Borrum Energy Solutions Blog

As summer comes to an end, back-to-school shelves fill every store entrance. Although the return to school is still uncertain, many are preparing for a normal school year. The question is this: how eco-friendly is your child's backpack?

As we enter August, we enter our fifth (5th) month of "quarantine", which for many means continuing to work and study from home. Although some people have returned to their offices, the majority have chosen to stay home.

Choosing the right tower height for your Anorra turbine is crucial for ensuring you get the power you need to your home. The higher your tower, the more wind is available to generate that power for you. However, in places of high wind, lower towers may be an option. Let's walk through selecting the perfect tower height for you. 

The purpose of living zero-waste is to consume resources in such a way that you contribute no waste to landfills, incinerators, or the ocean. This idea includes every aspect of life, from grocery shopping to clothing.

Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) are generally beyond the grid energy sources that offset overall energy costs. In some cases, these energy sources can also feed into the grid to provide the owner with rebates and the community with additional resources. 

Borrum Energy Solutions' consumer-ready wind turbine, the Anorra, is among the leading microgeneration wind turbines available. We are here to answer a few common questions such as "What is microgeneration?", "What can I power with it?", "Is it suitable for my lifestyle?", "Can I even set it up without a headache?". Let's dive right in. 

One of the hardest rooms in the home to turn sustainable is the bathroom; with the habitual purchases of body lotions, Q-tips, shampoos, face masks, toothbrushes, and more, the waste produced in this room is continuous. These items are all essential for personal hygiene, as well as self-care; however, their source need not be so destructive. 

Minimalism is a lifestyle sweeping across the continent: relieving stress, reducing clutter, and offering the feeling of fulfillment. It has been proven that living a minimalist lifestyle frees up time for things that are truly important in life, such as your friends, family, or getting to know yourself better.

When thinking of Northern Canada, what comes to mind? Maybe the snow, the polar bears, or the cold; however, the cost of living is often ignored ...

Living a sustainable lifestyle might seem overwhelming at first; there are so many pieces to consider in each aspect of life. The good news is that you can transition into a sustainable lifestyle one step at a time, and right now is the perfect time to do it. 

Looking around your bedroom, you will likely see all sorts of fabrics; from clothes to bedsheets, to throw pillows or rugs. All these pieces have their own purpose of course, whether it is to show off our style or for practical uses. However, do you know where these textiles come from?

As we finish off Day 76 in provincial lockdown, many individuals, including ourselves, are probably feeling pretty stir-crazy and cooped up. With Canada's abundant natural areas, a good way to beat this feeling is to get outside! Starting with: Hilton Falls.