Tag Archive for: ENERGY STAR

5 signs that you need a new heating system

Space heating can really take up a lot of space on your energy bills; it accounts for more than 45% of a typical home's annual energy use, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Upgrading to a new unit can help you save energy and money, but how do you know when the time is right? For most heating systems, there are certain telltale signs of trouble. Consider making a change if:

Entergy Texas earns ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award

Third consecutive year for the Entergy Solutions program to be honored by EPA

Entergy Texas recognizes Memorial Hermann The Woodlands for energy efficient upgrades

New facility at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands resulted in a total incentive of $98,000 from Entergy Texas Commercial Solutions program

Entergy Louisiana earns 2022 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award

Entergy Louisiana’s Entergy Solutions program has been awarded the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award

Entergy Arkansas POPS Program Earns ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award

The Entergy Arkansas Entergy Solutions Point of Purchase Solutions (POPS) Program recently received the 2022 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy.

Entergy New Orleans earns 2022 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award

The Energy Smart program was recognized for its efforts to advance innovations in residential energy efficiency programs and technologies to improve the affordability of home energy upgrades for diverse households through Home Performance with ENERGY STAR. This marks the fourth time Entergy New Orleans has been recognized by the Department of Energy for its efforts with Energy Smart, following awards in 2014, 2016, 2020 and 2021.

Is it time to replace your electric water heater?

If you’ve had your water heater 10 years or longer, it’s probably time to think about replacing it — before it fails and you end up with a flooded basement or garage. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, water heating is typically the second largest use of energy in the home, surpassed only by heating and cooling. Switching to a high efficiency model can save thousands of dollars over the lifetime of the unit, and the best time to research and purchase is before an emergency ever happens.

What are your home cooling habits?

Air conditioning is essential for comfort on hot summer days, but it's also a big energy user. Despite this, a lot of households have some air conditioning habits that aren't so cool, according to a U.S. Department of Energy survey. According to the survey:

Are you cool with your air conditioning system?

An air-conditioned home is your refuge from the hot summer weather. If your air conditioning system is starting to lose its cool, don't sweat it. There are steps you can take to make your home more comfortable and save money.

Entergy Arkansas Earns ENERGY STAR Award, Saves 290K MWh in 2020

The Entergy Arkansas Entergy Solutions Programs have been awarded the prestigious ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for the third year in a row for its exemplary commitment and dedication to energy efficiency.