One of the main principles of sustainability is accepting certain ecologically friendly practices in order to preserve our natural resources. Energy consumption is one of the main criteria in the sustainability movement, and that is why introducing these eco-friendly lighting …
From Guest Blogger Lana Hawkins: Eco-Friendly Lighting Solutions for Your Home Read More »
As the weather gets warmer, you’re likely going to be using your air conditioning unit a lot more. However, this isn’t the only way that you can stay cool. There are several practical ways to keep your home comfortable during …
From Guest Blogger Lizzie Weakly: How to Make Sure you Have a Cool Home this Summer Read More »
A reader notes: “Efficiency” is bogus. Amory Lovins has been pushing “negawatts” for 40 years or so, and energy consumption has only gone UP. Jevons’ paradox (that asserts that the increasing efficiencies with which a resource is used cause additional …
In 1992, when the Environmental Protection Agency started the program, Energy Star was intended to be one of the voluntary schemes that would reduce energy consumption by computers and printers. This was accomplished by informing consumers which of these items …
From Guest Blogger Lana Hawkins: Why is it Important to Use Energy Efficient Appliances? Read More »
Big businesses are often blamed for the state of environmental decline, and many have done much to change their ways. With some efforts by the government and inside incentives from companies themselves, changes have been made to help reduce pollution …
According to environmental scientists, our survival is threatened by population explosion and unbridled consumption of natural resources, and if we do not do something about it, soon it will be too late. But what is Australia’s role in all this?
There are two main benefits to lowering our energy usage in the home. First, as we lessen our consumption we reduce our electricity bills. Second, by lowering our carbon footprint we are helping to preserve natural resources.
Smart technology has revolutionized how people communicate with each other and use the internet via their smart phones. However, it has far more applications than that. Below are just some of the ways smart home technology can make your home …
From Lizzie Weakly: How Smart Technology Can Make Your Home More Energy Efficient Read More »
One of the most costly components of running a business revolves around energy usage. The cost of energy is constantly rising, and the amount of energy most businesses use tends to rise over time due to expansion and inefficiency. The …
From Guest Blogger Lizzie Weakly: Five Ways to Ensure your Business is Energy Efficient Read More »
Those trying to keep their fingers on the pulse of energy efficiency solutions will be interested in this piece on the advent of thermal imaging built into smart phones. Soon, you’ll be able to walk around your house, inside and …
