Renewable Energy Blog

Pros and Cons of Nuclear Energy

Most of us have heard of nuclear energy, but how much do you know about this form of electricity? When you’re presented with the words “nuclear energy”, some of the first images that may pop in your head might be of a nuclear bomb or of an energy crisis [...]

2025-02-17T12:40:06-05:00March 24th, 2021|

How Businesses Can Reduce Paper Waste

How Businesses Can Reduce Paper Waste Even though a good amount of the country has been working remotely for the majority of the COVID-19 pandemic, paper waste remains a significant issue for businesses across different industries. The amount of wood and paper we throw away each year is enough [...]

2025-03-14T02:39:41-04:00November 18th, 2020|

Solar Energy [Here Is the Way It Works]

The sun does more than just providing Earth with light during the daytime. Every photon (or particle of sunlight) that reaches us contains energy to fuel our planet. The sun’s energy is the source responsible for all energy sources on Earth, and for all our weather systems. Today, solar energy is [...]

2025-03-14T02:50:37-04:00September 23rd, 2020|

What Is a Cradle-to-Grave Analysis?

What Is a Cradle-to-Grave Analysis? A cradle-to-grave analysis is a technique used to appraise the environmental impact associated with all stages of a product’s life (from raw material extraction through materials processing, manufacture, distribution, use, repair and maintenance, and disposal or recycling). This technique helps businesses easily recognize any environmental concerns and [...]

2025-03-31T12:41:18-04:00August 19th, 2020|

Supporting Small Eco-Friendly Businesses

According to the Office of Advocacy of the U.S. Small Business Administration, small businesses account for 44% of economic activity. Today, we are witnessing small and medium-sized businesses take the lead in addressing our most critical global issue – climate change. Clever business owners recognize that consumers and clients respond favorably [...]

2025-03-25T16:07:31-04:00June 3rd, 2020|

Benefits of Energy Star vs. Regular Appliances

Most of us are looking for ways to save money and reduce our carbon footprint. Using energy-efficient appliances vs. regular appliances can help you achieve that goal. By using Energy Star Certified appliances, you can ensure that you are getting an energy-efficient fridge, energy-efficient dryer, energy-efficient water heater, and [...]

2025-03-25T16:15:30-04:00March 25th, 2020|

Effects of Fossil Fuels on Human Health

Effects of Fossil Fuels on Human Health Fossil fuels supply about 80% of the world’s energy. They provide us with electricity, gas, and transportation. Even though these are vital components of our lives, fossil fuels emit carbon dioxide and greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming and climate change. Not to [...]

2025-03-04T11:11:59-05:00March 4th, 2020|

10 Geothermal Energy Facts and Examples

Did you know that geothermal energy is considered one of the most sustainable types of energy? As fossil fuels make up at least 80% of our energy consumption, geothermal energy alleviates the number of toxins that circulate in our atmosphere and enter into our bodies. Check out these interesting geothermal [...]

2025-03-25T16:21:46-04:00February 19th, 2020|

Know Your Solar Panels: 3 Types of Solar Panels

In order to achieve a better tomorrow, we all need to start making sustainable choices today. One consideration is a conversion to solar power, but this decision can be mind-boggling. “What types of solar panels will be best for me? Should I use monocrystalline solar panels or polycrystalline panels? [...]

2025-03-25T16:27:50-04:00February 5th, 2020|

Pros and Cons of Hydroelectric Energy

We drink it, swim in it, and need it to sustain life, but did you know that water accounts for 16.6% of the world’s total electricity production? There are thousands upon thousands of dams in the world, but only a few of them produce hydroelectric energy to power our [...]

2025-03-27T21:15:04-04:00January 15th, 2020|
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