Green Energy

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September 16, 2024

Renewable energy and carbon-free energy: What’s the difference?

Renewable energy is good for us and good for the planet. But so is carbon-free energy. Are they one and the same? Although you may hear both terms mentioned...

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September 11, 2024

Why we should embrace electric public transportation

Commuting is a drag. When you ride a tricycle, jeep, or bus, you are exposed to engine fumes, air pollution, and noise.This takes a toll on your health. Plus,...

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September 11, 2024

Can you use solar energy at night?

We need electricity most at night when we come home from a long day of work or studying. But how exactly can we use solar power when the moon...

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September 2, 2024

What you need to know about nonrenewable energy

To renew means to begin again or to replace something old with a newer version. We renew contracts, leases, and licenses all the time. But the energy that we...

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September 2, 2024

How is renewable energy good for the environment?

The environment is in crisis and the country is pivoting to supplementing and eventually replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy. But how is renewable energy actually beneficial for the...

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August 30, 2024

Are renewable energy sources cheaper?

If you are considering switching to renewable energy sources but you’re worried about the cost, here’s a breakdown. The cost of energy from fossil fuels Traditionally, energy from fossil...

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August 9, 2024

Is Water A Good Source Of Power?

As the country continues to explore renewable sources of energy, it’s a no-brainer to explore a resource that surrounds our archipelago: water. Mindanao already boasts of two hydrogen power...

July 15, 2024

ERC notes positive trend in net metering adoption

Households that produce their own electricity through renewable sources such as solar power usually have enough to meet their needs with some left over. The good news is that...

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June 28, 2024

Small fisherman find hope in solar power

In Maguindanao del Norte, the residents rely on fishing for their livelihood and food security. However, weak and intermittent electricity make it impossible to install industrial-grade cold storage facilities...

June 24, 2024

USAID Promotes Renewable Energy Use In CDO

For local communities to embrace sustainable business methods, it’s important to be exposed to best practices around the world. Cagayan de Oro took a big step towards sustainability as...