Temperature Control Corp blogs

Stop Blowing Your Hard-Earned Cash On That Energy Bill

tcontroladmin — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 18:02:59 +0000

When it comes to keeping your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer, increasing your home's insulation should be a top priority. Insulating your home's walls and ceilings and using caulk and weather stripping to plug air leaks near doors and windows saves 20 to 30 percent on your home's heating and air conditioning bills.

Energy efficiency in the workplace: which innovations are showing the most promise?

tcontroladmin — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:25:21 +0000

Whether it’s ceiling tiles that absorb heat, or a thermostat that can 'learn’ people’s behaviour, the challenges posed by getting our buildings more energy efficient is throwing up some exciting innovations.

Solar & smart thermostats in 2012

tcontroladmin — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:15:57 +0000

Interesting...while reading about all the Honeywell suing Nest Drama, I came across this great article about smart thermostats in 2012. Check it out here:

http://gigaom.com/cleantech/today-in-green-it-solar-smart-thermostats-in-2012/

Need a better thermostat? Look to your smartphone

tcontroladmin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:05:51 +0000

Ever wish you could turn your heater on before you get home?

Need a better thermostat? Look to your smartphone. check out this great hvac article talking about it on cnet. http://news.cnet.com/8301-11386_3-57361886-76/need-a-better-thermostat-l...

Siri Takes Its Place in the "Smart Home"

tcontroladmin — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 23:38:25 +0000

Came across this article I thought was very interesting...The iPhone 4S will soon control thermostats, lights and home theater systems, as Apple’s voice assistant Siri debuts in the “smart home.” Click here to read more and stay tuned for more hvac news

12 Simple Steps for Going Green in 2012

tcontroladmin — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:15:57 +0000

Happy New Year to everyone!

Found this great article I thought I'd share with you going into the new year. Its about a few great tips on how to save energy and going green with some easy to apply tips.

Check out tip #5

"(5) Turn down the heat

Siri Hacked to Control a Thermostat — What’s Next?

tcontroladmin — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 04:43:22 +0000

Siri is taking over it seems...

The release of a Siri-hacking instruction manual has made it possible for developers to push the limits of Apple’s voice-controlled digital assistant. Most recently, Apple’s technology was modded to control a thermostat. But Siri — and voice control in general — could soon be used to take over our entire home experience.Click here to read the entire article.

An energy monitor for the corner store

tcontroladmin — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:01:19 +0000

Energy monitoring company Powerhouse Dynamics said it raised funding to expand into the commercial market, an area considered far easier to crack than residential customers.

Powerhouse Dynamics said that its relatively light-weight energy monitoring system will give small retailers, restaurants, and the like a way to cut about 20 percent of their electricity use with a centralized monitoring and control system. People can get real-time and historical electricity usage and remotely control devices, such as an air conditioner or heating, from a PC or smart phone.

Breakthrough Berkeley Mist Sealant Technology: Potential to Save Americans $5 Billion Per Year

tcontroladmin — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 17:36:31 +0000

Who knew leaks could be costing Americans $5 billion every year? And that's not water leaks -- it's leaks you can't even see. Typical air duct systems, both residential and commercial, typically lose 25-40 percent of heating and cooling energy, accounting for billions added to utility bills...Click here to read more

Salt-driven air conditioner looks to slash energy

tcontroladmin — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 23:11:18 +0000

Startup 7AC Technologies hopes saltwater and high-tech plastic will lead to a more efficient air conditioner. Check it out http://news.cnet.com/8301-11128_3-57319061-54/salt-driven-air-conditioner-looks-to-slash-energy/?tag=txt;title