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Saturday, December 25, 2010  Everyone looks for ways to cut spending. Lighting can be one of the easiest cost saving techniques for your home. New package labels will soon show consumers exactly what they're getting when they turn on a light.

Monday, November 15, 2010  Looking to save on lighting this holiday season? Swap out your old Christmas lights for LED's. These energy star bulbs alone can save you up to 80 percent on your electric bill.

Friday, September 24, 2010  The program generated more than $25 million in sales of more than 27,000 energy efficient appliances statewide.

Wednesday, September 22, 2010  One day energy star rebate program this Friday

Thursday, April 15, 2010  The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is preparing to hand out federal rebates to people who buy energy-efficient appliances and recycle their old ones.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010  Ameren Illinois says Wednesday is the Great Energy Efficiency Day and they're asking customers to take the Energy Star Pledge.

Wednesday, January 20, 2010  Gov. Pat Quinn said Tuesday that the state of Illinois is to receive nearly $12.4 million in federal stimulus money for the program.

Wednesday, March 04, 2009  If you're looking for ways to make your home more energy-efficient, 2009 and 2010 might be the years to do it.President Obama's Economic Stimulus Act includes a 30 percent tax credit for certain Energy Star-approved windows and patio doors for your existing home. The credit is capped at $1500 dollars.