The price of solar energy is not the same across the United States. Among other things, state incentives for solar, localized costs, and marketplace competition varies. The amount you can save by switching to solar power also depends on the price of grid-based electricity, in terms of kilowatt hours. States with expensive electricity – New [...]
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 [...]
Continue reading about Oregonians Should Resolve to Go Solar in 2012
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 [...]
Continue reading about Solar Panels on Habitat for Humanity Homes
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 [...]
For homeowners considering installing solar panels, there are 5 things you should know about residential solar. As more and more people decide to switch to renewable energy options like solar power, keep these considerations in mind: 1. You may be eligible for group solar discounts. Before you enter into a contract to install home solar [...]
Continue reading about Residential Solar: 5 Things You Should Know
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 [...]
Continue reading about Solar Incentives Not Sunshine Lead to Solar Panel Installations
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 [...]
Continue reading about Save More Energy With Solar Hot Water
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 [...]
Anaheim, California is known for sunshine and Disneyland, but its also one of the best places to live if you want to save on solar power. Since 2008, Anaheim has had a generous solar incentive program that allows homeowners to save big money on the installation of solar panels. The municipal electric utility in Anaheim [...]
Continue reading about Solar Panels Save Homeowners Big Money in Anaheim California
