The latest news & tips
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Kansas Living Magazine features Energy Green Grandpa (and Grandma) in new online article!
This week, the 60+ year environmental education career of Dr. George Potts (a.k.a “Energy Green Grandpa”) was featured in Kansas Living, an online magazine published in affiliation with Kansas Farm Bureau. Reported and written by Sheridan Wimmer, the article, entitled “Energy Green Grandpa shares energy tips on YouTube“, traces Dr. Potts’ long career as a…
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How to shop for energy efficient LED lightbulbs &(get rid of non-LED bulbs)
In this episode of Energy Green Grandpa, Dr. George Potts talks about the advantages of LED lightbulbs, how to get rid of non-LED lightbulbs, and how to read the packaging so that you know what kind of LED lightbulb you’re buying. You also get a little science history lesson along the way! LED Light Bulbs…
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Energy-Gobblin’ Goblin is back — and this time he’s leaving all the doors open!
This this all-new episode, Energy-Gobblin’ Goblin is back — and this time he’s opening all the doors in the house (and leaving them open). What will Energy Green Grandpa do to fight back? • 10 Energy Wasting Habits, and How to Fix Them (Shipshape) • 10 Bad Energy Habits to Break (Volunteer Energy Cooperative) • 8 Common Energy-Wasting Habits (Agway)
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What is the most energy efficient way to cook (and reheat) food in the kitchen?
In this episode of Energy Green Grandpa, Dr. George Potts talks about the kinds of kitchen stoves his mother and grandmother used, and explores the merits of induction cooking and using microwaves to cook and reheat food. Induction Cooking Technology • How to Maintain Kitchen Appliances (This Old House) • Major Appliance Buying Guide (This Old House)…
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Save money by keeping your “shower songs” short (and using an Energy Star certified water heater)
In this episode of Energy Green Grandpa, Dr. George Potts “sings in the shower” and offers up some good tips on how to save energy and money by keeping showers short, using an efficient shower head, and choosing a good hot water heater (preferably an Energy Star certified one). All About Water Heaters How to…
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Don’t be an “Energy-Gobblin’ Goblin”! (Be sure and turn off all the lights when you leave the room.)
In this week’s episode of Energy Green Grandpa, the super-villain known as “Energy-Gobblin’ Goblin” makes his first appearance! • 10 Energy Wasting Habits, and How to Fix Them (Shipshape) • 10 Bad Energy Habits to Break (Volunteer Energy Cooperative) • 8 Common Energy-Wasting Habits (Agway)
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How sweaters, “snuggling,” and thermostat tips help save energy when it’s cold
In this week’s YouTube episode of Energy Green Grandpa, Dr. George Potts teams up with “Energy Green Grandma” (aka Alice Potts) to show how strategic thermostat use can help save money when they weather gets cold. All About Smart Thermostats • The 7 Best Thermostats (This Old House) • 5 Best Smart Thermostats (This Old House) • Getting…
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How to keep energy “vampires” from running up your electricity bill
In this episode of Energy Green Grandpa, Dr. George Potts shows how you can set up a power strip to help regulate the “vampires” that can accidentally increase your energy bill. Energy saving tips: Phantom power loads • 3 Easy Tips to Reduce Your Standby Power Loads (Energy.gov)
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How motion-sensor lights can help you save energy
In this episode of Energy Green Grandpa, Dr. George Potts shows how you can use timed motion sensors to turn off your lights and help you save energy, save money, and reduce your carbon footprint. • The Best Motion Sensor Light Switches (from Bob Vila) • Motion Sensors Light Guide (Reviews.org) • Maximizing Efficiency with…
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Why LED lightbulbs are better than incandescent or compact fluorescent ones
In today’s video, Energy Green Grandpa talks about how LED lightbulbs are better than incandescent or compact fluorescent lightbulbs when it comes to saving energy, saving money, and reducing your carbon footprint. LED Light Bulbs 101 How to Use LED Lighting