The energy crunch is a real worldwide crisis as fossil fuel supplies decrease and populations increase. Utility costs are going up in pace with the increasing demand for electricity. It’s no wonder that the alternative energy arena is a quickly growing market with millions of dollars invested every year. This post was originally published on [...]
With the price of fossil fuels sky-rocketing, many home owners are exploring the use of solar power instead of the traditional power source. If your home is connected to a utility grid, you have two options when it comes to residential solar power. You can install solar power as your primary source and use the [...]
Solar energy is a great idea — if done right. By that I mean generating the power close to the consumer. Solar energy is one of the best ways to make a real contribution to sustainability. More and more areas offer subsidies and rebate programs that make solar the smart choice ? Solar energy is [...]
By Rudi Wolzett Any backyard will profit from the addition of a revitalizing sound of a fountain. Even the hottest day is tolerable with the resonance of streaming water. Birds and wildlife will be engrossed by your new waterfall. However, all waterfalls have something in common; they use power siphons in order to stop the [...]
You can earn tax credits on your Oregon income taxes, by installing a solar energy system in your home. This is how the state government rewards individuals for helping reduce imports of fossil fuels and helping to conserve Oregon’s environment. This post was originally posted on Save Money with Solar Power at Oregon Residential Solar [...]
A solar cell is a device which changes sunlight into electricity. A more technically term for a solar cell is a photovoltaic cell. The term “photo” derives from the Greek word for “light,” and the term “voltaic” comes from the word “volt” which means “electrical force.” A “cell” is a small receptacle or container containing [...]
Do you want a solar hot water heater for your home? It’s entirely possible to heat your water with solar power and save money on your energy bill. An added benefit is that you will help clean up the environment by using solar energy instead of polluting fossil fuels. You can even build your own [...]