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Sorry about the silence on this blog - it's college application season! In the last post, we discussed what Artificial Intelligence (AI) could do to help with energy efficiency. Over the last few months, it's become clearer to me that AI itself is a huge energy hog - so this post is less actionable and more informational. While I'm at it, Happy Thanksgiving to you all. Artificial Intelligence is shaping almost everything we do: homework help, language translation, personalize

The energy system is changing fast. Solar panels and wind turbines are powering more homes than ever, electric vehicles are plugging into the grid in record numbers, and extreme weather events are stressing infrastructure. The big question: how do we keep the lights on while transitioning to clean energy? The answer may lie in a surprising ally— artificial intelligence (AI) . Why AI Matters for Energy The modern power grid is far more complicated than the one designed decades

Summer 2025 is already shaping up to be a scorcher. Meteorologists are predicting another season of above-average heat waves across much of the U.S. , fueled by lingering El Niño conditions and climate change trends (NOAA, 2025). While air conditioning keeps us safe and comfortable, it also drives up bills and strains the electric grid. So how can families stay cool this summer—without breaking the bank or overheating the planet? Cooling Is the Big Energy Story Cooling now ac

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...

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...

When temperatures drop, heaters crank up, blankets come out, and energy bills often rise. Winter is one of the most energy-intensive...

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...

As summer fades and a new school year begins, homes shift into “back-to-school mode.” Lights, laptops, gaming consoles, and air...

As summer approaches, many households brace for high energy bills from running the air conditioner. Cooling is the second-largest energy...

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...

Spring is here—longer days, warmer weather, and a perfect chance to give your energy use a fresh start. After months of blasting the...

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....

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...

Here goes! Leaving your charger plugged in, running the AC a little longer—those small choices add up. Residential energy use may feel...

Why start a blog? It could have been private notes. But, I feel I'm learning a lot and hopeful that others will also join my quest to...