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Energy efficient is a quite the buzz word these days, but what do energy efficient appliances mean for your home, your budget, and the planet? Are they worth the hype? We’re tackling these questions and many others in today’s ultimate guide to energy efficient appliances.
Learn what the blue Energy Star label means, plus, get the details so you can...
A Greenworks lawn mower review carries with it a certain amount of responsibility. As anyone with a decent-sized lawn will tell you, proper maintenance is essential. A perfectly manicured lawn brings peace of mind, a sense of satisfaction, accomplishment, and pride.But an end-to-end solution at a reasonable price is no easy task. GreenWorks has an established reputation, so in...
Best Nest Thermostat Review:Did you know that your home’s HVAC system accounts for 40% of your total energy use at home? That means leaving the heating on all day – even when you’re not home – costs you dearly. But what are you supposed to do? Go home to a cold house after work or worse, let your pipes freeze...
While everyone has probably heard the term “nuclear energy” and likely made jokes about nuclear energy pros and cons involving extra fingers, glowing skin, or Homer Simpson, knowing what nuclear energy actually is and what it does is far less common. As far as human participation goes, nuclear energy has been around since the beginning of World War II,...
Solar panels turn sunlight into electricity. New technologies are making solar panels more efficient and more affordable than ever before. You now can easily find portable solar panels for home use, or portable solar panels for camping that allow you to generate electricity during an RV or a camping trip.What is a Portable Solar Panel?A solar panel is an assembly...
How Does a Solar Panel Work?
Most people aren't aware of how long the technology behind solar panels has actually been around. Way back in 1839, French physicist Edmund Bequerel discovered the photoelectric effect that is the basis of the modern solar panel.
However, the first real use of the photo electric effect to generate power happened over 100 years later...
Why not take your daily recreation or commute to the next level by building your own bicycle? There are plenty of benefits:
Building skills that translate into quick DIY repairs
Getting the exact bike you want
Having the freedom to choose the most sustainably manufactured components
Learning to modify, upgrade and fix your bike so you never have to...
With constant talk of dwindling resources and serious issues with climate change, it's no wonder that an increasing number of people are looking for ways to save money, resources and the environment. One popular method is solar energy. Check out these solar energy facts to see if it's right for you.
1. Solar Power Has a Long History
Many people consider...
Since the Industrial Revolution, the use of machines by humans has produced gases and chemicals that are released into the environment. Today, carbon dioxide, or CO2, is the most prevalent greenhouse gas emitted by human technology use as a result of the chemical process of combustion. Fuel in cars and airplanes releases copious amounts of carbon dioxide into the...
“Siri, dim the lights please.”
“Alexa, turn on the beach scene in my living room.”
Imagine a custom light setup throughout your home that dims the lights, changes the ambiance at a moment’s notice, or schedules lights to turn on and off when you’re not home--without the custom price tag.
That’s exactly what you’ll get with the Philips Hue! Today, we’re sharing...