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Debunking 10 Solar Energy Myths: The demand for renewable forms of energy is on the rise in order to lessen the effects of global warming our environment faces due to increased pollution.  We are surrounded by a plethora of renewable energies, especially solar energy, which has the potential to be used year round. Although this is true, there is still scepticism surrounding the benefits gained from solar energy. It is time to remove that scepticism of solar energy and improve the future outlook for it. Myth 1: Solar panels do not work in cold snowy weather or when it is cloudy. Fact: Solar panels work in sunny, cold, and even cloudy environments. The technologies of solar panels allow them to work effectively and efficiently and are even more effective in cooler temperatures than warmer ones. In addition, cloudy weather does not inhibit the efficiency of solar panels; they can be a viable source of electricity as they can still produce enough power. Even cold, sunny winter da

Generators can be a real lifesaver. But used improperly, a generator can be a killer, too. Carbon monoxide and electrocution hazards are real dangers if you don’t know what you’re doing with a generator.  Here are a few of the most important things to keep in mind with a generator. Never run a generator inside your home or an enclosed area. It’s safest to operate a generator in an open outdoor space with plenty of ventilation. Tip 1: Never operate a generator in or too close to your house Generator manufacturers warn you over and over about the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. Yet every year, people die from running their generators in their garage or too close to their house. The manufacturers aren’t kidding. You can’t run your generator in your garage, even with the door open. And you can’t run it under your eaves either. Yes, it’s a pain to move it away from the house and run longer extension cords. And yes, you’ll have to stand in the rain to refill the unit. But it

Harare residents have for many years have been faced with electricity shortages. This, coupled with the introduction of pre-paid meters to many urban households, makes it common sense for everyone to want to save as much power as they can, both for the ‘national good’ and to save the few bond-coins they have. Saving power and money means looking at how we can help conserve energy for our own good, however insignificant such actions might appear. To that end, here are a few tips on how to save electricity in your home. Stoves: A conventional oven uses the same power as 18 microwave ovens. So if you can, rather use your microwave to cook. It is much quicker and cheaper. Do not defrost food in the microwave oven. Rather, take it out of the refrigerator to defrost. When you use your stove, match your pot to the size of the stove plate and keep a lid on the pot to conserve heat. If you have a stove with heavy, solid plates that retain heat, switch off the plate a few minutes before rem