Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘energy source’

“Greening” Your Home? Consider Dual-Fuel Systems

Thursday, June 16th, 2011

Dual-fuel (or hybrid) home-heating systems are gaining in popularity across the country.  The flexibility they provide in choosing your energy source helps you save money on your utility bills, and it’s also a “green” alternative to traditional heating systems.  To a certain extent, they allow you to switch to whatever heat source is most affordable during the winter.

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Generous Tax Credits Make It a Good Year For Solar Panels

Monday, May 9th, 2011

Green energy alternatives are everywhere. More electric and hybrid cars are on the road; composting and recycling are required in many cities; and the HVAC world has not been untouched. Homeowners now use geothermal heat pumps and wind turbines as energy sources. As well, solar panels continue to rise in popularity, particularly in the greater Fresno area and San Joaquin Valley.

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