Did you know that in 2018 two-thirds of the total energy used by American's was wasted? That's a lot of energy resources squandered that we can never get back. However, there is good news. Experts believe that by 2050 we can reduce our total energy usage by as much as...
What is energy? Many of us have a general concept, but the nitty-gritty details of energy can be complicated. When it comes down to fully answering energy-related questions, it’s not uncommon to be a bit foggy. In this article, we’ll clear it all up as we take a...
Understanding how your electricity company works doesn't have to be complicated. Are you moving, looking for a better electric rate, or interested in changing plans? This guide will simplify the process and help in your quest to learn more about the electricity...
We use electricity every day for (nearly) everything. From charging our cell phone to enjoying a hot bath to watching our favorite sitcoms on TV – electricity is practically everywhere. However, most of us probably couldn't clearly answer the question, "How does...
The discussion about alternative sources of energy has suddenly taken center stage due to rapidly depleting fossil fuels. There's certainly a lot of talk about solar energy and wind energy. But it's also equally important to understand how the source of all the...
Geothermal energy couldn’t have a more fitting name. A combination of the words “geo” (earth) and “thermal” (heat), it quite literally means heat energy from the earth. Although this form of energy is geographically dependent, recent technological advancements and...
Energy is a fascinating concept. It can neither be created nor destroyed, but it can be altered. Whenever you use or store energy, you deal with potential or kinetic energy. Read on as we discuss these two energy forms in greater detail and explore the relationship...
Over the past decade, U.S. wind power has tripled, making wind energy the country’s largest renewable energy source. Today, you’ll find over 60,000 wind turbines operating across 41 states, Puerto Rico, and Guam. These have a combined capacity of a spectacular...
Energy Saving Tips and Tricks In the last few years, the United States and Canada have experienced some of the hottest summers on record. The nine warmest years on record are 2016, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2014, 2010, 2013, 2005, 2009, and 1998. The summer of 2019 already...
Safe, drinkable water is something that most people in the developed world take for granted. You just turn on the tap, and you get an infinite supply of clean water for drinking, bathing, cleaning, watering the garden, doing the laundry, and frolicking about in in the...
