Our writers report on the real world testing we subject all Energy Circle products to. Herein: The Cool Stuff We Love that makes the grade.

December 19

Give Santa a Soft Landing with a Chimney Balloon!

Give Santa a nice soft landing this year with an energy-saving, comfort-enhancing chimney balloon. Read the full story

April 1

ACI Cool Products Wrap Up--Check out Celluloaf

Celluloaf

Of all the cool energy efficiency products announced last week at the ACI Conference, the one that really caught our senses was the new insulation material, Celluloaf. Read the full story

December 19

Energy Circle's 2011 Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts of Efficiency.

Holiday Tree with Fireplace - energy efficient gift ideas

A gift of efficiency will save your loved ones money long into the future, all while reducing their environmental impact. Read the full story

December 6

EC Test Lab: Phillips EcoVantage Bulbs

EcoVantage Light Bulbs by Phillips

The EcoVantage line of light bulbs from Phillips is marketed as "Savings Without Sacrifice". Is that true? Read the full story

September 28

Not Just for Birthdays Anymore: A Chimney Balloon will Keep Your House Warm, Save You Money.

fireplaces - good for ambience, bad for drafts

A chimney balloon is a great way to stop drafts, keep your house cozy, save on heating bills and improve the air quality of your home. Read the full story

August 4

Test Lab: Volt-Star EcoCharger-Smart Gear or Stupid Gimmick?

Volt-Star EcoCharger

The Volt-Star EcoCharger is a replacement cell phone/mobile device charger that purports to eliminate vampire power.Is it smart gear or a stupid gimmick? Read the full story

June 14

Father’s Day is Sunday June 19th: Give Dad A Lower Energy Bill

It’s almost Father’s Day and this year Energy Circle has your back: we’ve rounded up a selection of gifts that will give your dad what he really wants this year – a lower energy… Read the full story

May 5

Home Energy Efficiency for the Backyard.

clothesline photo

A few upgrades you can make to your backyard area that will save you money, reduce your dependence on dirty energy sources, & improve your quality of life. Read the full story

December 10

Energy Circle’s Gift Guide: Cool Stuff, That Saves Energy Too.

Home Energy Audit

This holiday season, give the gift of energy efficiency: our list of energy saving devices, products and tools for everyone on your list. Read the full story

December 1

LED Holiday Lights: Extravagance Sans Guilt.

LED holiday lights

This year, don't waste time with cheap Christmas lights; LED holiday lights are safer, more energy efficient, last eons longer, and they look great. Read the full story