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Efficient Motor Management and Variable Frequency Drives Can Save Money, Reduce Energy Costs and Benefit Productivity

Electric motor-driven systems account for approximately 50 percent of all electricity generated in the world and can often represent some of the highest energy users in […]

Get a Jump on Cold Weather

Q: Winter and its customary high energy bills have a way of sneaking up on me. What are some tips for saving money this year? A: Winter will […]
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Home Rehabilitation Is Key to Supporting Energy Efficiency in Low-Income Housing

In North Carolina, 20% of homeowners are classified by the U.S. Census Bureau as cost-burdened by their housing. One factor that contributes to high housing costs […]

Infrared Heating Offers Beneficial Opportunity for Industrial Processes

Heat is required for many industrial processes. For drying and curing, for example, facilities traditionally rely on large natural gas-fueled convection ovens that heat the air that then carries the […]
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Charging Up at Home

Although the financial, environmental and performance benefits of electric vehicles (EVs) often get the most attention, another perk is their convenience. What if, rather than having to stop at a […]

Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Electrification in North Carolina

How many organizations and cities in North Carolina have or will soon have electric buses in their fleets? The answer is nine. Although light-duty electric vehicles […]

Troubleshooting Techniques for AC Induction Motors

Three-phase alternating current (AC) induction motors don’t last forever, and over time, they tend to experience common problems. Understanding the operating parameters and forces acting against a motor, conducting tests […]

Advanced Energy Classified as Nationally Recognized Certification Program

On July 6, 2020, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) issued its final determination classifying Advanced Energy as a nationally recognized certification program for electric and small electric motors.After achieving […]

Keeping Track of Energy Use at Home

Q: Having additional time at home has made me more aware of just how many devices and appliances use electricity. How can I tell how much energy they’re consuming, […]

Deciding “Yes” on Residential Solar

You’ve done the research and have decided to install solar at your home. What’s next to keep the process moving? To know what else to expect and get the system, […]