Here at First Choice Power we’re pretty proud of our United Way campaign. Through a series of daily e-mails with telling facts about the need in our communities, a silent baked goods auction and some cool raffle prizes for different levels of giving, our employees stepped up when our community needs were growing. Last time four ….
February 26th, 2010
Outstanding Growth Award Because Our Employees Give Back
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February 24th, 2010
First Choice Power and Supermercado Monterrey partnered with Game Day Production’s Inside High School Sports this fall to help local schools. Bishop Lynch High School in Dallas was recently selected to receive funding from First Choice Power and Supermercado Monterey because of its proximity to the Supermercado Monterrey on Fergusen Street in Dallas. There First Choice Power ….
February 23rd, 2010
On a typical winter day in North Texas, electric heat customers typically use about twice as much electricity as a gas heat customer. On a very cold day, perhaps like today, it can be almost three times as much. On a monthly basis, it’s an average of about two and a half times more for electric ….
February 22nd, 2010
The Hamilton County Historical Museum needs more space. The museum currently resides in an old home. The kitchen displays historical kitchen appliances; one bedroom has World War II displays; and another has dresses and fashion from decades ago. “We are desperately in need of more room in our museum,” said Frances Gardner, president of the Hamilton County ….
February 17th, 2010
Irving Chamber Recognizes First Choice Power as 'Newsmaker'
by CCarlton | 0 Comments | Posted in: MiscellaneousThe Irving Chamber of Commerce recognized dozens of companies yesterday as Irving “Newsmakers.” The Irving Economic Development Partnership extended congratulations to First Choice Power for its successful campaign and partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation that yielded more than 3,000 new trees planted in areas that were destroyed by wild fires. Mayor Herbert Gears and ….
February 16th, 2010
Reduce Your Use Grants Help Nonprofits Save Energy
by CCarlton | 0 Comments | Posted in: MiscellaneousWest Shore Civic Association helps improve neighborhoods in Laguna, Texas, and hosts family events in the community center. Spending money on a new heater and air conditioner, while necessary, would take funds away from its mission. That’s why First Choice Power focuses its community involvement funds on Reduce Your UseTM Grants to help nonprofits purchase energy-efficient products and ….
February 15th, 2010
1. It’s all about layers Most homes built before 1980 lack some serious insulation. And with bad insulation, your house can’t retain heat as it leaks out through the ceiling and into the atmosphere, not only literally leaving you in the cold but also wasting tons of energy. One of the best things you can ….
February 12th, 2010
Now that much of the state is blanketed in snow, it’s a good time to review some safety tips for after the storm. Continue listening to local radio or television stations for updated information and instructions. Access may be limited to some parts of the community, or roads may be blocked. Help a neighbor who ….
February 10th, 2010
One of the easiest and cheapest ways to save energy is by unplugging appliances, such as your TV, when they are not in use. Even though your TV is not on, it is still using what is ofen called “vampire” or “phantom” power. The EPA estimates that vampire power accounts for 5 percent of energy ….
February 8th, 2010
Employees Expand Recycling Program to Phonebooks, Batteries, Shoes
by CCarlton | 0 Comments | Posted in: MiscellaneousFirst Choice Power employees took our green challenge and have already implemented new ways to expand our recycling efforts. Employees efforts help clean up some clutter by their desk or at home — and help others in need at the same time. One of our IT employees is collecting phonebooks; another employee is collecting batteries. Our ….
