In the U.S., fossil fuels produce up to 80% of all energy that we consume. Our current level of dependence on fossil fuels puts us on track for a rapid depletion of these finite materials. Meaning, if we're not careful, we will run out of our precious, non-renewable...
Are renewable energy sources the power of our future? Electricity generation from renewable sources of energy is booming, and it doesn't look like the trend is going to slow down anytime soon. Greenhouse gas emissions fell in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic...
The terms alternative energy, clean energy, green energy, and sustainable energy are not uncommon to hear these days. You may even note a sense of urgency around them. But do you know why? These are all common phrases used in reference to renewable energy...
What Is Renewable Energy? Renewable energy is energy that has been derived from earth's natural resources that are not finite or exhaustible, such as wind and sunlight. Renewable energy is an alternative to the traditional energy that relies on fossil fuels, and it...
We’ve been discussing renewable energy sources, such as advancements in solar power and innovations in wind energy. For this post, we’re exploring hydroelectricity and how this alternative power source - literally - goes with the flow. Created from the energy of...
Take a moment to close your eyes and imagine the world ten, twenty, fifty years from now. How do you heat your home? What do our energy systems look like? How about our cars – how are they fueled? In an ideal world, renewable energy will become the primary source of...
What’s the bottom line? This is one of the biggest questions we come across when discussing renewable energy. How much does it cost? Is renewable energy more or less affordable than traditional energy from fossil fuels? We’ve already covered that renewable energy is...
Here at Eco-Centric, we talk a lot about “renewable energy.” So, what exactly is renewable energy, what makes it a “green” option, and why is it such a big deal? Check out our helpful Q&A, below, to get answers to a few of your most commonly asked questions. What...
