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LaLeesha Haynes

LaLeesha Haynes

LaLeesha has a Masters degree in English and enjoys writing whenever she has the chance. She is passionate about gardening, reducing her carbon footprint, and protecting the environment.  She also recently served as President of the Board for City Sprouts (a community garden).

Education

  • Master of Arts, English from Creighton University
  • Bachelor of Arts, English/Psychology/Education from Buena Vista University

Expertise

  • Sustainable Living
  • Energy Conservation
  • Weatherization
  • Moving

18 Tips to Winterize Your Home and Save Energy

By LaLeesha Haynes

Keep Your Home Warm, Efficient, And Ready For Whatever Winter Brings When freezing temperatures arrive, a properly winterized home acts as a fortress against the cold, keeping your family comfortable while protecting your wallet. According…

What is Geothermal Energy?

By LaLeesha Haynes

Understand How to Tap Into the Earth’s Natural Heat to Warm Your Home, Lower Your Carbon Footprint, and Significantly Reduce Your Monthly Utility Costs Are you looking for a dependable and sustainable way to power…

6 Tips for Choosing a Natural Gas Plan

By LaLeesha Haynes

Following a few expert tips for choosing a natural gas plan can help you navigate confusing industry jargon—such as fixed rate, variable rate, usage tiers, and contract lengths—and secure a highly competitive rate for your…

What is a Renewable Energy Credit?

By LaLeesha Haynes

A Renewable Energy Credit (REC), sometimes called a renewable energy certificate, represents the environmental benefits of generating one megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity from a renewable energy source, like wind, solar, or hydropower. Think of a…

What is Renewable Natural Gas?

By LaLeesha Haynes

Renewable natural gas (RNG) is a clean, eco-friendly version of traditional natural gas. But unlike regular natural gas (which comes from fossil fuels dug up from the earth), RNG is made from organic waste. Yep,…