The energy industry is changing at a rapid pace. We are looking at improving efficiency and finding better ways to pull value from the energy we have. The trends in renewable energy are moving toward finding ways to use technology from different industries to help...
Residential, commercial, and industrial energy usage varies by season. How people use energy often depends on the weather, temperature, and humidity. Business and households alike need to respond to changes in season, but how they adjust their energy consumption...
Nuclear plants are a highly reliable, clean, and low-cost source of energy. These plants play an important role in the country’s energy industry. While many people recognize that they are a pivotal aspect of the energy sector, few people realize the importance of the...
The cost of solar energy has dropped significantly over the last several years, making it more accessible to almost everyone. Although the popularity of solar panels has risen, many people still don’t understand how they work or how they connect to the larger power...
During extreme heat waves, air conditioning is critical and even life-saving. Others who have limited to no air conditioning will be relying on fans and similar stand-alone devices to cope with the extreme heat. These devices not only increase the electric bills of...