by Dr. Tom Lombardo Generating electricity from sunlight is more practical than you might think. Germany is one of the world leaders in solar power production, and it gets less sunlight than most places in the northern United States. Energy prices continue to rise and the cost of solar panels…
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Passive Solar Heating, Cooling, and Lighting
by Dr. Tom Lombardo Passive solar is one of the oldest solar technologies known to mankind. Archeologists have found evidence of passive solar homes dating back to ancient Mesopotamia, thousands of years ago. With the abundance of cheap fuel, we’ve moved away from these techniques. Now that we know the…
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Conserving Energy at Home – Part 2
Conserving energy in the home with your heating and cooling methods save a lot of money and reduces your carbon footprint!
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Energy Conservation at Home – Part 1
Energy conservation in your home is a great way to reduce expenses and live more sustainably. Tips on electronics, appliances, and lighting.