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Motors and drives testing has been a staple of Advanced Energy for nearly 30 years. The motors and drives laboratory follows procedures that are well documented, […]

Lighting is essential to creating a safe and comfortable environment in commercial and industrial buildings. It also, however, contributes substantially to energy usage and can exceed 20% of total consumption.

Q: Will closing my crawl space vents keep the floors of my home warmer? A: It would be nice if merely closing crawl space vents would make magic […]

Q: Is radon a concern in homes with crawl spaces, and should I get a test? A: Testing for radon is an inexpensive and commonsense way to minimize […]

Q: My home occasionally has a musty odor, and I’m worried it could affect my health or the health of my home. I suspect the vented crawl space is […]

Q: Is it OK to heat my home with a kerosene space heater if my furnace isn’t working? A: An indoor kerosene heater should only be used in […]

Q: How important are carbon monoxide alarms in homes that are all-electric? A: Think of carbon monoxide alarms as seat belts. You may never need them, but when […]

Q: How much will I save by changing the filter for my central air conditioner every month? What other benefits does it have? A: The short answer is […]

From 2014 to 2016, Advanced Energy worked on the Carolinas Energy Planning for the Future project with the South Carolina Energy Office, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality and […]

Lighting accounts for approximately 5 to 10 percent of your household energy bill. This amount may not seem like a lot, but it can add up quickly. In recent […]