POSTS TAGGED ‘simplicity’

When taking on new challenges or projects, most of us develop expectations about how easy or difficult the task will be. But expectations don’t always align with reality.  For example, first-time dog owners are notorious for underestimating the amount of dedication, training, and time a new puppy requires. We’ve noticed the opposite trend with Community Power… Continue Reading >

When taking on new challenges or projects, most of us develop expectations about how easy or difficult the task will be. But expectations don’t always align with reality.  For example, first-time dog owners are notorious for underestimating the amount of dedication, training, and time a new puppy requires. We’ve noticed the opposite trend with Community… Continue Reading >

Many Seattle residents participate in Community Power Works to minimize their impact on the environment.  It’s true – upgrading your home is one of the best ways to reduce your household’s energy use and environmental footprint. Upgrades also make your home toasty during the winter months, and with Community Power Works, it’s simpler and more… Continue Reading >

Before founding Simplicity Home Energy, Bob Greenspun performed over 1,000 shows with The Greatest Show On Earth.® A graduate of the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Clown College, Greenspun also worked a four-year stint at Seattle Children’s Hospital with Big Apple Circus Clown Care. Although clowning might seem like a far cry from his… Continue Reading >

Submitted by Charlie Rogers, Habitat Home Energy Specialist (http://www.habitataudits.com/)  Oil is an expensive way to heat your house, and those who heat with oil should consider some other options for replacing this system. If you heat with oil, you are probably spending between $1000 and $2000 annually on oil to heat your home, and possibly… Continue Reading >