Powering Through Change: Maintaining Reliability Amidst Energy Evolution
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation’s (NERC) 2023 Long-Term Reliability Assessment (LTRA) was released in December 2023, and…
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Can an EV pay for my solar panels?
Substituting electricity generated by residential solar panels for gasoline to power an electric vehicle can dramatically reduce the…
Degree Days Demystified: Estimating Heating & Cooling Energy Usage
Heating and Cooling Degree Days (HDD and CDD) are essential tools in understanding and managing energy consumption, especially…
Appliance Audit: Selecting Energy- and Water-Efficient Models for Sustainable Living
As the world increasingly focuses on sustainability and energy conservation, homeowners are becoming more conscious about the efficiency…
Keeping Your Home Battery System Healthy: Maintenance and Testing Insights
Maintaining a home battery storage system (BSS) is essential for ensuring its longevity and efficiency. Despite the general…
Keeping the Lights on: A Guide to Choosing the Right Battery Backup System
Selecting the right home battery backup system is crucial for ensuring reliable power during outages and reducing dependence…
How much energy can a small wind turbine generate?
One of the problems with solar energy is that the sun doesn’t shine at night. In Northern latitudes,…