“LED lamps are increasingly being embraced by more and more consumers. Converting old tungsten filament incandescent lamps to new LED lamps is a simple process of removing the old lamp and installing the new one. But in reality, many times … Continue reading
Category Archives: Utilities
The absolute craziest Electric Code violations uncovered by NEC Consultant Russ LeBlanc in 2018. Here are the photos of last year. Shoddy electrical installers beware: If you’re behind an electrical installation gone wrong like those featured here, there’s a good … Continue reading
“A decade ago, the United States market voluntarily abandoned the long-standing wood preservative and treatment method where an arsenic and copper compound was forced into the fibers of the lumber. When the fluid was removed, this preservative was left behind … Continue reading
“Imagine a high-rise, downtown office building doubling as a power plant. The image isn’t so farfetched and will probably be realized in the not-so-distant future, says…” Read the full article at https://constructible.trimble.com/construction-industry/flexible-solar-cells-could-let-buildings-generate-their-own-power “Flexible Solar Cells Could Let Buildings Generate Their … Continue reading
“Most people recognize that generators come in different “sizes” and understand that bigger “things” require bigger generators. After that, though, eyes glaze when the discussion turns into techno-babble about kilowatts, horsepower, amps, and loads. Unlike many inconsequential topics, however, these … Continue reading
“Where public utilities meet the properties they serve, knowing what’s buried before you disturb the ground is more than a good idea: It is the law and violations are subject to significant penalties. After millions of dollars in damage and … Continue reading
October 22-28, 2017 Each year National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week is a call to bring together individuals, organizations, industry, and state and local governments to help increase lead awareness by using their efforts and collaborations to reduce childhood exposure to … Continue reading
Appliance Standards Awareness Project (ASAP) organizes and leads a broad-based coalition effort that works to advance, win, and defend new appliance, equipment and lighting standards that deliver large energy and water savings, monetary savings and environmental benefits. https://appliance-standards.org/ Commercial and … Continue reading
Enter your zip code or click on you state to see the information from Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) Tap Water Database. Since 2010, water utilities’ testing has found pollutants in Americans’ tap water, according to an EWG drinking water quality … Continue reading
Thinking about installing solar, but don’t have all the capital funds? A power purchase agreement (PPA) might be an option, using a local organization. Here’s some background information about PPA. “A solar power purchase agreement (PPA) is a financial agreement … Continue reading
“As snow and ice disappear, damage and hazards on your camp’s property may begin to appear. By identifying and correcting….” The article describes four areas: inspections and repairs HVAC spring tune-up, safe sleeping areas, and walking trails and parking areas. … Continue reading
“Assessing your camp lighting is a bright idea. Not only does light create a desired atmosphere for guests, but factors like energy efficiency, lifespan of bulbs and difficult of replacement can have an enormous effect on your camp operating budget…..” … Continue reading
“Surge protectors aren’t like diamonds. They have a definite lifespan. At some point, your surge protector will stop protecting your gear from power surges and become a dumb power strip” –How to Geek Resources Amazon buyers guide: surge protectors. … Continue reading
As an outdoor facility, how do you promote viewing the night sky? Here’s an excerpt from the national parks: “Paradoxically, as the opportunity for high-quality stargazing has diminished, its value may be increasing. In this way, the economic benefits of … Continue reading
“…Regardless of whether your water comes from a well on site or a distribution system that serves you and your neighbors, your drinking water contains some amount of dissolved elements. That’s not altogether a bad thing, and if you’ve ever … Continue reading