Solar Energy Is Gaining In Popularity And Usage.

Solar energy is becoming more popular by the minute. Besides providing electricity for residential homes, solar power is being used for water heaters to carports. Die-hard conservationist for the most part primarily used solar energy. There are examples of huge savings associated with solar energy.
Case in point: A elderly couple from Long Beach, CA had solar panels installed at their residence. They essentially cut their power bills from $400.00 a month to a mere $1.34. California is one of the most aggressive in offering consumer credits to use solar energy. Solar Energy Industries Association trade group advise consumers to check out installers through their web site, www.seia.org and to make sure the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners certifies them. Companies like Solar City help make high cost of solar systems more user friendly.
Solar City help consumers with remote monitoring of solar production to ensure that the consumer is getting the most out of their solar systems. One option for homeowners who find installation a bit costly is to lease a solar system. Some companies plans to start selling carports covered with photovoltaic cells to generate power for the home and hybrid cars.
Canada’s EnerWorks Inc. introduces older-thermal technology with newer products. They’re marketing a solar thermal water heater called the Space-Saver, which is designed to cut power bills while taking up less room than a traditional heater. The most economical approach is to purchase a new home that is already equipped with solar panels. Lennar Corp is expected to build 2,500 homes in California in partnership with SunPower Corp based in San Jose, CA. Lennar officials say the sales rate for their solar homes is running almost three times greater than conventional ones in a down market.
With other natural resources being stretched thin coming up with a new source of energy is important. Solar energy is a great way to save money while conserving our planet’s environment from pollution