Wind is a natural resource that we can use to harness energy. For thousands of years we have used wind to provide us with motive power as in the case of ships. Through time and the industrial revolution we began … Continue reading
Author Archives: Chris Isherwood
Energy Wizard – Does What it Says on the Tin?
I have just become the proud new owner of an Ecotek – Energy Wizard. The cost has lightened my pockets somewhat, but i have faith in eventually recuperating my money back. Fingers crossed it works. The Energy Wizard is essentially … Continue reading
powerPerfector a Voltage Power Optimisation Technology
The powerPerfector[1] is another form of power quality products. A power quality product aims to improve the voltage waveform of an apparatus so that it can work more efficiently. powerPerfector claims to reduce energy losses by: Suppressing harmonics. Improving the … Continue reading
Solar Thermal
Solar thermal technologies use the sun’s radiation to heat water. There are a variety of different panels or plates available that can heat water to certain temperatures. For instance, a flat plate panel is used for low level heating which … Continue reading
Biomass – Domestic Households
Biomass is a natural biological material. In a renewable energy context, biomass is an animal waste and/or plant material that can be used as fuel to produce energy. There are many examples of biomass including wood, food waste, garden waste, … Continue reading
Photovoltaic (PV) Panels
The term “photovoltaic” is derived from the Greek word “photo” which means light, and the word “volt” which was named after Alessandro Volta, who was responsible for developing the first electric cell in 1800. From these two words, you can … Continue reading
Medium Cost Improvements
Following on from low and no cost improvements you should now be looking further into reducing your energy consumption by making medium cost improvements. These improvements involve spending more money than before but the reduction in your energy bill will … Continue reading
