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Saving Money on December 29th, 2011
Most homeowners are concerned about how their homes look on the outside when giving their homes a facelift. The first piece of advice that Sungate Energy Solutions would give to homeowners would be to paint. However, Sungate would not suggest just any paint. While it’s true that a good home paint job makes houses look fresh, Tex Coat Cool Wall can do so much more and Sungate can tell you why. It’s ten times thicker than regular paint and it contains special reflective pigments used by the U.S. government to actually reduce the radar signature and reflection of the Stealth bombers. It’s used on the outside of ships to help the cooling system so that it doesn’t use as much energy to keep the ship at a moderate temperature. The surface is actually as much as forty degrees cooler which then transfers into cooler interior temperatures. Think of the positive effects that would have on energy usage in the dog days of summer. Using less air conditioning means using less energy and equals more savings on those high energy bills associated with air conditioning. The bonus is that while Sungate Energy Solutions can help to beautify your home, save on your energy bills, and cool your home more efficiently, Sungate can help you to contribute to an environmentally sound world.
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Solar on December 25th, 2011
Sungate Energy Solutions has the same basic goals as the California Energy Commission. Let’s talk about the California Energy Commission and what the organization represents. While California is a world leader in the area of environmental or green issues, its’ citizens are also is aware of the challenges facing the state. This commission was created by the people and has a dedicated staff of employees that want to serve the people by turning challenges into opportunities. They work for the rights of all Californians to have energy choices that are helpful to the environment, are affordable to its citizens, and are reliable and cost effective. The CEC is mandated by several highly effective and important pieces of legislation that help to set the energy standards for Californians.
The first piece of legislation is the California Global Warming Solutions Act that aggressively backs an 11% reduction on gas emissions to be met by 2020. It also reaches for a reduction of emissions from the state’s greenhouse gas emissions from electricity generation.
The second piece of legislation is referred to as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Technology Program. This program is for the purpose of increasing the use of alternative and renewable fuels and is funded by 100 million dollars a year so that Californians can incentivise public agencies and private businesses to come up with alternative fuels especially regarding transportation.
Then in April 2011, Senate Bill 2X was signed into law and is seen as this country’s most aggressive clean energy standard. The goal of this bill is to work towards renewable energy as not just the choice but the true measurement by which we can all breathe cleaner air, drink cleaner water and become more energy self-reliant.
Sungate Energy Solutions helps to provide property owners with the opportunities to contribute to those same goals by using renewable energy such as solar power to decrease expensive and environmentally unsound energy used in your homes and businesses. For more information, check out Sungate Energy Solutions for all of our services and products that are available to you. We would love to meet with you and talk about your energy choices.
Have you ever been in the shower when the water suddenly turns frigid? You stick your head out of the shower door and yell, “Who’s using the hot water?” That, of course, happens after you’ve waited several minutes for the hot water to show up! A shower should be a relaxing time of the day for you and not a time of frustration and wasting water. Sungate Energy Solutions can end all of that by installing a tankless water heater. Rinnai tankless water heaters can turn the hot water on when you want it without the waste of water, wait for hot water, and the limitations of a hot water tank.
With Rinnai tankless water heaters, you can reduce your energy costs due to their energy efficiency. The units actually shut down and use almost no energy when the need for hot water is not required. They also last twice as long as tank style units. With Rinnai, the size of the unit is much smaller than regular hot water tanks so it’s a space saver. You no longer need to worry that your hot water is coming from a rusty tank so your hot water will be continually clean. What a relief it will be for you to know that your hot water tankless system is so much more reliable than a tank type of water heater that could break or leak leaving you with no hot water at all.
Sungate Energy Solutions can address your concerns about energy and conservation. Tankless water heaters require about 30% less energy to use. Their efficiency among consumers is about 99%. You’re actually heating more water for less money. Another environmental plus to consider is the length of time the tankless water heater lasts in comparison to the hot water heaters with tanks. You would have to purchase two tanks to every one tankless hot water heater putting a burden on your pocket book and another burden on landfills because the tanks are not biodegradable.
So, purchasing a new Rinnai tankless water heater is a win win situation financially and environmentally. You can’t lose when you go tankless. So, contact Sungate Energy Solutions for more information and put them in your “favorites” by going to thesungate.com and calling for a free consultation.
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Solar on December 12th, 2011
Renewable energy is a form of energy derived from natural resources such as wind, flowing water and sunlight. It is environmentally friendly because it does not produce pollution. Hydroelectric power is the largest source of renewable energy. It uses flowing water to produce electricity. Another source of renewable energy is solar power, which uses sunlight to produce energy. Wind power is a similar source which uses wind current to produce energy. Last is geothermal power which uses the natural heat of the earth’s core to produce power.
One of the major benefits of using this kind of energy is the fact that it is renewable. It is also sustainable, so it will never run out. You can use it as many times as you want without depleting it. Since its fuel is derived from available natural resources, it helps in reducing the cost of operation. It also produces little or no green house gases and waste byproducts. By reducing pollution, it keeps our environment clean and makes it a safer place to live. They require little maintenance and are less laborious.
The plants used in the renewal of energy are mostly situated in rural areas. This brings economical benefits to people living in those areas because of increased local service and also tourism. Geothermal steam plants takes up a small area, so they can be run both day and night. If you have solar power attached to your home or place of work, it is advisable for you to sell the excess power back to your provider. This will help in reducing the number of businesses and homes being powered by fossil fuel plants.
Using renewable energy at home or work can help you save a lot of money. You will also feel comfortable living in a clean environment. This is because clean air and environment is important to life and good health.