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
“I’ve been thinking about buying a 1000 watt LED grow light for my plants but in all honesty, I don’t know where to begin. I feel so confused“ If you’ve landed on this article, chances are you’ve had this thought at least once over the past while, and for good reason. There’s a lot that … Read more
Can You Overcharge a Lithium Battery? Truthfully, the answer to this question isn’t as simple as you might think. The short answer -yes, you can overcharge a Lithium battery. But it’s also worth mentioning that most modern Lithium-Ion Batteries have a built-in mechanism that protects the battery from overcharging. As soon as the battery reaches … Read more
Solar carports are massively advantageous for commercial and retail developments. But did you know that it’s possible to build your very own DIY solar carport? Building a DIY solar carport can provide shade for your vehicles and electricity for your home. In fact, building a solar carport can save you up to 75% on electricity … Read more
You’re probably at your wit’s end right now – hours deep into researching the best indoor grow lights out there. You may not even be that much closer to buying any lights -maybe you’ve been put off entirely. We get it, the process isn’t easy. Most of what you’ve seen up to this point has … Read more