What’s the difference? Hybrid vs. electric vehicles

What’s the difference? Hybrid vs. electric vehicles

Electric vehicles (EVs) offer a variety of benefits over traditional gasoline-powered cars, from the lower costs of fuel and maintenance to reduced greenhouse gas emissions. If you’re in the market for an electric vehicle, you’ll find there are different...
Rethinking electric vehicles: Everyday rides

Rethinking electric vehicles: Everyday rides

Electric vehicles (EVs) sound cool to a lot of people. But are they a practical option for your normal life? Depends on your normal.   Some people worry about how far a car can go on a charge — often referred to as range anxiety. The average American drives about...
Reducing waste around your home

Reducing waste around your home

American households generate about 250 million tons of trash a year, an average of 4.4 pounds per person each day, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Much of this waste ends up in landfills, where it leads to a host of environmental problems....
The right connection: Generator safety tips

The right connection: Generator safety tips

Your electric power is generally reliable, but outages do happen. Extended outages can be inconvenient or uncomfortable, depending on the weather.   For many homeowners, including those with security or medical issues, reliable backup power is more than just a...