The heating of outdoor swimming pools is an excellent application for solar energy. Why? Because the heat demand matches well with the availability of solar energy. If you think about it, a pool itself is a large heat storer and the temperature level is low. In other words, solar energy heating and pools were always going to … Read more
Air source heat pumps (unlike their ground-source cousins) are relatively easy and inexpensive to install and have therefore historically been the most widely used heat pump type. These pumps are a great alternative to other heating systems as they use a relatively small amount of electricity to run. For those of you living in areas … Read more
If you’ve thought about installing a ground source heat pump on your property, then you’ve probably wondered what the cost of one is. There’s no denying that the machinery needed to install some of these systems can be difficult to source – ultimately affecting the price point. That begs the question – what is the … Read more
Ground source heat pumps, also known as geothermal heat pumps (GHPs) have been in use since the 1940s. Ground source heat pumps use the constant temperature below the earth as a sustainable resource to warm or cool your home. It’s a clean energy source ready for the vast majority of us to use, using of … Read more
Increased consumption of energy has led people to find ways to promote sustainability, reduce environmental impact, implement green technology, and save on costs too. With advanced technology, the use of many energy-saving gadgets is an efficient way to promote that. These energy-saving devices, such as Solar-Powered Gadgets LED lighting, and Power Strips, help to reduce … Read more
Our homes are becoming smarter by the day as we bring in new and exciting technologies. Unfortunately, while these appliances and electronics make our lives easier, they increase our electrical consumption. So, with rising electricity costs, it’s fair to say that now’s a good time to investigate ways to save electricity in your home. According … Read more
While some view a wire gauge chart as nothing more than a fundamental engineering concept, we see them as a more in-depth technical topic. This article is mainly for you DIY-ers who want to build your own solar generator. But, it can also serve as a guide for creating more specific PV system components such … Read more
AI-integrated devices are helping to usher in a new era of technological convenience; Alexa compatible smart thermostats are one such example of this technology. The ease with which these intelligent devices modify household climate control is genuinely astounding — never has regulating your home temperature been so simple yet efficient. These devices have become increasingly … Read more
In recent years, it’s become clear that non-renewable energy resources are no longer a suitable option for a sustainable planet. So, the trend towards renewables such as geothermal energy has grown exponentially. Gaining insight into the advantages of geothermal energy is important for making decisions in your home or business as well as understanding the … Read more
Our planet is home to a form of renewable thermal energy that we’ve barely scratched the surface of. There’s so much to learn. For instance — how does geothermal energy work? Geothermal energy works by harnessing the Earth’s heat to create electricity and heat sources. Power stations generate electricity by using the steam from geothermal … Read more
Energy Star (ES) has become synonymous with energy savings – it truly has become a household name. Some of you though may not be too familiar with their appliances. Well, for those of you who aren’t this article is for you. In this piece you’ll learn all there is to know about the Energy Star … Read more
The increasing presence of smart thermostats in modern homes is providing people with important insight into their domestic energy use. These thermostats contribute to more economic energy use patterns in two ways: They control your heating system in a more economic fashion, i.e., by not heating your house if they detect that you or the … Read more