Going Solar: Part 1

As this wave of energy efficiency runs thorough America, solar seems to be on the forefront of power availability. We want to share some information on why getting power from the sun many be the answer in some homes. Solar electric systems, which are also called photovoltaic, are reliable, pollution-free and use a free energy source-the sun. Photovoltaic systems take sunlight and directly converts it into electricity. They are able to collect and transfer energy any time the sun is shining, but more electricity is produced when the sunlight is more intense and strikes the PV modules directly. A PV system never runs out of fuel, never produces air pollution or noise, it won't increase U.S. oil imports, it offers security of increasing energy prices....and so much more. Its installation and practical application in your home, may be a bit trickier.

Government rebated programs #2

There are rebates out there, you can get info on them at any .gov site or from most local energy providers. The question is whether or not they are all that practical. Some are, but most of them aren't. If you are able to make a very large purchase of a solar water heater or new appliances, then I urge you to capitalize on this wonderful offer, you will save over time and be rewarded. However if you need simple small improvements to yield you a quicker savings, the rebates may not work as well for you. Please look into your local energy providers, they all offer different incentives, I hope there is something out there for you to benefit from!!