[RWebb]

the main reason for most recycling is to conserve landfill space; landfills are expensive to operate

I put in hydronic heat last year and it looks like I saved about 30% on my heating bill. I was also keeping the house warmer and the floor heat is way more comfy.

Geothermal works great - it's very cost effective if you have your own backhoe and enuff space to lay the pipes.

Ethanol made from genetically engineered algae in vats will eventually be a VERY cost efficient large scale form of energy. That's in the future.

BTW, just noticed that Philips EnduraLED bulbs are out now - nice warm light and an 80% energy savings. I may put some in hard to reach areas, while waiting for them to get cheap enuff to make sense for use elsewhere.