The recent debate on MPPT vs. PWM charge controllers is a sign that electricity consumers are becoming more conscious of where their electricity comes from and the efficiency of their residential solar panel systems. This does not surprise us anymore, given the volume of queries we are getting surrounding green technology, specifically renewable energy (RE), … Read more
Looking to grow vegetables but have limited space? Fear not, for you are about to discover the top vegetables for vertical gardening! Most of you have seen the news headlines, so it comes as no surprise to us that climate change has become a determining factor in the way we produce food. As global temperatures … Read more
Fed up with excessive electrical bills? Tired of waiting for your geyser to heat up after one too many showers? Then it’s time that you invest in a tankless water heater! Demand-type water heaters are incredibly successful at overcoming the notorious standby heat loss issue and lengthy waiting times associated with conventional storage water heaters. … Read more
Using a rainwater barrel is a simple way to store rainwater for reuse; what’s more connecting rain barrels can provide you with more storage space. Not only are rain barrels easy to install, they can also fit into virtually any space. However, these barrels do come with a significant disadvantage; they can only hold an … Read more
A solar generator for your RV will provide you everything a gas generator would, only without the loud noise and the toxic gas emissions. Also, you don’t need to spend extra money on gas — solar generators are fully rechargeable by sunlight (using RV solar panels), which is available for free everywhere! In this article, … Read more
“It’s been raining so much lately and I’m letting it all go to waste. Maybe it’s time that I build a DIY rainwater collection system?” Sound familiar? Then you’ve come to the right place! Finding DIY tutorials has never been easier. From youtube videos to blog posts, there is an abundance of resources out there. … Read more
Interested in gardening and aquaculture? Have limited space to do so? Well, we might just have what you are looking for — vertical aquaponic gardening! Vertical aquaponic gardening is defined as an approach to plant growth together with fish in a re-circulating system, where plants are growing upwards. The cycling of nutrients and purification of … Read more
The LEED certification system is arguably the largest and most commonly referred to as the green building rating system in the world. It has over 100,000 buildings participating in the rating system. Also, it has rating frameworks for literally all building types, ranging from residential buildings to city and community projects. Its mission is to … Read more
“Do I need a solar generator for my house?” If there’s one thing most people can agree on, it’s that electricity is a basic need. It helps us power anything from everyday appliances such as smartphones and TVs to truly essential medical equipment and food storage systems. It’s therefore understandable why suddenly finding yourself without … Read more
“Is it legal to collect rainwater?” You may know a fair bit about rainwater collection, but are you familiar with the legalities surrounding its harvesting? It can be very frustrating and time-consuming to search through the laws and regulations of each state. This is especially true when you’re searching for rainwater regulations that are so … Read more
Urbanization, as well as modernization, is a real trend in the population dynamics of today. Vertical gardening systems offer a great way of mitigating the paving and building we see in our neighborhoods, as well as in our own homes. With population numbers on the rise, we see our neighborhoods growing each year. With this … Read more
A rainwater collection system is at the heart of collecting rainwater. While you can manage your rainwater in any way you please, having a system makes it so much easier. Systems consist of interconnected parts. A rainwater system collects rain, stores it, and allows you to use it later. As water becomes a scarcer resource, … Read more