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Types of Water Harvesting: Processes Explained
Water harvesting, or rainwater harvesting as it is also known, means collecting rain water from surfaces that it lands on, and channelling it into a storage device so it can be used at a later time....
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Mechanical Energy: Most Common Examples
There are two types of mechanical energy – kinetic energy and potential energy. Any physical object or thing can have mechanical energy, as we shall see in the examples below. Mechanical Energy Type 1...
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Are Wind Turbines Loud? Noise Explained
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), noise such as from traffic is the second leading environmental factor after air pollution that affects human health. Environmental noise has been...
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Solar Bitcoin Mining: Feasibility, Profitability, and More
Bitcoin (BTC) was created as a ‘peer-to-peer version of electronic cash’, allowing financial transactions to occur without the use of a bank or other trusted third party meddling in the middle. The...
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Types of Inverters for Solar Panels: Factors to Consider
The inverter is a critical component of any solar installation. This is the device that converts the DC (direct current) electrical power that comes out of the solar panels, into AC (alternating...
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Solar Panel Maintenance: The Basics, Cost and Warranties
A solar system requires very little maintenance as there are no moving parts and no rust. Regular visual inspections (at least once a month) are recommended to notice if any leaves, dirt, dust pollen,...
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Do Solar Panels Work During a Power Outage?
The short answer to this question is: yes and no – depending on what kind of solar installation you have. As long as the sun is shining on them, solar panels work; They convert sunlight to an electric...
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Solar Panels and Hail: Can They Cause Damage?
If you are considering installing solar PV, and you live in a part of the world where hailstorms can occur, it is sensible to consider what risk of damage there is to solar panels that are struck by...
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How Much Solar Do I Need for my RV/Van? Calculations Explained
The freedom of having off-grid power to live amongst nature in a camper van or RV is quite enticing. Sizing your solar system does not need to be difficult or complicated. Follow these simple steps in...
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Landfills: Pros and Cons Explained
Also known as dumps, tips, or municipal solid waste sites, landfills are one of the most common techniques for disposing of large quantities of garbage. As of March 2022, the United States has...
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