Texas was hit by a deadly winter storm this week that brought historic snowfalls and freezing temperatures that battered its power grid, leaving millions of people shivering in the darkness. Around 60 percent of homes in the state rely on electricity for heating and the extreme weather conditions...
Electricity prices are always changing, impacted by seasonal variations, market shifts, and policy changes. As of February 2025, the average cost of electricity in the U.S. is around 19 cents per kWh.
(3) Rotating Rectifiers: Conversion of AC Current to DC Current – These rectify the AC current generated by the exciter windings and convert it to DC current. This DC current is fed to the rotor / armature to create an electromagnetic field in addition to the rotating magnetic field of the...
Radiators help release excess heat generated by some of the machinery aboard the station [source: NASA]. Like any home, the ISS must be kept clean. This is especially important in space, where floating dirt and debris could present a hazard. Astronauts use various wipes, detergents and ...
households continue to use electricity that is produced by burning natural gas, the cost of electricity will be increasing as well. In New York City, energy company Con Edison predicts that residential electric bills this winter will increase by 22% over the previous year, while in states such...
What Is the Average kWh Consumption for a Household in the US?Many American homes rely on more than one fuel source to power their homes, such as natural gas or fuel oil for heat.However, almost all of us use electricity for air conditioning, refrigeration, and the myriad electronic ...
Solar Panels: Solar panels capture sunlight and convert it into direct current (DC) electricity. These panels are typically installed on rooftops or in open areas with ample sunlight exposure. Charge Controller: The DC electricity generated by the solar panels is regulated by a charge controller. ...
How much electricity will a 20 kW solar system produce? Where can you purchase a 20 kW solar system? Is a 20 kW solar system right for you? Installing a solar panel system can save you tens of thousands of dollars over time, but the upfront costs aren’t exactly chump change. In...
Balch & Bingham is proud to sponsor the Association of Corporate Counsel Houston (ACC) Energy Practice Group’s upcoming CLE, "The Future of Electricity in Texas: How are We Going to Keep the Lights On?," on September 14, 2023. Todd Kimbrough, partner in the firm’s Austin office and...
Switching to a new electricity provider can seem like a daunting task, but with the right information and guidance, it can be a smooth and hassle-free process. If you’re considering switching to Oncor Electricity, one of the largest electric transmission and distribution companies in Texas, thi...