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Friday, May 10, 2013  A group of Drury University students have presented a plan for a demonstration house that supporters hope could help make Joplin a model of environmentally sound rebuilding from disasters.

Friday, September 07, 2012  The Northeast Community Action Corporation or NECAC has teamed up with Next Step's home-ownership program based out of Kentucky.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011  Ameren customers in Illinois with heating and ventilation problems may be able to save on high energy bills ... if they don't mind being audited.

Wednesday, May 11, 2011  An assessment by SEDAC included a list of recommended energy cost reduction measures (ECRMs) for buildings.

Tuesday, March 22, 2011  While CFL's consume only half the electricity of a regular light bulb and last longer, they're also filled with mercury, a toxic gas. They can be pretty dangerous if not disposed of properly.

Monday, November 08, 2010  Refrigerator recycling helps non-for-profit agencies.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009  Calif. requires TVs to be more energy efficient; supporters hope rule becomes national model

Monday, October 27, 2008  Lower both your monthly home energy bills and federal income taxes in 2009.

Thursday, April 05, 2007  Businesses learn how to save on energy costs

Monday, April 02, 2007  Mike Boland wants energy-efficient vehicles for local governments