Solar power is picking up across the United States with more and more people installing solar panels for energy independence and to reduce their carbon footprint. Although residents of any state can find bargains and incentives on solar arrays, the top 5 states for residential solar panel installations (as of the date of this post) [...]
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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 [...]
Every year, the news keeps getting better and better for people considering home solar power. Solar prices continue to fall – with a 17% drop in one year (2009-2010). Last week, a new study was published by the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, commissioned by the U.S. Department of Energy, showing the overall trend to more [...]
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Home solar power is really taking off in New Jersey! In case you didn’t know, the state is one of the top solar power generators in the U.S. That’s right – New Jersey. Commercial and residential properties alike are taking advantage of low costs of solar panels and generous government rebates that minimize the initial [...]
Despite the recession and news of sluggish, high unemployment rates, solar power is still increasingly considered by middle-class homeowners. There are plenty of good reasons for the demand for this renewable resource. First, solar panels have fallen in price over the past few years, and remain competitively priced. Second, you can now purchase solar panels [...]
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Thinking about an electric car? Already own one? Most consumers want to make sure they can adequately recharge their electric vehicle when its parked during the day and overnight. Consider your home power situation and how to set up your garage to efficiently and easily “fuel” your EV. Home solar panels are probably one of [...]
Thinking about solar power for the home? If you are like most people, there are two primary concerns: the cost of solar panels, and whether they will be a big hassle. Fortunately, home solar power is becoming more affordable each year. Technology is improving and with growing demand, manufacturing process can be streamlined to produce [...]
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Looking for a convenient place to buy solar panel kits and home solar power systems? Why not at your local Costco Wholesale store? This week, Grape Solar announced that has entered into a business arrangement with Costco to sell home solar panels in its self-service warehouse facilities and online at www.costco.com. You can find the [...]
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If you are in the market for residential solar power, you might have heard about solar panel kits. The name itself makes it sound like an easy DIY home improvement project. And for some, going with a solar panel kit is easier than contracting with a solar power company to purchase individual components of a [...]
Grid-connected solar power is good for your home, your wallet and the environment. But did you know that its also beneficial to your local utility? Homeowners that install solar panels can enjoy smaller electricity bills and often get credit from their utility by net metering. That is, if they generate more power than they use, [...]
