The Future of Electrical Power Generation – Does Solar PV Make Economic Sense?
Our planet's future energy sources have been a frequent topic in conversations. Scientists, politicians, and most likely your next door neighbor have commented on the ever growing issue of diminishing non-renewable energy sources, the impact of burning fossil fuels and the changes that lie ahead in converting our energy supply to renewables. It is apparent that soon we will undergo [...]
Exploring How to Transition to a More Sustainable Lifestyle
What is sustainability? When someone tells you they’re trying to make sustainable choices ... what does that even mean? We think we know because it’s so commonly used in today’s environmentally aware culture, but have we really broken it down? Are you being as sustainable as you can be? Definition of Sustainability That’s a lot of questions – so let’s [...]
A message to all our clients and supporters from Daisy Energy Inc.
We are all aware now that 2020 is not turning out the way any of us had planned. Not even close! Here at Daisy Energy, we were excited to be introducing new services and products focusing on renewable energy, sustainability and help for the planet through the BEE Smart Energy recognition program. Then came March and the world changed and [...]
Hello Readers!
Hello Readers! My name is Becky Janssen and I am a graduate from McMaster University. I completed an Honours Environmental Science degree and paired with multiple field research experiences globally I feel educated on issues surrounding the environment, renewable energy, ecology and sustainability. This does not mean I know everything. Far from it actually. Every day as I delve deeper [...]
How Solar Can Help a Class A Business Paying the Global Adjustment to Reduce Their Costs Significantly
If your business participates in the Industrial Conservation Initiative (ICI), then you will pay a Global Adjustment (GA) charge, which is determined by calculating the average demand during the top five peak periods over a timeframe of 12 months. These customers are referred to as Class A Businesses. Class A businesses fall into three categories. The first category involves those [...]
Solar Net Metering: Helping Your Business Make More Money
From its minimal impact on the environment to its versatile applications, solar energy systems provide a range of benefits for commercial and industrial businesses. Did you know that businesses can even receive billing credits for going solar? Here’s everything you should know about solar net metering and why you should consider it for your business. What is Solar Net Metering? [...]
3 Reasons Why Your Business Should Implement Solar Off-Grid Power
The last time the power went out at your business, did your operations come to a halt? If you had solar off-grid power, you wouldn’t have had to worry at all. Here’s everything you need to know about this renewable energy system and how to determine if it would benefit your commercial or industrial business. What is Solar Off-Grid Power [...]
Solar Light Poles: The Future of Light Poles
By the year 2050, experts predict that 68% of the world’s population will be living in urban centres – that’s quite a jump from the 56% of 2016. Already, cities consume about 70% of the world’s power, and this number will only go up as more and more people gravitate toward urban areas. As increased pressure is put on urban [...]
What to Look for When Purchasing an LED Light Fixture
Retrofitting your home or business with LED light fixtures has a wide array of benefits from saving you money on your utilities, to reducing your carbon footprint, to providing you with better overall light quality. Unfortunately, there are many retailers (particularly online) that sell inferior products – some of which don’t even meet Canadian standards. So, what should you look [...]
How to Retrofit Your Warehouse or Factory
Completing a retrofit provides an opportunity to improve your building’s energy efficiency and reduce its operational costs. But knowing where to start can be challenging! Follow our tips below to make retrofitting your warehouse or factory as easy as possible. Step #1: Complete Benchmarking Before beginning, you need to know where your facility currently stands in order to know where [...]