With the new year comes new responsibilities. 2019 was a year for the world to realize just how serious the threat of global warming really is. With that being said, it is time we take measures into our own hands. We are all responsible for our own actions and should take the right precautions to …
Did you know that the energy usage in each household has reduced throughout the years? This is because of improved housing materials, electrical equipment, and other reasons. Despite this, Americans still use around a quarter of the total energy consumption in the world. We could all do better to reduce our impact on the environment while also saving money in the …
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Does the cost of your energy bill send a shiver down your spine every month? If you’re nodding your head, you’re not alone in your worry. In fact, the average homeowner spends approximately seven percent of their income on energy bills. When we consider this monthly cost in addition to mortgage payments and utility payments, …
Back in 2017, U.S. homeowners had an average monthly electricity bill of $111.67. That puts their yearly spending on electricity alone at a staggering $1,340. As if that’s not enough, the EIA forecasts spikes in retail electricity prices in 2019 and 2020. From 2018’s 12.89 cents per kilowatt-hour, average prices will rise to 13.04 cents …
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“Going green” is a top priority for a lot of people these days. In fact, half of all digital consumers say that environmental concerns have an impact on their purchasing decisions. If you’re looking to reduce your impact on the environment, a good place to start is with your own home. There are lots of …
Thermal treatment methods use heat energy to move harmful chemicals in groundwater and soil. With in situ thermal treatment, heat is sent underground, directly to contaminated areas. Then, pollutants move toward wells where they are piped above the ground to be treated with other methods. Thermal treatment is particularly beneficial for NAPLs or non-aqueous phase …
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Many of us have begun shopping for green products. By looking for environmentally options, we can help to reduce our carbon footprint, and hopefully give the planet more of a fighting chance. It might only be a very small difference that we make with each purchase, but when millions of people do the same thing …
With your next home improvement project, why not add power saving to your list of improvements? Energy efficiency upgrades can increase the value of your home, and they save you money every month. Plus, they might be more affordable than you think. The first step may be to ask your energy company to send an …
What is Carbon Monoxide? Carbon monoxide or CO is an odorless, colorless, tasteless gas and isn’t as dense as air. Its properties make it highly dangerous and are toxic to humans in excessive quantities. It is created when carbon and oxygen combine and form two gases. When the combustion of carbon is complete, i.e.there is …
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Making the choice to live a more sustainable life is an important and rewarding decision. Of course, while it’s fairly easy to change many of our daily habits, tackling the tasks of making our home more eco-friendly can seem pretty intimidating – if you don’t have the right tricks up your sleeve. Luckily, taking on …