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“Produce” Electricity with a Potato!
May 20, 2020
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Got a potato in the pantry? Then you can “produce” electricity! Certain metals can react with the “raw” ingredients in the potato to create an electrical circuit. This post from Sciencing shows you ho...
Energy Saving Tips
May 07, 2020
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While we are battling this microscopic COVID-19 enemy, at least we have the creature comfort of electricity powering our homes. In World War I and II, blackouts were imposed in some European countr...
Bicycle Power
Apr 29, 2020
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When sprinting, professional cyclists produce enough power to power a home. – Snapple Real Fact #1424
A random Snapple cap fact led us to further research this claim. Indeed, according to ExerciseBi...
Say Watt? Take an Electricity Scavenger Hunt
Apr 22, 2020
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We know a lot of you are at home with your kids, helping them with their schoolwork.
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This fun Electricity Scavenger Hunt activity (from energysafekids.org) will get the whole family thinking about...
Electric Power Companies Help Customers Struggling Due to Coronavirus
Apr 13, 2020
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At Santa Barbara Sparky, we're dedicated to keeping your lights on. To that end, here is some information on how utility companies are offering help if your household is having trouble paying your e
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