Electric / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

...electrical peak demand) without compromising comfort! Erik McLean, Unsplash How does electric thermal storage heating systems work? Under an agreement between the Laboratoire des technologies de l'énergie and the manufacturer Steffes, Hydro-Québec has developed an electric heat storage system to solve the problem of p...

...electricity supply is restored. Know and watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia. How to survive winter cold without electricity First and foremost, it's important to stay informed about the status of the power outage. If it's a widespread outage, listen to the news or check the website of your power company for ...

...electricity can provide peace of mind and ensure that the home remains comfortable and warm even if the heat pump fails or the electricity goes out.  The main factors to consider when deciding whether to install backup heating in a home with a heat pump or electric heating are:   The climate zone where the home is loc...

...electrical panel to see that the fuse or breaker is blown. If your electrical panel has fuses, you could find an identical fuse in the panel to swap out for a moment as a troubleshooting measure. If it begins to run, you know you need a new fuse. If your electrical panel is on a breaker system, first check that it isn’...

...electric heating can still be a good choice. If the electricity they consume is generated sustainably, then electric baseboard heaters can be an economical and eco-friendly choice for heating system for well-insulated green homes. However, if the questions in the “Ask a Pro” section is anything to go by, it seems that ...

...Electric Bike 20 inch Fat Tire Electric Bicycle with 500W Motor and 36V 13AH Removable Lithium Battery for Adults looks well specified at a budget price - take a look here: The Aostirmotor Folding Electric Bike is only 500w for Canadians - compare prices here   Now granted, both of those are slightly funky looking bi...

...electric vehicles, and a trend towards electric power tools and heavy equipment. As we face an ever-increasing risk from climate change, the urgency to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to low-carbon construction techniques and renewable power generation is urgent beyond measure, and the current market kee...

...electric scooters or electric bikes or e-bikes, and whether getting around so stylishly will earn you a high five from law enforcement, or a ticket. Intrigued? Check out the Kickstarter video. Or find some equivalent type e vehicles online here Now you know more about green commuting, Learn more about sustainable ...