Now is the Time: One Small Step for the Planet....

Today we're reducing our carbon footprint, helping the sluggish economy, and preparing for the future -- all in one action: we're replacing our heating and air conditioning system with a heat pump "duel fuel" system. The new furnace will have more than twice the energy efficiency as the 22-year old one it replaces. Best of all, because of the heat pump, the furnace won't even click on until the outside air gets down to 30 degrees or so.
I'm excited!
Yes, I tell my friends, we may never get the "payback" in terms of dollars. But we're getting a huge payback in knowing that I'm helping the environment, energy and the economy. Far more than the survival of my individual dollars, this action promotes the survival of all of us for future generations.
I think that's a pretty good investment - a far better one than watching our non-interest-earning dollars molder in a money market account.
If you want to join me, NOW is the time. You can get up to a $1500 tax credit for putting in a more energy efficient heating and cooling system, plus you'll get a rebate from your local utility company.
But most of all, you can join those who know that NOW is the time to do all we can to mitigate the effects of carbon emissions and climate change.


Happy (slightly belated) Earth Day!