EnergyBot Blog

Need your lights on today? Here is how to get same-day electricity service.

Learn how you can save energy and be more efficient on laundry day.

How efficient are solar panels compared to other types of energy generation?

Learn how daylight savings time affects energy usage around the world.

These energy saving gadgets will cut your electric bill

Learn why closing AC vents may be a bad idea.

Learn how nuclear energy stacks up to other renewable and non-renewable types of energy generation.

Everything you need to know to properly size a tank or tankless water heater for your home.

Learn about climate and other factors that determine home energy usage.

Learn how to calculate heating efficiency for your non-electric heating systems.

The most energy-efficient appliances to help you save on electric bills and be more eco-friendly.

How to find the best electricity plan for your apartment

Find the perfect energy-efficient dishwasher for your eco-friendly home.

Find the right induction, electric, or gas range for your eco-friendly home.

Learn what SEER and EER ratings are and how you can find your AC unit's rating.

A deep dive into energy efficiency for your home. Learn how to calculate energy efficiency and common acronyms for appliances.

Learn how the California Solar Mandate changes how new homes are built.

Energy-efficient refrigerators that will reduce your electric bill.

Which states pay the most for electricity and which states are best for energy bill savings?

See our top picks for the most energy-efficient gas and electric dryers.

Learn how programs to use the Inflation Reduction Act to get tax credits on energy efficiency upgrades

Energy Efficiency checklist that will save you thousands on utility bills.

Save money with these energy-efficient washing machines.

A collection of the best energy-efficient window units available.

Here's what you should know before buying a ductless mini split air conditioning system.

Buying a Central Air Conditioner is complicated. Here's what you need to know before buying.

Find the most reliable energy-efficient pool pump for your pool.

Our picks to power your RV on your next big trip.

We reviewed dozens of small camping generators to find the best options to power your campsite.

These compact generators make it easy to camp comfortably in your RV or trailer with all the power you need.

We reviewed dozens of the most popular generators to find the quietest generators on the market.

Everything you need to know to connect a portable generator to your home. 

We reviewed over 100 generators to find the best home backup system for 2022.

Learn how you can avoid or reduce your electricity deposit.

Find out if solar panels are the right choice for your business.

Go off-grid or backup your power with these generators.

Find the best indoor or outdoor electric heater

The Best Electric Lighters for 2022

The advantages and disadvantages of solar energy

Learn how many solar panels you need

Solar panels usually last 25-30 years.

Learn how long it will take to payoff your solar panel system.

Not sure who your energy supplier is? We'll show you how to find out.

Everything you need to know about Texas energy deregulation.

The bright-colored balls on power lines actually serve a purpose.

The bright-colored balls on power lines actually serve a purpose.

Learn how to estimate your microwaves energy consumption.

See average pricing for solar panels by system size.

Learn how solar panels work and how they work with your solar system.

Learn how Solar Power Purchase Agreements work.

Learn what net metering is and what it means for your solar system.

Our list of the best solar batteries available in 2021

Learn how Solar Energy Credits or "SRECs" work for your solar system.

Everything you need to know about the federal solar tax credit.

Learn the difference between monocrystalline and polycrystalline solar panels.

What should you do and how to stay safe if you see a downed powerline.

Learn about Hotel utility expenses and how to reduce them with cost-efficient energy conservation methods.

Thinking about switching to solar? This guide discusses the pros and cons of different solar panel purchasing options.

We reviewed hundreds of solar power banks to find the best options available for the most common use cases.

Electricity Facts Label (EFL) discloses important information about an energy plan like rate type, term length, etc.

Thinking about buying solar panels? Learn how solar panels work and if they make financial sense for your home.

What does electricity choice actually mean for you? Learn about Texas electric choice and Texas energy deregulation.

The 2021 Texas Winter Storm caused a ton of confusion around energy bills. See who was affected and why.

Your thermostat settings can have a huge impact on your utility bills. Learn what settings can save you the most.

Learn what a kilowatt is and how energy companies use kilowatt-hours to measure your energy usage.

The Texas Winter Storm caused mass confusion, but who's to blame for the Lone Star States' energy crisis.

No kitchen is complete without a refrigerator. But your fridge maybe adding a hefty charge to your energy bill?

From turning off lights to checking for air leaks, there are many ways to save electricity — and money.

These 7 common items are running up your electric bill without you even noticing. Here are a few tips on how you can identify what's raising your energy bill.

Utility bills can stack up in a hurry. Learn more about what bills you should expect and how to budget for them.

Smart meters have or are quickly replacing old analog meters. Learn how smart meters work and what benefits they offer.

Learn how to read your electric meter, determine what type of meter you have, and how meter multipliers work.

See the average electric bill in Texas for various types of homes and businesses and what contributes to energy rates.

Learn more about the largest wind farms in Texas and upcoming wind turbine projects.

See which smart devices such as smart thermostats and tankless water heaters can reduce your energy bills.

9 simple ways you can reduce your energy bill at your home or business in just a few minutes.

Learn how to better manage your businesses' energy consumption to lower your electric bills.

Learn how you can switch your business to a renewable energy plan in as little as 5 minutes.

Wondering why your electric bill is so high? We'll break down the fees and charges you see on your electric bill.

What you need to know before switching energy providers.

See the average electric bills for various industries and find out if your business can save on its electric bills.

Learn how energy deregulation works, which states are deregulated, and how you can save money by shopping energy plans.

Every month, we all pay our respective electricity bills. And if you are like most of us, it is sometimes a painful experience. Just last month my bill was $105, and this month it’s $260? What gives?