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One of my favorite pastimes is watching reruns of the Andy Griffith Show. This comedy first aired in the 1960s starring Andy Griffith as a small town sheriff in the fictitious town of Mayberry. The show was loosely based on… Continue Reading →
As everyone knows, the arrival of summer means not only longer days and warmer weather, but higher energy costs due to increased air conditioning loads. In fact, energy costs are typically much higher during the summer than any other time… Continue Reading →
Atypically this Sunday, I ran to the office briefly. Upon leaving to avoid construction traffic, I took an unfavorable route home. Several years ago, a dog ran out in front of me, unable to avoid him, he died in my… Continue Reading →
There are signs everywhere now – cool mornings, less daylight, leaves changing colors, football games, etc. That can only mean that winter and cold weather is right around the corner. As a follow-up to my earlier blog post about some… Continue Reading →
Happy Holidays from everyone at Burton Energy Group! As you indulge in seasonal treats and gift giving traditions, check out our list of tips to save energy and money over the holidays. 1. Buy LED Lights – As you deck out your… Continue Reading →
Across the country – from Salem, Oregon to Charleston, South Carolina – eclipse glasses were sold out and sighting plans were made. Some even traveled hundreds of miles to see this rare phenomenon – the Total Solar Eclipse of 2017. On August… Continue Reading →
One bright spring day, I was enjoying the warming weather and sunny skies. Not a cloud in the sky, but nonetheless, the power suddenly went out. In the spring in Atlanta, we are accustomed to power interruptions when thunderstorms roll… Continue Reading →
Lead your business to the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow this St. Patrick’s Day and “Green Up” your office with ENERGY STAR efficiency tips that are sure to save energy and money! 1) Avoid excessive use… Continue Reading →
The controversial policy of Daylight Saving Time (DST) and its benefits and costs to society have been debated ever since Benjamin Franklin first jokingly suggested getting people out of bed earlier to conserve candles in 1784. Read the brief history behind… Continue Reading →
Use the links below to check out which energy efficiency federal tax credits you may qualify for before you file and be sure to take a look at additional state-level incentives to get the most bang for your buck or… Continue Reading →
March Madness is just around the corner and the natural gas bears appear to be shutting down any Hail Mary shots the bulls are taking to push this market higher. To close out the “typical” winter season term, the March… Continue Reading →
The bulls and bears are having a turf war over the natural gas market. The February contract rolled off the board on Friday at $3.391 per MMBtu, nearly 14% below the January contract, after experiencing a large swing throughout the… Continue Reading →
Burton Energy Group would like to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving and extend some energy-saving tips to all those hosting Turkey Day this year. When everyone is arriving – Avoid wasting indoor heat by making sure the front door… Continue Reading →
One of the perks of my job is that I have the opportunity to attend a variety of client functions and charitable events, and none are more meaningful than Kennedy’s Cause. The foundation’s namesake, Kennedy Hubbard, is the daughter of… Continue Reading →
As 2015 finished, the three Managing Partners at Burton Energy Group reflected on the past year and what they are looking forward to in the upcoming year. See the recent interview below. Amanda P (AP): Looking back on 2015, what… Continue Reading →
Natural gas prices continue to trade at a great bargain for consumers. For the 13th consecutive month, the natural gas contract settled below $3 per MMBtu. The February contract settled at $2.189 per MMBtu, the lowest February settlement this market… Continue Reading →
When shopping for a natural gas supplier for your home, it is advisable to review pricing from at least 3 suppliers, if not more. Keep in mind, you are getting the same product from everyone, so you do not want… Continue Reading →
I recently sat down with Managing Partner Mark Breuker to learn about his recent switch to an electric-only vehicle. See what I learned in the interview below! Amanda P (AP): Thank you Mark for sitting down with me today to… Continue Reading →
In Georgia, only natural gas is deregulated for customers behind Atlanta Gas Light Company (AGLC) and Liberty Utilities, giving customer the power to choose their supplier/ marketer. AGLC/ Liberty are responsible for storing and distributing natural gas while marketers are… Continue Reading →
Craig, our Energy Policy Watch Dog, found this new interesting topic for our weekly POLICY WATCH… ComEd has been grabbing a lot of headlines with their initiative to install Smart Meters for all of their residential customers in Illinois by… Continue Reading →
Craig, our Energy Policy Watch Dog, found this new interesting topic for our weekly POLICY WATCH… The start of a new year always brings new changes, and 2014 is no different with respect to energy efficiency. Watching the Presidential State… Continue Reading →