CFLs – let’s bust the myths!

Gary is exactly the man you want to have on the job of sorting through fact and fiction on any energy-related product. This month he gathered the email queries we’ve had about CFLs for a while and addressed concerned that have been voiced by readers.

By |2017-07-24T12:00:49+02:00October 5th, 2010|

What really goes on inside a coal power station?

Gary Fahy takes a look at how a coal power station works and its relationship to carbon emissions. We are also very excited to announce that our Blog has been chosen as one of the top ten green blogs in SA!! Please help us to win and vote for us using the icon on the RHS of the Blog. Many thanks for your support.

By |2017-07-24T12:00:52+02:00September 2nd, 2010|

Gary Fahy’s review of household heaters

Dear friends, This month I have investigated a variety of common household heaters in an attempt to evaluate the costs, and more importantly, the resulting CO2 emissions associated with their use. This might have come a little late in the year, with spring on our doorstep, however the same information will apply next winter.  First [...]

By |2021-07-19T11:22:51+02:00August 30th, 2009|

Gary Fahy’s tip to save water and electricity: fit a water-saving showerhead!

Dear friends, Considering the detrimental effect of pollution on our environment due to electricity production from fossil fuels, as well as the limited supply of fresh water, a device which reduces electricity consumption and water use is an attractive prospect. Water-saving shower and tap fixtures are not a new concept, but for various reasons they [...]

By |2017-07-24T12:01:05+02:00August 4th, 2009|
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