Using solar and wind power to provide electricity for homes is becoming more common largely because of increasing energy costs. Household utility bills are one of the biggest expenses most homeowners face. Since few of us have the ability to increase our income on demand, we are turning to methods that can save us money.…
Today we are becoming aware of the consequences of some of our past choices in regards to the energy sources we’ve been using. We are beginning to realize that there is a better way. Energy conservation is something many of us are interested in. This new interest in finding better renewable energy sources has brought…
Many people think that they can’t use wind power for their home because they don’t live on a farm or have a lot of land. The good news is that is not true. Wind turbines come in different shapes and sizes. You can even put them on your roof. So now that you know you…
Here is a simple fact: The cost of energy derived from non-renewable resources will continue to rise. Not to sound obvious, but by their very definition, these sources of energy can only last for so long. Perhaps that’s why solar homes are starting to become a more popular option than they have been in the…
Even though we are all aware of the prospect of high energy bills all year long, it gets worse in the fall. The idea of having many months of high energy bills is enough to make anyone tense. Because of advancements made over the last several years, we don’t have to worry so much about…
There is a lot of talk about how great solar power is, but here are some things to consider before making the leap. The solar energy home is more self-sufficient for its electric needs than those homes which rely solely on a utility company. Making the switch from being entirely dependent on the grid to…
There is a lot of information floating around about the benefits of using alternative energy. But what does that mean exactly, And how can you benefit by saving money and helping the environment, There are many types of alternative sources of energy. Some of the most common and well known are: wind power and solar…
You know one of the simplest ways for you and me to cut our electric bill dramatically is to use the simplest of “Mother Nature’s” renewable resources. Yep, you got it! I’m talking about wind. And guess what, not only is it renewable but it won’t cost you an arm and a leg to take…
This year you don’t have to dread winter, well at least you don’t have to dread the high energy bills, there are many inexpensive and easy things you can do around your house that will help you cut energy bills. The great thing is if you spend some time to make these changes the cost…
We all know that fossil fuels aren’t the great energy source we thought they were. One of the most promising source of alternative energy is wind energy. A lot of us have become very disillusioned with the big oil companies. While we’re scrambling to keep our heads above water, in part because of higher utility…