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3 Common Misconceptions About Solar Energy Debunked [SPONSORED]

Double Down — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:33:23 +0000

Author - Justin Puik

Let’s face it, the idea of a solar installation can be scary. You may be thinking to yourself, “I don’t want to pay some huge amount of money to have people drill holes in my roof!” That’s fair. Any addition to your home should be well-thought out and researched, and we always want our neighbors to have all the facts. We realize you may have heard a lot of different things about solar, and we want to clear up some of the misconceptions that may be floating around the community. We've teamed with Trinity Solar to dismiss 3 common myths about solar energy.

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Potential Rate Hikes Not Welcome By Most JCP&L Customers [AUDIO]

Ilya Hemlin — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:21:04 +0000

Jersey Central Power & Light's request for over $600 million from ratepayers is not sitting well with residents, many of whom lambasted the utility during a public hearing on the matter in Freehold.

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Why Solar Energy is Important to New Jersey [SPONSORED]

Meredith Chambers — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:00:57 +0000

In 2013, it is essential to understand just how important solar energy is for our future, our environment and especially for our pockets. Getting the facts about increased electric rates and how these costs particularly affect New Jersey is a great start to understanding the significance of solar energy

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NJ Offers Sandy Victims Energy Rebates [AUDIO]

Kelly Waldron — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 15:00:22 +0000

Enhanced financial incentives are available for victims of Hurricane Sandy as they rebuild their homes and businesses.

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Should All NJ Gas Stations Have Back-Up Generators? [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 09:47:24 +0000

In the days after Superstorm Sandy, many New Jersey gas stations were without power, and long lines formed all over the Garden State.

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NJ Falls Behind In Energy Efficiency Rankings [AUDIO]

Joe Cutter — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 10:19:17 +0000

A new study of the most energy efficient states in the Northeast shows New Jersey, an early leader, has now fallen behind.

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Sweeney Says Christie Administration Is 'Foot-Dragging' On Wind Power [AUDIO]

Joe Cutter — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 09:46:11 +0000

State Senate President Steve Sweeney says 'foot-dragging' in the Christie administration may prevent New Jersey from taking the lead in the emerging wind power industry.

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Could Sandy Lead to More Green Energy? [AUDIO]

Rosetta Key — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 14:30:02 +0000

Hurricanes, flooding and storm surges are natural occurrences and the environment is equipped to recover from after big bad storms, according to Green Peace Research Director Kurt Davis.

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Some Tips On Saving Energy As Winter Approaches [AUDIO]

Joe Cutter — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 09:33:49 +0000

With the onset of Fall, many homeowners are starting to think about their energy bill for the coming winter. Saving energy and money will be foremost on their minds.

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Obama Attacks Romney on Wind-Power

Townsquare News Network — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 21:55:07 +0000

President Barack Obama is blasting Mitt Romney for opposing tax supports for wind power.

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