Renewable Energy Blog

Do you want to learn how to save energy at work? Many companies look for ways to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency. They need active participation from employees to do this. Doing this shows corporate responsibility and reverses climate change. Here are ways to help your employer and [...]

Looking for ways to become more eco-friendly in your everyday life is a worthwhile challenge. Minor adjustments to your daily routine can leave a profound and lasting impact. But sometimes, the best way to make those changes aren’t clear—and it can be challenging to see the best way to [...]

We live in a technological era powered by electricity, and our energy dependence continues to increase. But with that increased use comes increases in our carbon footprint. That’s left many of us looking for ways to reduce our daily energy use. Fortunately, there are many steps we can take [...]

What does it mean when you receive a severe thunderstorm report? While thunderstorms can vary in intensity, they gain a “severe” classification if they: Produce hail 3/4 inch in diameter or larger Create winds of 58 miles per hour or more Produce a tornado But not to worry, there [...]

Summer is here, and energy prices are rising. This is typical: Prices tend to increase along with usage in the summer and go down in the winter.  The cost of electricity is made up of many factors, but the biggest ones are the amount of supply available, building and [...]

When you’re relaxing in your home during the middle of the sweating summer months, you want to be cool and comfortable. You're kicking your feet up indoors between the backyard BBQs, lounging poolside, and venturing out on vacation. No one wants to be wilting under the unrelenting heatwaves, but [...]

Composting, on the surface, looks like it takes a lot of time and work. You might be wondering—how long does it take to compost a pile fully? The good news: it might not take as long as you think, and, once you’re set up, it’s a surprisingly low-maintenance way [...]

Earth Day should be every day, not just one day in April. This international holiday can change minds and habits, reminding people of the planet’s importance and advocating for its protection and conservation all year. If you’re a parent wondering how to celebrate Earth Day every day with kids [...]

Buying a new refrigerator is a daunting task. But while you may be more focused on your refrigerator's size, aesthetic, and storage capacity, there’s another variable you should consider: energy efficiency. Kiwi Energy strongly believes every home should run as energy-efficiently as possible. Your fridge is a major player [...]

Knowing the ENERGY STAR, CEE, SEER, and EER rating meanings can make all the difference between wasting or saving electricity.  Kiwi Energy wants to give you all the information you’re seeking about good energy efficiency ratings for household appliances so you can make the best choice for your home [...]