People who first drove their cars with every aerodynamic advantage in mind, while shifting into neutral to use only the power of gravity to propel their vehicle down every hill, were among the pioneers to lay claim to the nickname of "hypermiler". They understood the importance of reducing the mass of their car, so they removed spare tires, … [Read More...]
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How to Charge your Cell Phone when the Power Goes Out
Remember the day when cell phones and general portable electronics were able to last days without going for a charge? If you forgot to connect the cell phone to the charger overnight it really wasn't much of a problem. However, those days are long … [Continue Reading...]
Slow the Destruction of your Equipment and Stop Wasting Energy
A variable frequency drive (also known as a variable speed drive/VSD or VFD) is a type of electronic controller that adjusts the speed of an electric motor. The variable frequency drive works by varying the motor input frequency and voltage. The … [Continue Reading...]
Copenhagen Wheel makes your ordinary bike Electric!
Electric-assist bicycles, or e-bikes, have been on the market for quite some time, but they’ve failed to create a transportation revolution or really any significant change in the way people commute to work, school, and other places for their daily … [Continue Reading...]
Stop Wasting Gas!…6 Energy Saving Tips to help you Save More Gas
The rising price of gas today has caused many drivers to re-examine just how costly driving can be. While you can't control the price of gas, you can control how much gas you use as well as the other related costs of driving, too. Follow these … [Continue Reading...]
Insteon LED Light Bulb: The Smartest Bulb in the World!
Home automation is rapidly moving from the realm of science fiction to reality. Imagine arriving home in the evening and with a tap on a smartphone your entryway is instantly lit, before you step our of your car. Insteon, a leader in the home … [Continue Reading...]
Consider these Wood Heating Alternatives to Save Money this Winter
As the frigid months of winter inevitably approach, you might want to consider alternative ways to keep your home warm and comfortable. After all, while traditional furnaces can do an excellent job of heating a home, high-energy costs also make it … [Continue Reading...]
Which Grow Light is Best?: Bulb or Panel LEDs
Light Emitting Diodes(LEDs) have changed the lighting industry because of the big energy savings they offer to home and business owners. Now, they're doing the same for people interested in growing their own gardens, indoors! Their energy … [Continue Reading...]
8 Great Money Saving Gift Finds for Eco-Freaks!
We've found a great selection of unique items to help you make your gift giving so much easier. These great eco friendly gifts are perfect for the green living, eco friendly person in your life and they're cool enough for the person that doesn't care … [Continue Reading...]
Understanding the Parts of a Solar Panel System
Solar power has emerged as one of the most innovative ways to produce sustainable electricity. Solar panel systems are a popular eco-friendly, green energy alternative to relying on electricity produced by coal, natural gas or petroleum. The price of … [Continue Reading...]
Who Knew?…Solar Panel cleaning is a growing business
Solar panels are constructed of energy producing photovoltaic cells and are protected by a glass covering. They are installed outside on rooftops, on top of covered parking lots or in open fields. Being exposed to the outside elements, it's likely … [Continue Reading...]
Keep Everyone Calm with these 10 Critical Items for your Next Power Outage
Nobody thinks about it, until it happens. Nobody notices how really quiet and dark a house can be, until it has no power. Someone hitting a light pole or the utility company blowing a transformer are mostly minor irritations that cause outages. But … [Continue Reading...]
How can Energy Star products save you money?
If you have been shopping for new home appliances or electronics lately, you no doubt have come across a few models that have the Energy Star rating label on them. The Energy Star rating label can be found on everything from dishwashers and … [Continue Reading...]
