How Many Watts Does a Microwave Use?
Microwave ovens are a powerful and convenient way to cook food. Relying on them instead of traditional kitchen appliances is also one of the easiest ways to reduce home power consumption. Besides managing your
What Does the ESID on Your Electric Bill Mean?
If you live in a state with a deregulated electricity market (which includes MD, NY, and PA; the states Agway serves), where you’re free to purchase energy from independent suppliers rather than state-owned utilities, you
What is Green Energy?
Green energy is any power source that doesn’t pollute and can be renewed through natural processes at a greater rate than it’s consumed. Oil, gas, and coal, for example, are technically renewable, but because they
How to Prepare for a Blackout
Blackouts can happen at any time. Storms knock over power lines. Power plants suffer mechanical failures. Electrical grids become overwhelmed. No matter the cause, once the power’s out, it might not come back for several
7 Ways to Celebrate Financial Wellness Month
January is Financial Wellness Month, created to remind us that how we spend our money affects our quality of life. Perhaps not surprisingly, personal finances are the biggest source of stress for most Americans, according
