Solar Installation: Three Core Tips For Preventing Future Mishaps 19 May 2020 Installing a solar power system can be highly beneficial in the long-term. This setup will allow for the reduction of the total electrical expenses in the home. In addition, there will be back-up power in case of an outage. However, these benefits can be curtailed by poor planning during the design and installation of the solar. If all the various factors of using this renewable power system are not taken into account, functional problems could arise. Read More → Benefits Of Solar Hot Water For Seniors On A Budget 29 February 2016 Taking advantage of solar energy is a viable option for many Australian homeowners, however large-scale solar installations can be costly. If you're a senior on a limited income or pension you may think that solar energy is not within your budget; however installing a solar hot water system can be both affordable and worthwhile. Check out these benefits of solar hot water for seniors on a budget. Save on your water heating costs Read More → Installation Tips For Your Heat Pump Water Heater System 16 February 2016 Heat pumps are highly efficient when it comes to consuming energy. According to EnergyRating, they are 3 times more energy efficient compared to electric heaters. However, this is not a guaranteed result. For you to enjoy low energy consumption from your heat pump water heater, you must make sure it's installed in the right way. Find out how to do that, plus much more, below. Install the unit outside Unlike gas heaters or electric heaters that can operate inside the house, heat pump water heaters must be installed outside. Read More → Cooling Tower Spare Parts: Comparison Of 3 Attributes Between Forced And Induced Draft Parts 9 February 2016 When building or repairing a cooling tower, you have the opportunity to choose parts, such as bearings, that would either transform the cooling tower into a forced draft model or an induced draft model. Forced draft cooling towers have tube sections that are installed to the discharge side of the fan, whereas induced draft cooling towers have them installed near the suction side of the fan. Both types of cooling towers possess advantages and disadvantages. Read More → About Me "The future is green energy, sustainability, renewable energy." These are the words of Arnold Schwarzenegger. It seems that these days, "energy" is the buzz-word on everyone's lips. Cleaner, greener, more efficient and cheaper seem to be the four big discussion points when it comes to keeping our homes and businesses functioning. I have started this blog to highlight all the main energy news and views I come across in my work as a researcher at an academic library. I hope it piques your interest in the topic and gives you a little taste of the incredibly exciting new advances that are occurring in the energy sector. Please browse at your leisure. Archive 2016 2020 Search 2020© Power Talk: Latest News And Views From The Energy Sector