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3 reasons why your furnace turns on and off constantly
02/06/2020

it’s a common problem known as “short cycling.” here’s what may be causing your furnace to short cycle and what you can do about it.

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wondering what impacts your entergy louisiana bill?
01/30/2020

while the company continues to make smart and disciplined investments to keep rates low, to better manage your bill and save even more money, it helps to understand some of the charges that appear on your bill and why.

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fact or fable? thomas edison invented the light bulb
01/24/2020

thomas edison is one of the most famous and successful inventors of all time. while edison developed the first phonograph and early motion picture equipment, he may be best known for inventing the light bulb. but did edison actually invent it?

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bright past lights the way for 2020
01/07/2020

it’s a new year, a new decade. like many, we’re setting our goals, hopes and dreams for the upcoming year. the future looks bright thanks to our 2019 successes. as we roar into 2020, we celebrate those accomplishments. they warmed our hearts, made us proud and helped us serve our communities, customers, employees and shareholders.

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the cost of dirty air filters
01/02/2020

you often hear about the importance of maintaining a clean filter, but have you ever wondered how a dirty filter can increase your energy costs?

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are your energy dollars going up in smoke?
01/02/2020

a wood-burning fireplace creates a cozy atmosphere, but nearly 90 percent its heat is lost through the chimney. learn how to make your fireplace more energy efficient.

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holiday lighting: the early years
12/10/2019

these days, electric lights illuminate the holiday season across the country, but it wasn't always that way. even after the invention of the electric bulb, it took decades before colorful holiday lighting became common.

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3 ways to go green this holiday season
12/10/2019

did you know americans throw away about 25 percent more trash between thanksgiving and new year's eve? check out our three top tips to make your holidays greener than ever.

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how much holiday fun can you get with a kwh?
11/29/2019

every month, your bill tells you how many kilowatt hours you've used. but the question is - how efficiently are you using your kwh? here are some ways you can use that energy to bring fun to this holiday season.

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