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Is Biomass Renewable or Nonrenewable?
Biomass is one of the oldest forms of renewable energy used by humans. In simple terms, biomass is organic material that comes directly from plants and animals, and when it's burned, it can heat water, homes and be put to many other uses.
13 Climate Change Facts – And What You Can Do To Help
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You’ve likely heard the term “climate change,” and it’s just as likely to have brought up many questions. It’s a complicated subject. At Inspire, we get that.
The Impact of Net-Zero Homes
What exactly is a net-zero home? Learn about how net-zero energy homes are an important part of the climate change solution, and learn how to create a more energy efficient home yourself.
What is Energy Deregulation?
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), deregulation of the energy market is when states allow competition in the retail energy market to supply electricity to customers.
Future of Renewable Energy Technologies
The cost of reneawble energy technologies declines, while renewable energy sources are being used more often. Visit Inspire to learn if there is still a future for renewable energy.
The History of the Appalachian Mountains Coal Mining
The heart of Appalachian Mountains Coal Mining has been struggling with the depreciation of coal. See how Coal River Mountain Watch is pushing for a clean switch to save their mountains.
No Deposit Electricity
If you’re looking for an energy provider and wondering about no-deposit plans, you’re not alone. The majority of plans from retail electric providers (REPs) require a deposit, often adding up to hundreds of dollars.
Natural vs Artificial Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Even though natural greenhouse gases are necessary to keep our planet warm through the greenhouse effect, too many natural and synthetic compounds can lead to devastating impacts.
How Is Electricity Made?
For something so universally used and important, most of us don’t actually know all that much about it.
How To Switch to Renewable Energy
Want to know how to switch to renewable energy? Making the switch to renewable energy is a lot easier than you think!