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AI, Clean Energy, and the Power Grid: What’s Next?
The energy system is changing fast. Solar panels and wind turbines are powering more homes than ever, electric vehicles are plugging into...
Aditya Ramanathan
1 day ago2 min read
Smart Planning for Summer 2025
Summer 2025 is already shaping up to be a scorcher. Meteorologists are predicting another season of above-average heat waves across much...
Aditya Ramanathan
Jun 222 min read
Incentives for Energy Efficiency
This semester was so busy, I didn't get to my personal deadline of publishing at least once every two months window! But, this one needed...
Aditya Ramanathan
Jun 22 min read
Smart Energy Monitoring
If you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it. That’s as true for energy as it is for test scores or fitness goals. Many households...
Aditya Ramanathan
Feb 232 min read
Saving Heat, Electricity, Money and the Planet
When temperatures drop, heaters crank up, blankets come out, and energy bills often rise. Winter is one of the most energy-intensive...
Aditya Ramanathan
Dec 22, 20242 min read
Home Upgrades that pay off
Another Thanksgiving and a cold one at that since we are in Atlanta (Definitely colder than the Bay Area). Inside the home it's been nice...
Aditya Ramanathan
Nov 24, 20242 min read
Being Energy Smart as you head Back-to-School
As summer fades and a new school year begins, homes shift into “back-to-school mode.” Lights, laptops, gaming consoles, and air...
Aditya Ramanathan
Aug 17, 20242 min read
Smarter Cooling for Summer
As summer approaches, many households brace for high energy bills from running the air conditioner. Cooling is the second-largest energy...
Aditya Ramanathan
Jun 23, 20242 min read
Earth Day - Planet vs Plastics
Every year on April 22 , millions of people celebrate Earth Day—a reminder that caring for the planet starts right at home. This year’s...
Aditya Ramanathan
Apr 22, 20242 min read
Spring Into Savings: Fresh Air and Smarter Lighting at Home
Spring is here—longer days, warmer weather, and a perfect chance to give your energy use a fresh start. After months of blasting the...
Aditya Ramanathan
Mar 23, 20242 min read
Stay Warm, Save Energy: Winter Heating Smarts for Your Home
Last post for this year as I'm still trying to keep the 2 month schedule. When the temperature drops, our energy bills often rise....
Aditya Ramanathan
Dec 30, 20232 min read
The Hidden Energy Thieves in Your Home: Phantom Power Explained
Sleepy from all the pie I ate for Thanksgiving but it's time to talk about other energy thieves. You probably know to turn off the...
Aditya Ramanathan
Nov 25, 20232 min read
Flip the Switch: Why Home Energy Use Matters
Leaving your charger plugged in, running the AC a little longer—those small choices add up. Residential energy use may feel personal, but...
Aditya Ramanathan
Aug 20, 20231 min read
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