Miracles don't happen often enough in our world. But when Michael starts growing his own fish and food in his garage, then you know that there's some divine intervention because Michael doesn't fish and he's got a brown thumb that makes all leafy things tremble. So how did Advocate Michael become Farmer Michael? One word: AQUAPONICS.
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UCAN's not-for-profit gasoline price tracking project at www.fueltracker.com is experiencing technical difficulties. We are working hard to bring the Web site back online and apologize for the inconvenience. If you are a member of UCAN or the media and need help please feel free to e-mail me at langley@ucan.org.
Looking to cut summer electricity costs? Here’s one consumer product worth its weight in gold.
Nothing is more frustrating than watching your energy bill rise and feeling powerless to stop it. If you call SDG&E they’ll offer you a general energy audit - - useful, but it won’t tell you if you have a problem appliance that’s an electricity glutton. If you call an electrician they’ll inspect your appliances - - but for a pretty penny.
Luckily, there is a way to test each of your appliances without incurring an enormous cost.
California Energy Commission launches a new site to help consumers with energy upgrades
With SDG&E’s increasing rates and our current cold spell, San Diegans have every reason to keep their home energy efficient. But trying to find a decent contractor and ensuring you qualify for those energy rebates can be a pain in the butt.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Launches New Website
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) launched its website at http://www.consumerfinance.gov
Discover Card Lowered Interest Rate for Customer
A UCAN member wants you to know that his call to Discover Card resulted in lowering his credit card interest rate. Has Discover Card become humane and will others follow? Read on.
Families continue to ditch their cable bill, opt for internet
Families on tighter budgets and looking for ways to save have turned to free cable television
T-Mobile to lift cap on 5 GB monthly plan
Wow. There is always a first. T-mobile is taking a step in the right direction regarding the consumer.
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