U.S. Gases Hit Record as World Meets on Climate Talks (Update2)
By Jim Efstathiou Jr. Dec. 3 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. emissions of greenhouse gases blamed for global warming climbed 1.4 percent in 2007 to a record on higher use of heating and air-conditioning and reduced reliance on hydroelectric dams to generate electricity.

How to Cut Heating and Cooling Costs without Cutting Comfort
(ARA) -- Heating and cooling systems account for 56 percent of energy used in a typical home, making it the largest energy expense for most households, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.

U.S. Gases Hit Record as World Meets on Climate Talks (Update1)
By Jim Efstathiou Jr. Dec. 3 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. emissions of greenhouse gases blamed for global warming climbed 1.4 percent in 2007 to a record, helped by higher use of heating and air-conditioning and reduced reliance on hydroelectric dams to generate electricity.

Underfloor heating: The hot way to stay warm this winter
The latest survey on home decorating trends found that underfloor heating is now one of the most desirable items on a prospective buyer's list, along with power showers and American-style fridges.

NEW Burn ban lifted
This feature is under development and will be available soon. Residents may use their stoves again in Yakima County. The Yakima Regional Clean Air Authority has lifted the burn ban as it applies to home heating.

Fatal accident Friday
Friday about 3 a.m., an accident on Highway 160 at Mesquite Avenue took the life of a new Pahrump resident. Jesse Ray Wabbel, son of Gus Wabbel, owner of Angel Air Conditioning and Heating, had lived in Pahrump for only three months when his vehicle rolled and he was partially ejected.

Greenhouse gas emissions increase in US
The Energy Department reports U.S. greenhouse gases emissions increased last year by 1.4 percent after a decline in 2006. The report Wednesday said carbon dioxide pollution from burning of fossil fuels rose by 1.3 percent in 2007. The report attributed the increase to colder winter weather and a warmer summer that required more fuel burning for heating and electricity to run air conditioners. ...

Hinsdale Library to close next Wednesday, Thursday
The Hinsdale Public Library will be installing two new roof top units as part of their heating and air conditioning improvement project next Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 10 and 11.

Winterizing Your Home for Good Indoor Air Quality
(ARA) - As the weather begins to cool, we start preparing our homes for the winter season. Closing up the house and using your heater can really have an impact on indoor air quality.

Air quality in offices 'below par'
Almost 80 percent of office buildings in Qingdao, Shandong province, fail to meet national standards for indoor air quality, and people's health is suffering as a result, a local trade association has said.

Air quality in offices 'below par'
Almost 80 percent of office buildings in Qingdao, Shandong province, fail to meet national standards for indoor air quality, and people's health is suffering as a result, a local trade association has said. According to a survey by the Qingdao Indoor Furnishing Industry Association, the results of which were released on Sunday, just 22 percent of the city's offices have acceptable air quality, ...

Winner Of "How Old Is Your Furnace" Contest Announced
Koch Air, LLC, a distributor of Carrier heating and air conditioning products, along with the Louisville-area Carrier Factory Authorized Dealers, announced the winner of the ?How Old Is Your Furnace?? Contest on Nov. 21.

FOX-E Team: Heat Your House With Your Pool?
Did you know you can use your pool to heat your house -- even when it's cold outside? 7 On Your Side's Chris Coffey shows you a new heating and air conditioning system that's good for the environment, and even better for your wallet.

Province, community groups announce strategy to deal with home heating crunch: $200,000 donated to Salvation Army Fuel ...
The P.E.I., government is making a $200,000 donation to the Salvation Army Fuel Program and offering a number of other programs in an effort to help all residents cope with fluctuating energy prices this winter.

AMCA International Approves AMCA 222-08, an "Application Manual for Air Curtains"
Approved by AMCA International, AMCA 222-08 covers Air Curtain Unit theory, components, construction, testing and certification of ratings, as well as applications, benefits, selection, purchase, installation, service, and maintenance. When areas of different temperatures are separated or when perimeter openings are protected, ACU can provide energy savings, optimized comfort, safety at busy ...

Low-energy houses help Austrians to stop sending money up in smoke
Vienna - Temperatures may be falling and energy prices are still high, but an increasing number of Austrians living in low-energy houses have little to worry about this winter. Martin Mueller, 40, his wife Barbara, 35, and his children have been livi...

Stuffing brand sponsors hot air in bus shelters
"Experiential marketing" tactic is a response to consumers' growing ability to ignore traditional advertising.

Slashing Your Home Heating Bills
Although winter heating prices are expected to decrease this year; your bill might actually be higher than years past. Find out ways you can help reduce those costs.

Updated 12/2: Hinsdale Library closing for two days for improvements
The Hinsdale Public Library will be closed Dec. 10 and 11 in order to make improvements to the building's heating and air conditioning.

U.S. greenhouse gas emissions rose 1.4 percent in 2007
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. greenhouse gas emissions rose 1.4 percent last year on unfavorable weather that boosted demand for heating and cooling and as generation from hydropower sources declined, the Energy Information Administration said on Wednesday. U.S. emissions of gases blamed for warming the planet last year were about 16.7 percent above the key 1990 level, or a rise of 1.7 percentage ...