Shopping for an Energy Efficient House
Shopping for an Energy ...
If you’re in the market and looking for a new house, you’ll want to take stock of the features that affect the home’s energy efficiency. Purchasing wisely can save hundreds of dollars over the course of a lifetime. Here are some things to look for: Overall The best indicator...
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Keeping the Heat Out of Your Home
Keeping the Heat Out of...
The Heat is here!  What are you going to do about it? One of the basic principles of thermodynamics is that “heat goes to cold”.  In other words, warm air is always seeking cooler air.  In the summer, this means that when the temperature is hotter outside, it’s trying to...
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Ceiling Fans
Ceiling Fans...
Fans have been making hot weather more bearable for centuries.  They create a wind chill effect that makes you feel more comfortable.  And they work just as effectively in your home—even if it’s also cooled by natural ventilation or air conditioning. Since some rooms in your...
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Energy Efficiency and Showerheads
Energy Efficiency and S...
Overview Did you know that low-flow showerheads not only save water but energy, too? Less hot water, translates to less energy needed to heat that water. Nearly 1.2 trillion gallons of water are used for showering in the United States annually. Standard showerheads use 2.5 gallons...
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Pool Efficiency
Pool Efficiency...
With summer finally here, now’s a good time to think about your outdoor living. Swimming pools and their equipment use a significant amount of electricity, but there are a number of things you can do to improve the energy efficiency of your pool. A good place to start is to reduce...
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Kill a Watt, Save Energy
Kill a Watt, Save Energ...
Have you ever wondered how much energy it takes to run your TV, computer or kitchen appliance? Now you can find out. Idaho Power has teamed up with libraries throughout Idaho to bring you an easy-to-use tool that can help. Now, you can check out an Energy Efficiency Kit from your...
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Skylights
Skylights...
Do you have spaces where you constantly turn on lights during the day? Consider a skylight or solar light tube. They add natural light – brightening dark spaces and reducing the need for artificial lighting. But skylights can also enhance solar heat gain and both products can...
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Choosing a Contractor
Choosing a Contractor...
Making Upgrades To Your Home? Choosing A Contractor Doesn’t Have To Be Hard. Summer is here and it’s a great time to make energy efficient improvements to your home. Some of the energy efficiency programs Idaho Power offers require using a professional contractor for installation...
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Safety
Safety...
For many of us, Fourth of July celebrations mean flags, outdoor barbeques and fireworks. As you celebrate Independence Day, Idaho Power reminds you to be safe and keep fireworks away from power lines. Our safety philosophy that “All Injuries Can Be Prevented” is supported in an...
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Efficiency, Energy and Laundry (Part II)
Efficiency, Energy and ...
(Part II of a series begun April 24) Since the average American family does about 400 loads of laundry a year, today’s conversation is about getting good laundry results while reducing energy use and money spent. Clothes Washing Review If you need a new washer, it’s a great...
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