About Dr. Jesse LaPrade Expertise I can answer questions about electrical energy saving features that can be incorporated into present electrical distribution systems. most of these features are purely science based and deal with the elemination of waste inherent in all distribution systems. Natural losses range between 15 and 45 Percent of the total electrical bill and energy use. There is an art involved in the total and integrated treatment of the many different electrical loads encountered in the many different distribution systems.
Experience I am a certified electrical energy consultant, and operate my own company which is Energy Saving Concepts Organization. LLC & ESCO. I am a dealer for Energy Automation Systems Inc. also known as EASI, located in Hendersonville TN. EASI has installed over 80,000 successful energy improvement projects worldwide. You can visit EASI's web-site at www.easistreet.com
Expert: Dr. Jesse LaPrade Date: 1/19/2005 Subject: Methane Fuel Source
Question Hi there;
A question from out in left field, but one you might like to sink your teeth into. I have read a few articles on the use of methane as a fuel source, on farms, to power gas generators. The question that I have, is there a site that would give me info on possible use in a home application. I'm thinking more along the lines of fueling a gas furnace to supply heat, through the use of a compost type sourse of methane. It would seem in the era of conservation, to be a good way to reduce fossel fuel use and also make better use of natural waste material. Any information you might have would be greatly appreciated.
Answer I am not very familiar with methane gas being used as an alternative fuel source. I have heard that it takes a very large quantity of waste to produce enough methane gas to be useful. You could do a web search or consult a local library for more information. I apologize for my lack of knowledge on that but as an energy engineer I have never been asked about that.
