December 2011
Feature Stories
At the Solar Decathlon, houses designed and built by students show how sweet homes can be
No matter how much you love something or someone, there comes a releasing time
Co-ops go the extra mile to show children the benefits of co-op membership
Departments
More Power
Light displays are changing to LEDs
Give renewable energy for the holidays
Should we shut off our water heater until we need it?
LED holiday lights help lower your power bill
Jacob’s Log:
I Remember
Your Energy, Your Future
Easy entertaining tips for your holiday gatherings
Remember it should be fun and festive, not overwhelming
Green gifts that save energy and help the environment
Today’s holiday shoppers have more choices than ever
Be careful when withdrawing retirement funds
Learn the rules around your savings when it comes to withdrawals
Carolina Compass
Holiday light displays across the state
From a parade of shining boats to a giant glowing pickle
Energy Cents
DIY projects boost efficiency of solar heat
On The House
Does it make sense to clean your HVAC ducts?
Carolina Kitchen
