Various renewable energy companies specialize in renewables such as solar, wind, biomass etc. One example of a renewable energy company that helps organizations interested in implementing sustainability in their organizations is Avangrid Renewables, LLC. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon- they are a subsidiary of Iberdrola, S.A- which is one of the largest utility companies in the…
Category: Energy Efficiency for homes and businesses
Many homes and businesses are looking for ways to become more energy efficient. One way of doing so is by investing in solar panels that will generate electricity from the sun’s heat and light, which can then be stored or used directly on-site without any wires needed to connect them with a power grid.
Many homeowners these days are seeking out some sort of alternative energy source because they’re tired of paying their electric bills every month only to find themselves running short just before it comes time for another one. Solar panel systems work great as an option here since you won’t need anything other than sunshine (and possibly water) if your system needs replenishing!
Smart electricity monitoring system
It can be difficult to keep track of how much electricity you are using in your home. A sense energy monitor can help with that by tracking all of your electricity use in real time. This way, you can see where you are using the most energy and make changes to save money on your…
Advantage and disadvantage of energy audit
An energy audit is an examination of energy use and flows in a building or organization with the goal of reducing consumption and saving money. The benefits of an energy audit are many, including: finding ways to reduce waste and save money on energy bills; identifying where best to invest in renewable energy technologies; creating…
Smart Home Solutions – The future of energy
In the past, people would use their homes for shelter and warmth. Nowadays, they are turning to their rooftops in order to make them a place of power. Solar panels have become more accessible than ever before; this is largely thanks to rapid technological advancements. In turn, solar-powered smart homes have been able to become…
Three small sustainable business ideas for small businesses
small sustainable business ideas It is always advisable to conduct a comprehensive audit to understand what sustainable options that would have high impact on your triple-bottom-line, however sometimes you just want to get started to enjoy the benefits of implementing sustainable options. To start with, you can consider doing projects that have a high probability…
Adoption of renewable energy systems for your facility
Adoption of renewable energy. Unlike non-renewable forms of energy such as fossil fuels, renewable energy systems utilize unlimited resources that are replenished time after time. Most countries are endowed with renewable energy resources such as solar, wind, geothermal, small hydro, etc. Depending on what renewable energy resources are available in your location, it is important…
Earth Day 2020 is the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day.
Earth Day 2020 is the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day although unfortunately, the world is facing global sustainability issues such as COVID 19, climate change, and other issues. Achieving sustainability is a work in progress and calls for a constant evolution of technologies, ideas, and concepts to develop solutions that are practical and effective. Sustainability…
Grid stabilization with increased renewable energy.
With the growing environmental concerns about climate change and the need for decarbonization, many private sector organizations, governments, and civil society have committed to a 100% renewable energy future. As of late 2016, more than 300 cities, municipalities, and regions including Frankfurt, Vancouver, Sydney, San Francisco, Copenhagen, Oslo, Scotland, Kasese in Uganda, Indonesia’s Sumba island…
Solar battery charger for cell phone
A solar battery charger not only provides an environmentally friendly alternative to standard battery chargers, but also serves as a backup device in case of blackouts. If you own a solar-powered phone charger, you can recharge your phone without using the traditional method that requires access to a conventional electrical outlet. Charging Your Phone With…
Smart building technology
The smart building technology is a new and smart way of living. It’s smart, because it’s modern and up to date with the newest technological ways of doing things. It’s above all smart in the way that it makes people save money by having a lot less bills to pay. In this day and age…