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
If you’re looking to prolong your battery life while still maintaining its performance, then knowing the best ways to charge a LiFePO4 battery will really come in handy. There are several lithium battery chemistries currently on the market, but the LiFePO4 is undoubtedly the best one to date, particularly for applications that require a large … Read more
Are you an EV owner/looking to invest in one? If you’ve answered ‘yes’ to either, then you need to consider a DIY solar EV charging station. With today’s constantly fluctuating electricity prices, it’s only natural that you’d want to become more energy-independent. Or maybe, you just love a good ol’ DIY project. Either way, a … Read more
Going into winter, the concern of rising electricity costs leads many people to question the efficiency of some of their homes appliances — for example, their space heaters. And for good reason, too. According to the Short Term Energy Outlook published by EIA, retail prices for energy are at (or near) a multi-year high. In … Read more
Geothermal energy is a relatively new green technology. Get comfortable and prepare to learn a few interesting insights as we explore 9 disadvantages of geothermal energy. As the global population numbers continue to rise, higher demand for energy is needed to keep modern technologies running. Keeping us going is pretty demanding, huh? This high demand … Read more
Do Deep Cycle Batteries Need To Be Vented? If you’re asking yourself this question, it’s safe to say you’re on the right path. Why? Well, it’s an essential question to ask yourself before setting up your energy storage system, and it shows you’re well on your way to achieving energy autonomy. But back to the … Read more
“Why is fracking controversial? I mean, it helps us so much with sourcing natural gas and oil!” Sure, but the process of fracking is highly controversial at the moment due to the threat it poses to our environment. The process does have its advantages – it can provide us with gas security for over 100 … Read more
If you’re here to learn more about deep cycle marine batteries and see what the market has to offer, you’ve come to the right place! Deep cycle batteries are very common and reliable battery sources that are used for various applications such as off-grid renewable energy, golf carts, and forklifts. For marine applications, various types … Read more
A DIY Powerwall is certainly worth considering if you’re one of the people rolling their eyes at the price point of the real thing. Details Tesla Powerwall Price $10,500 Energy Storage Capacity 13.5 kWh Power Capacity 5.6 kW Warranty Ten years Tesla Powerwall Cost Considerations While it may look like we’re picking a fight with … Read more
So, you’re wanting a solar-powered cabin that has enough electricity to power all your appliances, do you? Well, we think that’s a great idea! But (and yes, this is a big but) there’s some essential info that you simply cannot skimp out on if you’re wanting to make this investment a success. In the following … Read more
Many of you out there may be unfamiliar with composting toilets – these ingenious systems have been tried and tested throughout numerous rural communities for many years. They are a type of dry toilet, meaning they don’t need water to work. In communities where water is scarce, this type of toilet has helped keep many … Read more