7 striking energy conservation tips-Plan for a better tomorrow

Energy conservation is a primary concern in the contemporary world, since the resources of non-renewable sources are becoming limited day by day. We should be conscious before it is too late and the precious resources are lost completely. We should join our hands together and participate in the program of energy conservation and contribute to the society. This blog tells you about the different ways in which you can conserve energy. These tips are extremely valuable for storing energy in domestic uses. All these tips will be beneficial for you since you will not only save energy but also money. 

By following these tips you can significantly check your electricity bills.

1. Installation of a programmable thermostat:

With the help of a programmable thermostat, you can significantly be able to manage the cooling and heating systems thereby lowering your utility bills.

2. Unnecessary wastage should be avoided:

Make sure that you turn off the lights, fans, air conditioner, TV, etc of your room when you are leaving the room. You will be surprised to know that computers in standby mode consume much more energy when compared to the state of operating it.

3. LED lights:

Use LED lights instead of high power bulbs. The LED bulbs have been constructed by using new technologies based on the conception of low energy consumption.

4. Natural sources of lights:

Try to use natural sources of lights like sunlight when it is available and thus try to avoid using the electricity based lights.

5. Save the consumption of petrol:

Prefer walking to cover short distances than choosing your private car or bike to travel to such places. Beside this, choose the public means of transportation instead of private cars. This will help in conserving petrol which is a non-renewable source.

7. Reduce the use of ACs:

Use your air conditioner cautiously. Let the cool breezes enter inside your room by opening the window panes and the doors thereby allowing the interior of the room to cool down. Therefore reduce the usage of air conditioners.

Types of Renewable Energy

There are two types of energy resources found in Nature, Renewable and Non- Renewable.  As there name suggests non renewable are fossil fuels which cannot be replenished or re-used.

Whereas on the other hand renewable sources of energy are those which can be replenished such as wind and solar energy—and will never run out. 

Discussed below are the renewable sources of energy

Solar

Most renewable energy comes either directly or indirectly from the sun. Sunlight directly or indirectly can be used for the purpose of heating and lighting homes. Can also be used for generating electricity, and for hot water heating, solar cooling, and a variety of commercial and industrial uses.

Wind

It is actually the sun that derives the winds as well, the energy is produced and harnessed with the help of the wind. whose energy is captured with wind turbines. The Earth's rotation also contributes to the winds, particularly through the Coriolis effect.

Biomass

The plants needs several essential component to grow on earth. Sunlight and water remains a crucial for the same. The organic matter that makes up those plants is known as biomass. Biomass can be used to produce electricity, transportation fuels, or chemicals. The use of biomass for any of these purposes is called biomass energy.

Hydrogen

Hydrogen is a crucial component that helps in generating living condition on this planet. It is found in many organic compounds, as well as water. It's the most abundant element on the Earth. But it doesn't occur naturally as a gas. It's always combined with other elements, such as with oxygen to make water. Once separated from another element, hydrogen can be burned as a fuel or converted into electricity. Because energy is always needed to produce hydrogen, hydrogen is not in itself an energy source, but rather a way to store and transport energy, so it is often referred to as an energy carrier.

Other than these resources we also have Geothermal, Ocean, Hydropower

 

Energy Saving Tips to Use Throughout the Year

The decreasing foot prints of fossil fuel is one of the greatest concern of our times. The energy producing resources   namely, non renewable have been exhausted at an constant rate resulting in this crunch. On the other hand the burning of these fuels causes several reactions out of which production of heat is the most common. This heat Conjures up a phenomenon called global warming, that has endangered the Glaciers and other frozen areas and bodies resulting in the rise of water level of the existing water bodies and endangering species  and hence disturbing the ecological model of the nature.

But there are a few ways we can tackle the challenges of these hideous problems. Below given are few energy saving tips:-

·         Use fans instead of air conditioner all the time.

·       Replace incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent ones. They last up to ten times longer and can use a quarter of the energy.

·       Plug electronics into a power strip and flip off the switch when the gadgets aren’t in use. (make sure this won’t mess up clocks and recordings.)

·        Always turn off all your computer components that we usually forget or lazily don’t. Also set the computer's sleep mode for when the computer is idle for just a little while. By doing these two simple acts, you will use about 85% less energy each day.

·         Simply switch off the light whenever not in need or you leave the room.

·         Set the thermostat to no lower than 78°F in the summer and no higher than 68°F in the winter.

·         You can use natural light by placing  your desk next to a window instead of a lamp.

·         Close your curtains to keep out daytime summer heat or keep in nighttime winter warmth.

·         Turn off the TV or video game console and play outside.

·         Always turn off your cars and other vehicles when waiting for  that light to turn green.

·         Ride a bike or walk instead of using the car.

·        Carpool

These are simple and very effective tips to preserve and save out beautiful planet.

Eco Lite Technologies- Lighting up lives the 'efficient' way

The ultra modern times of today are consuming much power and energy that is difficult to replenish. Considering the environmental depletion that is taking place at a rapid place, saving energy and the globe has emerged as a major issue of concern for all nations across the world. Power saving is an essential key in the formation of several social-economic policies of developed and developing nations.  Understanding the critical need for saving power, Eco Lite Technologies endeavors to contribute in the making of a greener and energy-efficient India by offering intelligent lighting solutions by using LED based lighting products. It is an ISO certified company with an in-house manufacturing unit. Hence, the quality and service is more reliable here.

By combining tomorrow's technologies with today's world, Eco Lite Technologies has developed innovative products and green life applications for the contemporary household. The company has put in remarkable professional expertise and expert insight create a unique product range that is both energy efficient and Eco-friendly. The distinguishing factor of the high-end product range at Eco Lite is that the designs are exceptional and power consumption is minimum with zero carbon footprint.

The exclusive product line at Eco Lite is a result of extensive research and development done by qualified specialists and experienced professionals. With a highly effective technical and creative resource support, Eco Lite constantly keeps updating and upgrading its range of products to keep abreast with ever-evolving and dynamic trend of customer demands and energy requirements. The in-house Research and Development center is fully equipped with the latest hardware equipment for testing and measurement. Adding further value to the quality offered at Eco lite Technologies, these machines and equipment are from leading global service providers like Lab sphere, Keithley, Fluke,Orb-optronix,Tektronix, Hefley and GW-Instek supported by industry standard software like Solidedge, QLED, Dialux and Altium. Moreover, all safety and precautionary measures are well taken care of in the in-house lab where the product undergoes several testing procedures such as power factor, driver efficiency, insulation resistance, temperature and humidity tests etc.

The administration at Eco Lite Technologies is committed to develop intelligent power solutions for several energy consumers. The prime focus is to offer an effective and efficient product line to suit numerous requirements.

Energy Issues & Poverty in the Modern World

In the age of Smartphones, Online Social networking, we have instant access to information and constant means of communication. For us it is difficult to imagine life without these luxuries, but for a large portion of the world these technologies are not only a rarity, but an impossibility, as there is no access to electricity. Be it cause of lack of means or awareness. Ever wondered about the extent of affect electricity over-consumption has on our society?

Energy poverty is a lack of access to modern energy services which are crucial to human well-being and to a country’s economic development.

According to a recent IEA and UNDP report, over1.5 billion people do not have access to electricity; 585 million of them living in Sub-Saharan Africa and 404 million in India. Three billion people i.e. almost half of the world’s population, rely on biomass, such as wood, charcoal, and dung for cooking and heating purposes. A lot of developing nations have people using dirty or polluting fuels, spending excessive time collecting fuel to meet basic needs which is hazardous to health in the long run.

Countries cannot develop economically if a significant portion of the households/population is living in energy poverty.

Energy poverty is one of the least discussed aspects of our current energy challenge, yet it poses serious threats to economies, national security, the environment, and public health throughout the world. Thus, addressing this issue is very important. Solar energy should become vastly prevalent and awareness should be spread about the same. Technological innovation is needed to drive down the cost of such energy substitutes so they are competitive and easily accessible. Developed nations have a big role to play in assisting these developing nations to grow.

Interesting facts about Trees

Trees are the essential elements of Nature that continue to nurture 'life' on planet Earth. The massive contribution of trees in maintaining the natural life cycle is unmatchable. It is only through their existence that amidst such rapid development and modernization, we get to breathe some pure and fresh air to keep fit and healthy. Talking about trees and their importance, here are some interesting facts that you might not be aware of. Read on to grow your insight about Trees:

1.      Atmosphere feeds the trees more than soil. They get 90% of their nutrition from the atmosphere and 10% from below the ground.

2.      Old age does not lead to a tree's death. Insects, diseases or humans can kill them!

3.      There are about 20,000 different species of trees in the world.

4.      Trees in the street help in reducing noise pollution by lowering traffic noise.

5.      Trees are natural pollution filters.

6.      Trees can induce rainfall by cooling the land and transpiring water into the sky from their leaves.

7.      Arbor Day is a public holiday in United States in which individuals are encouraged to plant trees and care for them.

8.      Knocking on wood for good luck originated from primitive tree worship when rapping on trees was believed to summon protective spirits in the trees.

9.      The older the tree, the more beneficial it is for the community. Large trees can hold and store more CO2.

10.  An interesting study has shown that households with trees in the vicinity have significantly less violence in their homes than those with no trees!

11.  Trees increase concentration power! People can make better choices and be more successful.

These known and unknown facts about trees can help you understand their significant importance in fostering healthy and successful living. So, plant a tree...save a life!

How to keep your house cool naturally

Worried about your electricity bills raising higher than the mercury levels in the summer season? Want to adopt some natural techniques to keep your house cool without much electricity consumption? Here are some tips to help protect your house from the heat in an energy-efficient way. Read on to bring some innovation in convention:

1.   Keep your house close tight during the warm season. Avoid letting unnecessary heat seep into the house. Ventilate in late evenings or during night.

2.      Plant trees around the house to reduce incoming heat.

3.      Replace your old air conditioner with a modern and high-efficiency unit to get the best value of both power and money.

4.    Buy a high-efficiency air conditioner: for room air conditioners, the energy efficiency ratio (EER) rating should be above 10; for central air conditioners, look for a seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) rating above 12.

5.      Put all curtains facing the south and west directions during the days as they get you direct sunlight.

6.    Cover your house windows with bamboo shaded or woven screens to block 60-80% of the sun's heat enter the home.

7.      Install white window shades or mini-blinds. Mini-blinds can reduce solar heat gain by 40-50 percent.

The above techniques can help you maintain a cool house during hot summer season without disturbing the environment or increasing electricity bills. Keep the above factors in mind and enjoy a Cool Summer the natural and energy-saving way!