Birmingham WISE

12/28/2013

A few more days left to take advantage of some great home energy savings!

December is here, and so too is the approaching expiration for some of the Extended Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency. In fact, December 31, 2013, will be the last day you can use the follo...

11/21/2013

A little time and a few materials can make a big difference in cutting home energy costs this winter! A few great tips from Alabama Power:

Alabama Power’s business specialists can answer your billing and service questions and help you make important energy-related decisions. 1-888-430-5787

10/23/2013

It's fall in Alabama and many people are still running the air conditioner because of the mild weather, heat from cooking, and the need to control indoor humidity. But, it won't be long until you n...

10/16/2013

Eco-friendly home upgrades that help reduce wasteful spending!

10/07/2013

A good resource to use when talking to your kids about energy efficiency!

SRP's Kids Corner is a great place for children to learn about energy efficiency and play games that will teach them about environmental issues.

09/30/2013

You may not want to think about ice and snow yet, but now’s the time to prepare your home for the cold.

09/23/2013

Nexus Energy Center reports that the program has achieved nearly 1200 energy upgrades to homes across north Al since 2010 (the initial program goal was 400 homes)! Top Benefits?
1.) Homeowner savings of approx. $300,000, annually
2.) Reduced energy waste by 20% or more
3.) An estimated $6 million in energy related home improvements
4.) Helped increase local jobs for the construction workforce

Nexus Energy Center, Huntsville mayor Tommy Battle and the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) were recognized for success in bringing energy efficiency to Alabama homes by...

09/19/2013

Some great ways we can learn from the best:

A new ranking highlights Boston's achievements in conserving energy as the Senate debates a bipartisan energy efficiency bill.

09/10/2013

A huge congratulations to Nexus Energy Center for being honored as one of My Green Birmingham.com's 2013 Champion of Sustainability! Your hard work and dedication to helping homeowners achieve greater energy efficiency is truly making a difference!

The first annual Champions of Sustainability was held Thursday, September 5th, at The Westin Birmingham. Hosted by My Green Birmingham, the event honored a diverse spectrum of sustain...

08/27/2013

Children's of Alabama Hospital earns 'green' award after receiving LEED Gold status for its use of sustainable, energy-efficient and environmentally responsible materials.

Lots of natural light, LED lighting, recycled materials and rooftop gardens helped Children's of Alabama achieve the LEED Gold designation for environmentally sound building design. (FILE/Hal Yeager) BIRMINGHAM, Alabama -- Recycled air conditioner water, programmed elevators, LED lighting and rubber...

08/23/2013

Take a look at all the ways AL homeowners can benefit from a variety of home energy incentives! We're esp. proud of all that offers, but it's good to know there's so much more to take advantage as well!

Despite a steady (but slow) increase in home resale values, many homeowners are still hesitant to embrace the potential financial risks of selling. Instead, many are staying put and choosing to invest in upgrades, making the most of the home they’re in. For some this means upgraded appliances, windo...

08/13/2013

AlabamaWISE is a program of the non-profit Nexus Energy Center in partnership with Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) to help households of all income levels in Madison, ...