Solar power in India is growing with some big, ambitious policies adopted by leaders aimed at dramatically reducing use of fossil fuels and turning to the ample resource that the country enjoys. Two years ago, India announced plans to increase generation and use of solar electricity from approximately nothing, to 20,000 megawatts (MW) – the [...]
Have you been thinking about installing a residential solar system? Well, now is the time! The cost of solar panels has dropped more than 40% this decade, and more and more people have changed to solar. If you are still on the fence, consider these top reasons to switch to solar power: 1. Reduce Your [...]
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Solar grants from the U.S. federal government help move residents and businesses away from fossil fuels toward a brighter, cleaner future. The Department of Energy recently approved significant funding from the Sunshot Solar Rooftop Challenge to the City of Chicago. The $750,000 grant is one of the largest to date, and is dedicated to support [...]
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No matter the economy, tax credits/incentives or greenhouse gas emissions and global climate change, there are many factors that could – and do- influence the solar power market. No matter what people say about Solyndra or any other renewable energy company, the solar power market is predicted to grow in 2012. Last month, Solarbuzz, one [...]
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Home solar panels are becoming more popular as people tap into generous tax incentives and rebates, and also look to trim utility bills over time. But did you know that selling a solar powered house is easier (all things being equal) than one without solar panels? Not only can you sell more quickly, but often [...]
While we might not quite be at grid parity for solar power compared to other energy sources, when it comes to investments, solar power is passing other resources at an impressive pace. Calculations by Bloomberg New Energy Finance show that investments in renewable energy are surpassing fossil fuels for the first time in new power [...]
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Think solar power is too expensive? Well, you don’t have to switch your home to 100% solar electricity to use the renewable resource. You can start enjoying energy from the sun with cheap solar power gadgets. Once you see how simple it is to power household items with UV light, you might even be inspired [...]
With more and more companies producing electric cars, and consumers looking to buy emissions-free vehicles that can save them significant money at the pump, is it any surprise that solar charging canopies are gaining in prominence? Using solar power to charge electric vehicles (EVs) is becoming more common-place both at residential and commercial sites. General [...]
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The exact measure of the benefits of solar rebates and tax incentives is a subject of debate. Some question whether the government should allow tax revenues to be trimmed with rebates, given the current economic climate. Others believe that the free market should be allowed to operate, and if people cannot afford solar power, they [...]
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Its time to decorate for the holidays! This year, when choosing your lighting options, why not install solar Christmas lights? Here are five reasons to unplug this season with solar powered holiday lights: 1. No need to find a convenient outlet. Solar Christmas lights use energy from sunlight, instead of grid-based electricity. During the day, [...]
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