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03/31/2023

Choosing a clean energy plan is a simple, affordable way to reduce your company’s carbon footprint.

Fuel a cleaner future today by learning about our renewable energy plans!

https://www.phoenixenergygroup.com/our-solutions/

03/29/2023

About 30% of the world’s electricity comes from renewable energy like solar, wind, hydropower, and other sources.

03/27/2023

“For many Americans, rooftop solar panels just aren’t an option — whether they live in apartment buildings, or their homes are too shaded, or they don’t qualify to lease or finance them.

There are, however, other ways to harness the power of renewable energy at home: programs that allow residents to tap into solar and wind farms instead of relying entirely on traditional utilities, which have long supported fossil fuels.

Read more.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/home/2023/02/09/solar-energy-without-rooftop-panels/

03/24/2023

Saving energy for your retail business is easier than you think.

Give our page a like for more business energy tips!

03/22/2023

Don’t get sticker shock on your business’ energy bill.

Take control of energy costs with The Green Tribe!

Our business energy services include finding billing errors, reducing peak demand, and identifying ways to become more energy efficient.

Contact us today to learn more!

03/20/2023

Happy Spring from the Green Light community!

On March 25th at 8:30 pm, join the Biggest Hour for Earth!

Switch off your lights, pick up trash at your local park, cook a sustainable dinner, or plant a tree and spend 60 minutes doing something positive for our planet. It's that simple.

Learn more with Earth Hour.
https://www.earthhour.org/

03/17/2023

Byron Products joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Partnership in 2022. “In recognition that thermal processing consumes large amounts of energy and contributes to global temperature rise, we are committed to sourcing 100% renewable energy, taking action on green initiatives, reducing waste, and promoting a culture of sustainable practices.”

https://www.epa.gov/greenpower/meet-our-partners

03/14/2023

We provide sustainable energy solutions with a focus on community engagement and marketing, empowering customers to patronize green businesses and helping business managers reach their sustainability goals.

03/13/2023

The Sun-Times, “Utility shutoffs for nonpayment soar across Illinois and the Chicago area.”

“Three organizations issue findings that say Illinois has the most disconnections among states that disclose that information. ComEd is part of the report’s ‘Hall of Shame.

Chicago-area electricity and gas suppliers are among national leaders in cutting off customers for nonpayment.”

Read more.
https://chicago.suntimes.com/business/2023/1/30/23575972/utility-shutoffs-for-nonpayment-soar-across-illinois-and-the-chicago-area

03/10/2023

Green Business Friday!

Welcome our newest Green Business: Heat Makes Sense.

With brands like Amika and Eva NYC, Heat Makes Sense is an innovator in the hair industry.

Learn more about their commitment to sustainability.
https://heatmakessense.com/pages/our-promise

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03/08/2023

“ComEd will file with state regulators to hike its delivery rates by about $1.5 billion over four years beginning in 2024, Crain’s Chicago Business reported.

Investments to improve the system and make it more efficient for consumers are good, but that doesn’t mean the company should get an excessive profit rate for shareholders. That’s why CUB and other consumer advocates will be involved in these rate cases to reduce the ROE and the hikes as much as possible.”

Read more with CUB.
https://www.citizensutilityboard.org/blog/2023/01/17/breaking-comed-makes-4-year-1-5-billion-rate-hike-request/

03/06/2023

On March 18th, learn from local expert & farmer Dulce Morales on what & how to seed for the spring season during this hands-on workshop at Plant Chicago!

Get Tickets for Seeding with the Seasons at Plant Chicago.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seeding-with-the-seasons-tickets-532246402317