Every Day is Earth Day
What is Earth Day?
Earth Day was started in 1970 by Gaylord Nelson, a United States Senator from Wisconsin. The first Earth Day led to the creation of the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the passage of the Clean Air, Clean Water, and Endangered Species Acts. Some 20 million people participated in the first Earth Day, with over one billion people taking part each year.
There are a variety of simple actions you can take to help make Delaware a cleaner, healthier place to live. Below you will find a list of community events, where you can learn how to make wise energy decisions. You can even submit a question to our Energy Expert, or browse through our Energy Savings Tips to keep our earth green.
How you can celebrate Earth Day every day:
Community EventsThere are events around Delaware that are open to the public and are great places to learn about saving energy and preserving our planet. Would you like to see your event highlighted here? Tell us about it. Delaware State Fair
The Delaware State Fair will be held at 18500 S DuPont Highway in Harrington, Delaware. The entertainment schedule has just been announced and tickets are now on sale! Energize Delaware will be participating to share the latest news on rebates and energy efficiency tips for all attendees. For more information, visit the Delaware State Fair website.
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Ask the Energy ExpertOur Ask the Energy Expert section allows you to submit a question regarding your home or business, and to receive valuable advice on saving energy and money. Q: My energy bills were really high this past winter and I want to plan ahead and do more to lower my energy use. I’ve heard about energy audits, but I am not sure about what they involve or who to contact. Where do I start? A: First, take a look around your home to assess your home’s efficiency with these leading energy wasting culprits. There are a number of ways you can act now and start saving by focusing on a few key areas, including sealing cracks and leaks, insulation, heating and cooling equipment and lighting... continue reading |
Video: Kids GreenfestCheck out this video to see how young Delawareans are learning about helping the environment by saving energy.
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Energy Saving TipsThese energy saving tips can help you save the environment and keep a few extra dollars in your pocket! Programmable ThermostatsProgrammable thermostats offer up to four pre-programmed settings to regular your home's temperature. Try out the programmable thermostat tool from ENERGY STAR® to see what you can save! Calculate your Carbon FootprintIf we all take a few simple steps to create less greenhouse gases, we can reduce the effects of climate change. Calculate your personal impact! Look for the EnergyGuide LabelWhen shopping for a new appliance, look for the yellow EnergyGuide label that tells you the unit's energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR rated appliances meet strict guidelines and are the most efficient on the market. |
