30th May 2006
While the federal government has created incentives for going solar, they are but a drip in the bucket compared to incentives being offered in Hawaii.
Homeowners In Hawaii Get Windfall With Solar Power
There is a move afoot to wean ourselves from f...
30th May 2006
Hydropower has been a slumbering giant in the energy game. Since the 1960s, its use has actually gone down compared to other energy sources. This is beginning to change.
Hydropower As A Major Player In The Energy Game
Hydropower is the massive prod...
30th May 2006
Given energy concerns these days, most homes are now designed to take advantage of passive solar heating concepts. Solar thermal is a big part of this process.
How Thermal Mass Works In Your Home
Getting a little free heating can go a long way on y...
26th May 2006
Whether you need heat in winter or air conditioning in summer, you run the risk of throwing away money on utilities. You need not do this by making painless home improvements.
Home Improvements – Get Your Envelope In Order
Your house is an enclosed...
26th May 2006
As oil and gasoline prices rise, much hay is being made regarding the possibilities of power cells as a solution to our oil addictions. Here's a basic primer on power cells.
Power Cells As Alternative To Oil
More than a few politicians have argued ...
26th May 2006
Fountains are a popular addition to most landscaped yards. Solar fountains give you the benefit of traditional fountains without running up your electrical bill every month.
Sprucing Up Your Garden With Solar
Mention solar power and people get an ...
26th May 2006
One of the biggest home expenses over time is the cost of energy. Going down under is one way to combat this cost. No, I am not talking about Australia!
Going Down Under With Your House
One of the best ways to save money on utilities it to build a ...
20th May 2006
The cost of gas in the United States is increasing dramatically. The following tips can help you limit the impact on your bank account when you are sitting at the pump.
Tips for Saving Money At The Pump
As of the writing of this article, gas prices...
20th May 2006
With energy issues becoming a daily subject in the news, wind energy is gaining notoriety. Here is an overview of wind farms and their potential.
An Overview of Wind Farms
A wind farm is simply a collection of wind turbines in a location used to p...
20th May 2006
In the effort to get away from our oil and coal dependency, nuclear energy is getting attention again. Here is an overview of nuclear energy.
An Overview of Nuclear Energy
Harnessing a chemical reaction at the nuclear level of certain materials pro...
20th May 2006
Passive solar is a method of using the energy from the sun to heat a home. It is extremely popular because the process is free once a passive solar home is created.
Is Passive Solar A Viable Home Heating Option In Cold Areas?
Passive solar can be u...
20th May 2006
If you own a home, do it yourself projects undoubtedly occupy many of your weekends. Mail order plumbing makes plumbing upgrades cheaper, particularly if you plan ahead.
Ordering Parts For Your Plumbing Through The Mail
The Internet has given rise ...
20th May 2006
Upgrading a bathroom is one of the more popular home improvement projects. Handling the plumbing for draining your shower can be exceedingly simple unless you go overboard.
Handling Your Own Shower Drain Installation Project
Whether you are a batht...
20th May 2006
You hear it over and over, the best way to improve the value of a home is to spruce up the kitchen. Fortunately, there are a lot of computer programs that let you do this in spades.
Designing Your New Kitchen On The Computer
Okay, just about everyo...
20th May 2006
As modern society searches around for alternative energy sources, wind farms are getting mention. There are, however, limitations regarding wind farms as major energy alternatives.
Wind Farms – Limitations as Energy Platforms
Wind power is an entic...
