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Do Energy-efficient Electronics Reduce Energy Use, Really?

Nov 7, 2013

A colleague lamented recently that while she’s working hard to make her company’s data centers more energy efficient,...

A New Home Energy Gadget: The Sexy Smart Thermostat

Nov 2, 2011

Is the Nest thermostat just a marketing ploy?

The Guilty Pleasure of Reading

Apr 26, 2011

Contemplating the carbon break-even point of the Kindle.

Gore’s Hopeful New Climate Book

Nov 10, 2009

Essential reading for Copenhagen and beyond

Fluorescent Lights: One Homeowner’s Experience

February 17, 2009

Some hits and misses, one year after a complete changeover ...

Gift Guide: Last Minute Stocking Fillers

December 16, 2008

Still need some gift ideas? Here are three great last-minute stocking fillers from Terrapass. ...

Green Gift Guide: Gifts for Women

December 9, 2008

Still looking for a gift for mom? The Terrapass green store is here to help. ...

Gift Guide: Gifts that Save Energy and Money

December 2, 2008

You don't have to be a geek to appreciate the savings from these. ...

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Do Energy-efficient Electronics Reduce Energy Use, Really?

A New Home Energy Gadget: The Sexy Smart Thermostat

The Guilty Pleasure of Reading

Gore’s Hopeful New Climate Book

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