Winter is here, and it is proving to be a cold one. In the past, a cold winter has just meant turning on the heater and getting warm. However, with the rising cost of electricity and hyperinflation, we are needing to cut costs as much as possible. We have put together a list of ways...

Alternative power supplies are increasingly becoming a necessity not just for businesses but now also for our homes.  Purchasing and installing a generator usually requires a reasonable investment so doing your homework and making the right choice is essential before spending your hard-earned money. How to choose the right generator. Determine if you need a...

There are two types of Solar: Hot Water and Electrical Solar  Ask yourself, do you want to save money or do you want it for the convenience of it or when the lights go out. Research has shown that in the average household, 43% of the power consumed is from your geyser.  So how do...

In Part 1 we touched on Solar geysers and Solar for electrical uses. I’m now going to touch on two types of heating used for Solar geysers. Two types: Flat plate collector solar panels and Vacuum tube system There are the flat plate collector solar panels that have been around for 50 years or so.  How they work...

In Part 1, we touched on Solar geysers and Solar for electrical uses.In Part 2, we touched on three ways to heat hot water using solar power. I’m now going to touch on the different types of solar panels on the market for producing power.  I don’t want to get all High Tech.   For Industrial...