Solar water heaters can lower energy bills and reduce emissions, but they're not right for every home. Here's what to know ...

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When it comes to water heaters, solar water heaters have their own set of followers. Sure, solar water heaters are a slightly expensive alternative to their traditional counterparts, but the plethora ...

A water heater is one of those home appliances that you don't think about until it stops working. However, a water heater can be a major energy eater, whether you're buying one for a new home or ...

A Sensor Networks study reveals that large households of up to four people or more can save up to R500 on their monthly electricity bill by using smart geyser technology. The company, which has ...

Take control of your energy costs with solar power. Solar panels generate “free” electricity, but installing a system still costs money. A typical American household needs a 10-kilowatt (kW) system to ...

As the price of solar panels has plunged, a strange thing has happened. The panels have gone from being a large fraction of installation costs to a relatively minor component. That means all the other ...