When politicians start talking about renewable energy, you know we have problems. Solar energy is a significant renewable energy and here is an overview of how the technology has developed. Historical Advances in Producing Electricity From the Sun Solar electricity is simply energy produced by harnessing the sun. It...

As winter approaches, everyone begins to think about the furnace. Will in kick on? Will it last through another long, cold winter? Should we install a new furnace? If so, with what kind? If these questions are familiar to you, keep reading as we...

Wood-pellet stoves were invented in the 1980's and have gained in popularity in the last few years. These are small electric stoves that burn small pieces of recycled sawdust that are compressed into pellets. There are a number of advantages to using wood-pellet stoves. They are extremely efficient,...

Times certainly have changed for American Express. Gone are the days where the American Express card was simply a charge card that had to be paid off in full every month. Yes, the old workhorse – the green card – is still available and popular too. However, American Express...

Each room or area of your household, including the outdoors, can contribute to making the process of saving energy an efficient one, with undeniable results. Thus, the attic, for example, is an area which plays a huge role in the energy management of your home, which is why you...

There are as many types of firewood on the market, as there are fireplaces. If you have been heating your home with firewood, you are likely educated in the various types of wood available. If you are considering a wood-burning stove to heat your home or cottage,...

The American Solar Energy Society is a national non-profit group that dedicates itself to promoting and advancing solar energy use to benefits the national as well as global environment. It is the ASES mission to promote widespread use of solar engery for the short term as well as long...

With increasing fossil fuel prices, solar is becoming a popular option. If you have a solar project in mind, the first thing you have to determine is whether you should build it yourself. Solar Projects – Should You Do Them Yourself? In the late 70s, the world suffered through...

Outdoor wood stoves use renewable energy, are less expensive than many other heating systems, and are safer than indoor wood stoves. Outdoor wood stoves create heat by pumping water heated by the wood fire into the house through underground pipes. Once the hot water is inside the home,...

Choosing a furnace for your home is not difficult. The following list are features that you may want to look for when buying your furnace. 1. What type of furnace do you want? Will it be Gas or Electric? The Gas Furnace The gas furnace is always more affordable to use than...

Mark D. Tyrol, P.E.Imagine leaving a window open all winter long – the heat loss, cold drafts, and wasted energy! Well if your home has a folding attic stair, a fireplace, and/or a clothes dryer, that may be just what is occurring in your home!These often overlooked...

Most people, when they think about oil, think about their winter heating bills or the price of gasoline. If only it were that simple. The fact is that oil plays an integral role in almost everything we do. Oil is used to move products around our country and around...

With energy costs higher than they have ever been in recent history, it pays to find ways to reduce your home heating costs. I put together some tips that are easy, cost effective and will all add up to reduce your home heating bills by a significant amount! You...

When you think of a pellet-stove you may think that it is going to be a big hassle so that you are going to turn your nose up to the thought of a pellet-stove. You may even think that a pellet-stove is not going to be safe in your...

A furnace is a device found in the home used for heating. There are several types of furnaces available. A central heating device is found in most homes and distributes warm air throughout the house, heating it. A stove is typically a large appliance where wood is burned to...