cost financing for energy-saving upgrades.
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