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Future Possibilities For Electricity - Dynowatt, Texas By: autor
Immediately after the first electric appliance was created, these devices were refined and increased in complexity. It seems odd today, but some old electric appliances sometimes had cords covered with fabric that just werent safe when compared with the devices you can find in your local department store today. The way you use electricity is also changing, even if the evolution goes too slowly for you to notice. Here are some interesting advances that will improve the way you use and pay for yo(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-15)
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2009 Texas Energy Wrap-up And A Look Forward By: autor
The pace of American life has accelerated much more quickly in the twenty-first century than it did in the twentieth. The swiftness with which things change is particularly interesting in the field of electricity and energy policy. There is a near universal emphasis on immediate development of green alternative energy sources.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-15)
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The Circuit Breaker Box: Your Homes Power Regulator - Dynowatt, Texas By: autor
The circuit breaker box is one of the components of your home that you usually do not handle unless there is something wrong or you are working on a big project. Perhaps you are adding a ceiling fan to your bedroom. That means you will need to shut off the correct breaker. Maybe the lights are out, and you want to make sure it is a neighborhood problem, and not just one in your home. Once installed, your circuit breaker box is pretty easy to use and is extremely reliable.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-15)
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The Real Value Of A Retail Electric Provider: More Than Just Prices - Dynowatt, Texas By: autor
In many places, the state government has a heavy hand when it comes to the number of options the average residential electric consumer has to choose from. In Texas, however, people have the right to pick from a number of Retail Electric Providers (REPs).(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-13)
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A Worldwide Renewable Energy Tour: No Passport Required - Dynowatt, Texas By: autor
One of the biggest challenges facing the United States in decades to come is the need to develop new sources of renewable energy. Wind power in Texas, solar power in Arizona, geothermal power in Alaska...Wouldnt it be nice to forget these responsibilities for just a little while and think about renewable energy in beautiful, far-flung locations? Lets travel the planet and learn about some of the best places for generating green energy.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-13)
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All About Batteries - Dynowatt, Texas By: autor
You carry batteries with you wherever you go, but you probably do not understand how they work. In fact, in our increasingly digital world, we rely on batteries to keep us on schedule, to keep us entertained, and, in some cases, to save our lives. But how do they store electricity? How does the charge go from the socket in your wall into the little piece of plastic and metal in your hand?(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-13)
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Consumer Ratings And What They Really Mean - Dynowatt, Texas By: autor
No matter what field you are in, it feels good to be recognized for a job well done. For a company, the best kind of recognition comes in the form of customer satisfaction. This is certainly true for Dynowatt; nothing brings our employees more joy than to hear from real customers how their energy savings and payment options have made their lives just a little bit easier.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-13)
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Technology Of Solar Cells By: Derek Lily
Concentrating photovoltaics (CPV) uses lenses and mirrors to focus the sun's energy. This technology includes both a low-concentration approach, which increases the sun's magnification by between 2 and 100 times, and a high concentration approach, which can increase the magnification by hundreds of suns when the PV efficiency exceeds 40%.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-13)
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Give Your Home An Energy Audit - Electricity In Texas By: autor
If you want to keep your energy bills as low as possible, youll have to get the most out of the energy your appliances use. Getting maximum efficiency is particularly important when it comes to the biggest energy users in your home, such as your furnace and refrigerator.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-12)
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Weatherizing Your Home For Electricity Savings In Texas By: autor
Whether you are keeping your home warm during a Vermont winter or keeping your home cool during a Dallas summer, climate control represents a big portion of your monthly utility bills. Over the past few decades, appliance manufacturers have increased the efficiency of furnaces and air conditioners. When you are shopping for new equipment, the ENERGY STAR ratings help you make an educated decision with respect to energy cost.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-12)
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