At AEI's link below, you can view a new animated “bar chart race” visualization using the online Flourish software, this one showing US electricity generation by energy source shares from 1949 to 2019 (through April) based on data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA). Here are few observations: 1. Coal has historically been the … [Read more...]
US electricity generation by fuel source, 1949-2019
How to Prepare for Lighting Installation from your Electrician
HomeAdvisor - "Preparing for Lighting Installation" Lighting installation varies quite a bit depending on the individual demands of different projects. Some of today’s most popular lighting projects, like low-voltage lighting installation, are simple enough that many homeowners choose to do it themselves; others, like recessed lighting … [Read more...]
Benefits of Installing GFCI Outlets
Apart from the peace of mind that you and your family are protected against electrocutions, installing GFCI outlets will help you: Prevent Shocks Electrical shocks and electrocution are the major risks that you can be exposed to through electrical devices at your home. This becomes a bigger concern if you have kids who can unknowingly touch … [Read more...]
Does Your Electrical System Need Updating?
Don’t wait for sparks to fly; learn how to tell if your electric system needs an upgrade. 1. Should I update my electrical system? Your home's electrical system is similar to your body’s circulatory system. Your electrical panel is the heart of your electrical system. The circuits that carry electricity to all the plugs, lights and … [Read more...]
How does electricity work?
Electricity is all around us. Maybe some of the toys you play with run on batteries, which have electricity stored in them. You or your parents are reading this article on a computer, phone or tablet, all of which use electricity. The light bulbs, the television, the traffic lights, cars, aeroplanes – they all run on electricity. Electricity is … [Read more...]