Knowledge is Power
We believe that changing the way you think about energy can have a world-changing effect. By making a conscious effort to understand your energy options, you can help to make a difference in the environment we all share. Our goal is to live in a community that has been sustained, renewed and transformed and we can help you join us on this journey. We will work with you to enhance your knowledge of energy efficiency and environmentally friendly practices that you can feel good about – and that will benefit the people and world around you.
Become informed about the energy challenges the citizens of the world face. Together, through knowledge, we can make positive changes for the better.
News & Events
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Our First LEED Training Class a Success!
Our first LEED for Homes training class was held in our offices Tuesday evening, November 10. Nearly 20 contractors and builders attended the two hour event, getting an introduction to what the LEED certification process means for the people who build houses. The course was taught by Butterfly team-member Jen Loui, a LEED-AP with 20 years teaching experience. The class was well received by the attendees, and not just because we provided snacks and beverages. We'll be doing more educational events like this in the future, so keep checking back for more information about our next offering, or send us an email to find out what's planned. -
350 Day of Climate Action
Our founder and leader Gary was the final speaker at the 350 International Day of Climate Action press conference at St Louis City Hall. Included in the speakers group were members of the city government and concerned citizens. Gary was the lone business person who spoke, and his remarks were about the need to address the energy issues associated with homes and businesses. He also noted that building codes need to be radically improved for us to be able to meet this aggressive goal.
More information can be found at www.stl350.com.
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The Home Energy Analysis Experience: Part 1
Homes can be our most costly lifetime investment and for many of us we live in older homes that are energy inefficient. As if money were of no consequence, most of us ignore the fact that our home appliances and HVAC systems hungrily consume energy and rack up high utility bills and if that weren’t bad enough we carelessly let heat infiltrate and cooling escape in summer months and conversely let heat escape and cold penetrate our abodes during the winter. There is a way to stop this wastefulness and a good first step is hiring a professional to perform a Comprehensive Home Energy Analysis.
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