The first notable ceiling fan was created in India during the 17th century using a cord and palm leaves or cloth. The device, called a punkah, was moved manually by servants when they pulled the cord. It wasn't until 1860 that the first ceiling fan, which had now...
Since the beginning of time, people have been fascinated by the sun. Ancient civilizations personified the sun, worshipping it as a God or Goddess. Throughout history, farming and agriculture efforts have relied upon the sun’s rays to grow crops and sustain...
Even if the subject of kilowatts isn’t something you think about every day, it’s certainly something that affects your daily life. You see, a watt is the basic unit of measurement used for electrical power. The term “watt” comes from James Watt of Scotland, an...
Across North America, certain areas have a regulated energy providing process, which includes pricing controlled by a government body or a public utility commission. This mandate requires consumers to directly purchase their energy supply products from their local...
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...
In 1825, the first sustained commercial use of natural gas went on record in New York. By 1859, vast crude oil and natural gas deposits were discovered in western Pennsylvania. Commercial and residential natural gas use in the United States took off. Around this same...
We use natural gas as an energy source more than any other fuel. As the fastest growing and cleanest burning fossil fuel, natural gas is responsible for nearly one-third of our total energy demand and almost one-quarter of our electricity generation. Unless you're an...
Most of us are familiar with the term kinetic energy. However, if you don't have a solid understanding, you're not alone. As the world around us shifts to a more sustainable living mindset, we may find ourselves asking, "What is kinetic energy? Can we harness it to...
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...
