One of the culprits all South Africans is fighting, is the rise of electricity prices. And even though the people have made it clear they are unhappy about the price hikes, Eskom continues to empty our pockets. It seems like a never-ending cycle of forking out money we work hard to get in the first […]
By December 2017 the first zero-emissions passenger train will be put to work. The Coradia iLint train has been in development for the last two years and Germany is going to be the first country to use them for passenger transportation. This is yet another big step towards a world that functions with a renewable […]
A while back we did an article about Elon Musk and his different approach to implementing solar power into the home. His vision involves building a roof that is pretty much made up of solar panels and integrated batteries. As part of the movement to change the way people perceive solar power, especially when it […]
In light of keeping your electric bill with Solar Lighting Kits within a number you can actually afford, this article will be looking at something that slowly eats away at your electricity units. They provide a sense of safety, atmosphere and decoration, and yet we have to weigh these elements against an economical perspective. Is […]
Summer is slowly getting closer and it’s time to get your pool back into tip-top shape. This means allowing that pool pump to work some overtime if necessary, because the South African sun isn’t something you want to endure without a pool. But while the rest of the family enjoys the clean and refreshing water, […]
One of the biggest challenges facing the renewable energy movement comes in the form of storage. It seems like everyday scientists are developing more efficient ways of harnessing the power provided by natural elements, but there still remains one elusive problem. At the moment renewable energy can only be stored on a short-term basis, and […]
Just when you think scientists can’t make solar panels better, they come up with the next best thing. At this point in time there are so many different technologies involved with the evolution of solar power, you’ll have a very difficult time deciding which is best. While Elon Musk is moving forward with solar shingles […]
It’s good to know your options, especially when it comes to investing in your home. In this case the investment will be powering your home with renewable energy and getting off the grid. At the moment there are three standalone options you can look at, which is also what this article is all about. We’ll […]
Let’s face it, camping isn’t what it used to be. Where you’d typically take things that don’t require electricity, you can now make them part of the experience. Now, some people might argue that camping is the whole point of getting away from appliances that make life so much easier, but you can’t ignore the […]
We’re continuing that motivational list where we investigate the most beautifully strange energy sources, so if you missed the first part, just follow the link to catch up. So, without wasting your time any longer, here are 5 more reasons to think “Wow!” 6. Sugar in the Gas Tank If you “like” your neighbor, and […]
