Team Brightworks, Author at Brightworks Energy

Why you should offset your hydro bill with solar in Ontario

by Team Brightworks February 2, 2018

China produces the largest amount of solar power in the entire world. In fact, China produces more solar power than the United States, Italy, & the entire United Kingdom combined.

What are they doing differently than us?

Well, for starters, Solar Power is one of the largest industries in all of mainland China. In 2007, nearly half of the world’s production of Solar Panels happened there, although 99% of the panels were being exported to other countries.

Now, China has quadrupled its production of panels, surpassing the entire global demand.

However, China’s implementation of solar power doesn’t stop there – solar water heating is also used extensively throughout the entire country, & in 2015, 77.42 GW of Solar Energy were produced – meaning there was enough solar power generated to energize 59,554 homes for an entire year.

The Skinny on Energy Efficient Light Bulbs

by Team Brightworks January 27, 2018

Many of us love the idea of energy efficient light bulbs. When it comes down to it, however, we often stick with the old incandescent light bulbs, mistakenly believing that they are a cheaper alternative to their energy efficient competitors.

Though we’re creatures of habit, making the switch to energy efficient light bulbs can actually save you substantial cash in the long term, in addition to helping make your home or business more environmentally sustainable.

So, how do energy efficient bulbs stack up, and which type is best?

Redesigning building facades to enhance the energy efficiency of buildings

by Team Brightworks December 6, 2017

Recently, two researchers from School of Building Engineering at UPM have developed a ventilated façade with a double chamber and flow control device that significantly saves energy in buildings. This sustainable and efficient solution can be applied in both rehabilitation works and new buildings due to its simplicity of implementation.

The facade is the main constructive element of a building that allows us to meet the requirements of energy efficiency and interior comfort established in the national and international rules and directives of the construction sector. The type of system, the design and the right execution of the façade itself are critical aspects that determine the final energy consumption of the building.

4 myths about renewable energy—Busted!

by Team Brightworks November 20, 2017

In 2016, renewable energy was responsible for two-thirds of all new energy generation capacity globally, with solar PV leading the way.

Solar energy is now surpassing coal, nuclear, and natural gas for new capacity. Renewable energy technology and pricing have changed dramatically in the last decade, but there are still many myths about renewable energy that persist.