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Energy Efficiency

23 posts
  • Industry Trends and Innovations

Smart Thermostats for Pools: Settings That Prevent Short‑Cycling and High Bills

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Unlock smart thermostat settings that prevent short-cycling and high bills—discover how to optimize your pool’s efficiency and save money today.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • February 27, 2026
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  • Heat & Energy

Pool Chillers 101: When Cooling Your Pool Is Worth It (and When It Isn’t)

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Not sure if a pool chiller is worth the investment? Discover the key factors to decide when cooling your pool makes sense.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • February 25, 2026
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  • Heat & Energy

The Real Heat Loss Culprit: How Evaporation Eats Your Heating Budget

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An unseen heat loss culprit is draining your heating budget through evaporation—discover how to stop this invisible energy drain today.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • February 24, 2026
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  • Heat & Energy

Inverter vs Non‑Inverter Heat Pumps: What ‘Variable’ Really Changes

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Navigate the differences between inverter and non-inverter heat pumps to discover how their “variable” capabilities truly impact efficiency and comfort.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • February 23, 2026
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  • Heat & Energy

Heat Pump COP Explained: The Efficiency Number That Actually Matters

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Just understanding Heat Pump COP can reveal how energy-efficient your system truly is, and the key factors that influence its performance await your discovery.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • February 23, 2026
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  • Heat & Energy

Pool Heater Sizing Made Simple: Pick the Right BTU Without Overpaying

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Learn how to accurately size your pool heater’s BTU to save money and ensure optimal performance—discover the essential steps to get it just right.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • February 22, 2026
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  • Heat & Energy

Solar Heating Flow Requirements: The One Mistake That Makes Panels Underperform

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Guidelines for proper flow rates are crucial, as improper settings can cause solar panels to underperform and hinder energy efficiency.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • February 19, 2026
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  • Equipment Fundamentals

Variable-Speed Pump Programming 101: The Schedule That Saves Energy Without Killing Skimming

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When it comes to energy-efficient pool maintenance, learn how proper variable-speed pump scheduling can keep skimming effective and costs low, but there’s more to master.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • February 14, 2026
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  • Heat & Energy

Heat Transfer in Pools: Conduction, Convection, Radiation 101

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Conduction, convection, and radiation all influence your pool’s temperature—discover how each process impacts heat transfer and how to optimize your pool’s comfort.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • November 17, 2025
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  • Environmental Impact

Energy Consumption Metrics for Pool Operations

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Growing awareness of energy use in pool operations reveals key metrics that can significantly reduce costs and improve efficiency.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • November 17, 2025
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  • Safety & Codes

Chemical Storage Laws: Ventilation, Segregation, and Spill Containment Essentials

Laws on chemical storage emphasize ventilation, segregation, and spill containment to…
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • March 25, 2026
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  • Safety & Codes

Pool Lift Compliance: ADA Basics and Installation Pitfalls

Achieving pool lift ADA compliance requires careful installation to avoid pitfalls;…
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • March 25, 2026
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  • Commercial and Public Pools

Choosing an AED for a Pool Facility: IP Ratings and Storage Mistakes

Keeping your pool AED protected with proper IP ratings and storage is crucial—discover…
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • March 24, 2026
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  • Pool Safety

Drowning Prevention Layers: Supervision, Barriers, and Tech—What Matters Most

Drowning prevention relies on layered safety measures—supervision, barriers, and…
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • March 24, 2026
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