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CE “lightens” the energy load

by C. Commisso

June 2nd, 2008 in Campbell-Ewald, CFL, Energy, Environment

Yes, finally — CFLs are here en masse! Over the past few weeks, Campbell-Ewald has installed CFLs in a total of 243 light fixtures around the agency. That adds up to about $4,500 a year in energy savings, and it’s just another way we’re trying to reduce our impact on the environment.

More on CFLs here. 

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Unplugged

by Kristin Kitson

April 7th, 2008 in Conservation, Electronics, Energy

It really doesn’t take much extra energy to save energy.

Last night as I was leaving the office in a rush, I pushed the silver button to shut off my screen rather then taking the 2.5 seconds to shut down my computer. It’s an easy habit to fall into, but as National Geographic’s green guide’s response to a reader mentions, “the only way to make sure a device isn’t sucking needless energy is to pull the plug out of the wall.”

Granted not every electronic at home or work can be disconnected everyday, so try disconnecting those devices that can. Although myths tell us shutting off electronics can harm the life span, experts from Energy Star and Consumer Reports disagree.

National Geographic recommends using power strips for ease.Check out National Geographic’s green guide for additional energy saving tips.

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Someone get the lights

by C. Commisso

March 28th, 2008 in Business, Campbell-Ewald, Conservation, Ecology, Energy

Turning out the lights may sound like a simple thing to do, but on March 29, it’s going to have a big impact here in the U.S. and around the world.Earth Hour 2008 is a movement that began with the simple action of turning off the lights for one hour to deliver a powerful message about energy conservation. Millions of people, business and cities across the globe will be “unplugging” for one hour on Saturday, from 8 - 9 p.m…and Campbell-Ewald is going to be one of them.

You should be, too. It’s one hour. Surely we can all live without the TV, the computer, and the microwave for that long.

Light candles.

Go to bed early.

Or, if it’s snowing (which is entirely likely here in Michigan), sit by a fire, and just…well, sit.

Or you can take some of Earth Hour’s suggestions, like taking the time to replace those old energy-wasting bulbs with CFLs. More suggestions on their site (but be warned: they’ve had so much web traffic over the past few days, the site has been really slow and sometimes unavailable)

Got other ideas for Earth Hour activities? Let’s hear ‘em.

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Use compact fluorescent bulbs (with care)

by Bob Huffman

March 20th, 2008 in CFL, Energy, Environment

Compact fluorescent light bulbs are a more efficient and longer-lasting alternative to the incandescent bulbs and many of us have switched to these carbon-friendly alternatives. But did you know that each bulb contains a trace amount of a neurotoxin that can cause kidney and brain damage?

The amount of mercury is tiny — about 5 milligrams, or barely enough to cover the tip of a pen — but that is enough to contaminate 6,000 gallons of water beyond safe drinking levels. Many governments and individuals have decided that the risk tradeoff of adopting compacts is worthwhile, but one thing that is rarely discussed is what you should do if one of these bulbs breaks in your home.

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