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The U.S. Could Get a Third of its Electricity From Wind Power—And Save Billions of Gallons of Water

Absolutely, says the U.S. Department of Energy in a new report that details the benefits of replacing fossil fuel power plants with millions of wind turbines generating carbon-free electricity. Fossil fuel power plants consume huge amounts of water for cooling. If wind supplied a third of the nation’s electricity by 2050, it would save an estimated 260 billion gallons of water a year.

Add a Dash of Style and Curb Appeal With Just a Little Cash

Filed under: How To, Lifestyle, Selling Shutterstock / Artazum By Abby Hayes Looking to sell your home? Or maybe you just want to feel proud of the place as you swing into the driveway each evening? Either way, you can add some serious curb appeal without making a huge financial investment. For less than $50, you can make your home more attractive with these eight DIY projects. 1. Paint the