http://washingtonenergy.com/ Recently published articles http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/392/shade-trees-save-money-energy http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/392/shade-trees-save-money-energy Homeowners who plant shade trees aren't just investing in a more beautiful yard - they're also setting themselves up to enjoy some modest long-term energy savings. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/874/modern-fireplaces-can-produce-big-savings http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/874/modern-fireplaces-can-produce-big-savings Homeowners can find big energy savings by looking no further than their own fireplaces, according to recent reports. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/866/renewable-energy-still-attractive-to-investors http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/866/renewable-energy-still-attractive-to-investors A recent report finds that investors are still showing strong support for renewable energy, even in light of a global recession and credit crunch. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/690/solar-energy-costs-continue-to-fall http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/690/solar-energy-costs-continue-to-fall Solar energy may be nearing the long-awaited milestone of costing no more to generate power than traditional fossil fuels. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/335/resolve-to-save-money-on-energy-this-year http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/335/resolve-to-save-money-on-energy-this-year Homeowners can set themselves up to enjoy long-term money savings by paying close attention to small details like their light fixtures, appliances, and insulation, according to energy experts. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/781/report-2009-expected-to-be-among-warmest-years http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/781/report-2009-expected-to-be-among-warmest-years Scientists are reportedly predicting that 2009 will be among the top five warmest years on record. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/542/budget-woes-crimp-climate-agenda-in-washington http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/542/budget-woes-crimp-climate-agenda-in-washington Budget difficulties are forcing the state of Washington to scale back its plans to combat climate change, according to recent reports. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/856/home-weatherization-seen-as-increasingly-important http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/856/home-weatherization-seen-as-increasingly-important Home weatherization is emerging as an increasingly important aspect of the nation's energy conservation goals. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/407/new-building-methods-require-no-air-conditioning http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/407/new-building-methods-require-no-air-conditioning Architects in Portland, Seattle and other U. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/769/new-techniques-produce-unprecedented-home-energy-efficiency http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/769/new-techniques-produce-unprecedented-home-energy-efficiency A building trend that is gaining popularity in Europe may eventually help U. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/598/wind-energy-expected-to-continue-strong-gains http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/598/wind-energy-expected-to-continue-strong-gains The American Wind Energy Association is predicting that 2009 will be a year of progress for renewable energy, despite current economic conditions. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/735/consumers-help-turn-used-cooking-oil-to-biofuel http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/735/consumers-help-turn-used-cooking-oil-to-biofuel Consumers around America are helping to advance renewable energy with a simple step - donating their used cooking oil to be turned into eco-friendly biofuel. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/454/natural-gas-vehicles-continue-to-face-hurdles http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/454/natural-gas-vehicles-continue-to-face-hurdles The emerging natural gas vehicle industry continues to face various hurdles, including a lack of filling stations and relatively high consumer costs. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/736/technology-could-maximize-renewable-energy-potential http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/736/technology-could-maximize-renewable-energy-potential Renewable energy technology will continue to get more sophisticated in the coming years with help from mapping systems that determine which areas offer optimal conditions for power generation. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/977/coalition-urges-obama-to-back-tidal-power http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/977/coalition-urges-obama-to-back-tidal-power A group of local officials and organizations from the Northwest and other regions are calling on the incoming Obama administration to help the emerging wave energy industry develop. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/360/holidays-brightened-with-energy-efficient-leds http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/360/holidays-brightened-with-energy-efficient-leds Some consumers are saving money and showing their support for the environment this holiday season with energy-efficient Christmas lights. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/340/wind-industry-cites-year-filled-with-accomplishments http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/340/wind-industry-cites-year-filled-with-accomplishments 2008 was filled with milestones and accomplishments, according to the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA). Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/226/states-warming-to-methane-gas-technology http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/226/states-warming-to-methane-gas-technology Cows may soon be enlisted to do their part to help the Northwest transition to a new energy economy. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/474/americans--used-less-imported-oil-in-08 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/474/americans--used-less-imported-oil-in-08 Americans are importing less oil these days, although it remains to be seen if this is part of a long-term trend towards less use in general. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800 http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/722/solar-technology-finding-increasingly-innovative-uses http://washingtonenergy.com/articles/article/722/solar-technology-finding-increasingly-innovative-uses Solar energy technology may soon pass a significant milestone with a Japanese company's plan to use it to help propel a cargo ship. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 12:00:00 -0800