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“Personalized solutions, personalized energy, removing oneself from the grid and taking responsibility and using the technologies available to run your own home and life—I thought [that] was most positive and inspiring.”

Billy Zane showed off his knowledge of renewable energy in an interview after attending the IREO (International Renewable Energy Organization) conference on June 11th. Who knew this actor was also an energy advocate?

If you’re ready to remove yourself from the grid there are tons of things you can do right now! Simple things make a difference like if you turn your thermostat 2 degrees higher than you normally keep it in the summer you reduce CO2 by 0.62%. By cutting your shower time and turning your lights off you will save energy and save major bucks on bills. So what are you waiting for?