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Thursday, October 22, 2009  Rebates and incentives from utilities companies are helping residents save money on improvements to make their homes more energy-efficient.

Thursday, October 15, 2009  Using a lower thermostat setting, sealing windows and doors, and insulating windows are just a few simple things you can do to reduce your heat usage this winter.

Thursday, September 24, 2009  Blinds, Curtains, and Plastic Window Wrap are a few affordable ways to keep heat in your home this winter, which can reduce energy costs.

Thursday, September 10, 2009  Using certain colors, materials, and designs in a home can increase the amount of heat it gets from the sun.  Using passive solar design can help cut down on energy usage and costs, especially during the winter months.

Thursday, August 13, 2009  A new program at NMC offers education and training for green careers.  The first class will be completing their coursework this week.  From here, they can become energy auditors or work as quality control.  Many of the students came into the program through Michigan's No Worker Left Behind program, which assists displaced workers with new education and training.

Thursday, July 23, 2009  The Michigan Interfaith Power and Light Group, with a Grant from DTE Energy, is providing MIchigan churches with energy audits as a first step to making the buildings more energy efficient.

Thursday, May 14, 2009  An energy auditor inspects a home inside and out for potential energy leaks.  The homeowner will later receive a report detailing where and how the home is losing heat and energy, along with recommendations for fixing the problems.

Wednesday, March 04, 2009  A Charlevoix company offers energy audits to help residents and business owners make their buildings more energy efficient.  Ric Evans, the company's owner, says Michigan has the potential to become a leader in green energy.