by sageenergy | Nov 14, 2019 | Renewable Energy, SAGE Advice
UPDATED November 14, 2019 Solar power is a perfect example of efficiency. So when Efficiency Nova Scotia announced its new SolarHomes rebate for Nova Scotian homeowners late in June 2018, it seems like a natural fit. The new program provides Nova Scotians with a...
by sageenergy | Apr 6, 2017 | Blog, Energy Conservation, SAGE Advice
Update November 2019: Our online catalogue has since been removed. To inquire about specific manufacturers and models we carry, please contact us. Welcome to our newest online feature! SAGE Energy now offers an online renewable energy catalogue of select equipment....
by sageenergy | Oct 25, 2015 | Energy Conservation, SAGE Advice
This was an article Rob wrote back in 2013 but didn’t publish here. Since then, there have been a few changes and some of the calculations may have changed with current NSPI electricity rates, but the essential point of his article has stayed the same. Phantom...
by sageenergy | Sep 28, 2015 | SAGE Advice
After a long hiatus, we’re pleased to reintroduce our regular SAGE Advice articles. To anyone formerly interested in listening to us I offer my apologies for the break. ROI or Return On Investment I love debating ‘Return on Investment’ (ROI). Many folks...
by sageenergy | Jan 17, 2012 | Energy Conservation, SAGE Advice
Refrigeration Part 2: Heat transfer Heat transfer is an interesting part of science. Your refrigerator uses electricity to displace the heat inside the fridge to the exterior of the fridge, and keeps these environments isolated through the use of insulation and seals....