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Reading Your Electric Meter: How And Why - Dynowatt, Texas By: autor
It is tempting to ignore your electric meter, particularly if you are afraid of what it will tell you about your recent energy consumption. Taking periodic measurements from your meter however, is a good way to seize some control when it comes to your monthly utility bills. Indeed, your electricity provider will take their own readings to make sure they know how much to charge you.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-12)
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Why We Need To Find Alternative Fuel Sources By: williams54850
Like any other perishable commodity on the Earth, fossil fuels also have a limited life span. You use them without thinking today, but one day all the fossil fuels will get depleted. Experts have already set a date when this planet will have no fuel left to run cars. Without fossil fuels owning a Lamborghini, Jaguar or a Mercedes will not matter. Considering this it becomes important to iron out all glitches on alternative fuels arrangements that have been invented over the years.
In anticipation of the day when natural fuels will perish, other sources have been found but their full potential is yet to be tapped. These alternative fuels when used can prove to relieve the worries of the entire global community and also be easier on the pocket unlike fossil fuels.
There might have to be minor re-arrangements made to our machines but it will prove to be an advantage in the long run. Some of the options already in use are:
Biodiesel
Biodiesel also know as green fuel is extracted from vegetable oils and animal fats. Soybean oil is the most widely used oil for extraction as any by-products can also be effectively used and the items used are very much cost-effective. A blend of biodiesel and petroleum in the right quantities can be used to power your diesel engine with and without modifications to it. Biodiesel is an excellent contender for alternative fuels.
Ethanol
Ethanol is produced from sugar and crops like barley, wheat and corn. It can become an ideal source of energy because it is produced from wood by-products and biomass, the stuff which is normally not thought to be useful. A blend of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline is popularly used to run Flexible Fuel Vehicles. This blend which is called E85 is odorless and helps to lengthen the engine life.
Solar Power
Solar power can be harvested using solar cells. Solar cells convert this energy into electricity. Solar panels can also be used to power machines. Although these can prove to be a tremendous source of alternative fuels, they are far from perfect. The abundant power of the sun needs to be tapped properly to get an ideal alternate for fossil fuels.
Wind Power
Wind turbines can convert the tremendous power of wind into electricity. This electricity can be used to power a number of homes. Wind power is inching its way up to be considered the number one source after fossil fuels. It is clean and freely available to anyone who is able to harvest it.
Conclusion
There are also few other options available which can be considered to be alternate fuels. With so many choices it is possible to reduce the dependency of the global community on gasoline. These can be produce internally by any country with the raw materials to do it at-hand. It can be used without worrying about the sky-rocketing costs and how the by-products might be affecting the climate causing global warming.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-12)
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Car Emissions Effects By: Ekrem Gundogdu
The modern day passenger car is a result of several innovations and technological improvements. These improvements have come over a period of time and so is the improvement in engine management system.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-11)
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About Car Emissions By: Ekrem Gundogdu
In all stages of the vehicle development process, emission laboratory is used for development testing. For instance, the engine parameters have been optimized for reducing emissions.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-11)
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How Good Are Solar Panels For Your Home? By: Joshua Vadney
Are solar panels a good investment for your home? How good are solar panels, really? Keep reading to find out what effects whether or not they are right for you.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-11)
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Residential Solar Panels -- What You Need To Know By: Joshua Vadney
If you plan to use residential solar panels around your home to reduce your electric bill you need to read this article and learn more.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-10)
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Knowing The Different Risks Of Mixing Chemicals By: Jo Alelsto
Chemical mixing can be harmful and in general only qualified professionals must do the task. Many chemicals, even those which are apparently inert, may react violently when blended with other potent substances. Never combine two unlike substances without having knowledge about them and the results they might create. Likewise using of protective clothes and having nice ventilation are both essential.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-10)
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Financial Considerations With Solar Power By: Sada Lily
According to a global price survey, solar energy prices have declined an average of 4% per year for the past 10 to 15 years. There is a progressive increase in conversion efficiencies of cells, and manufacturing economies of scale are the underlying drivers of this price decrease.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-09)
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Using The Sun's Energy By: Sada Lily
Solar energy is a renewable source of energy and can be used in various ways. There are three different ways in which solar power can be converted to different forms of energy. Converting the sun's rays into a usable energy source is called electricity.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-07)
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Are Solar Panels Good Or Bad For Your Home? By: Joshua Vadney
Are solar panels good or bad for your home? If you've been reading online about using alternative power sources, you know there is alot of information out there to help you decide whether or not you should use them. Here's a list of good and bad things for you to consider when thinking about using solar power in your home:(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-01-05)
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