Here in my home state of Oregon, the number of home solar power systems have tripled in the past 3 years. In fact, more than 2/3 of all existing solar installations in Oregon have taken place since 2008. If you haven’t already done so, isn’t it time to resolve to go solar in 2012? The [...]
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One of the things on my bucket list is to help build Habitat for Humanity homes. Now, these community-built, free structures can be even cheaper to live in when they include solar panels. In Dallas, Texas and Phoenix, Arizona (among other cities), solar panels on Habitat for Humanity homes are available via donation and installation [...]
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Portable solar panels are the answer to two of the more pressing issues these days: (1) keeping electronic gadgets charged up, and (2) saving money and greenhouse gas emissions for the energy required. Electronic devices like cell phones, cameras, mP3 players and computers require a lot of power to recharge. Using solar panels is becoming [...]
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Solar panels on low-income housing provide a win-win for residents and other people in the local economy. Here in the Central Oregon region in which I live, $900,000 in federal stimulus funds is helping fund solar power systems for several low-income housing apartment complexes. The Energy Trust of Oregon is also committing funds toward the [...]
Let’s face it – two considerations usually stop people from seriously considering a switch to home solar: (1) the price; and (2) the hassle of installation. That’s why plug in solar power from Clarian, known as Smartbox Solar is an excellent alternative. Within minutes, you can start generating solar power with plug in solar. No [...]
Going with solar panels? Great! Before long, you’ll be saying goodbye to your high electricity bills and enjoying free solar power, as well as the security of knowing that your utility rates will not rise. But before your switch to solar, you’ll need to learn how to choose a solar panel installer. Consider these tips [...]
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Ever wonder why there is such a big difference in solar panel installations between two of the sunniest states in the U.S. – California and Florida? Property owners in California account for over 50% of the country’s solar power, while Floridians generate only 1%. Meanwhile, the State of New Jersey is the second highest in [...]
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Solar power panels can help you save money and energy. But did you know you can save more energy with solar hot water, too? Solar hot water, also known as solar thermal systems (or solar thermal panels), use energy from the sun to heat water for domestic uses without the need for electricity. For homes [...]
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Should you go solar? Have you been thinking about solar power for your home? Like many people, you probably want to save on your utility bills. You might even want to reduce your carbon emissions by using less grid-based electricity (generated from burning coal or natural gas). You can do both! Residential solar panels are [...]
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Thinking of installing solar on your home? Do you own or manage a building on which solar panels will be installed? Before you go forward, consider this solar installation checklist: 1. Research the solar installer beforehand. Check the Better Business Bureau, and read reviews of their past projects. Ideally, you should contact customers to ask [...]
