With more and more attention being drawn to the negative effects of global warming, renewable and alternative energy systems have become the topic for numerous discussions and debates. This is looked as a good step by most people but the question is regarding whether or not the topic of alternative energy systems is a mere [...]
Compared to other forms of renewable energy, photovoltaic (pv) solar panels are not very efficient at making electricity. Looking at it one way, this does not seem very important because the energy source – solar power – is free. On the other hand solar home energy systems tend to take up a lot of roof [...]
There is a lot of debate in the world today about the energy crisis and about ways that we can contribute to the solution.
If you’re like me, then you occasionally get a bit overwhelmed with all the information out there. Sometimes it feels as though the only solutions out there are multinational solutions?. Instead, I [...]
Want an enjoyable project for the weekend? Why not build a solar panel with the kids?
There are tales of doom and gloom everywhere—on the radio, in newspapers and all over the Internet. The financial crisis is here to stay, climate change is looking more likely and the rain forests are being destroyed for grazing. [...]
Solar power house is not a distant possibility, it is a reality now. Everyone is probably aware that we are running out of natural resources. It will come one day when there will be no potable water available for drinking, no more gasoline to use for the car, and no air conditioning. We need to [...]
Who are the world’s 1 renewable energy site? You will find this and other valuable information read on to find out where and how to get the most efficient and clean but most importantly least expensive renewable energy for your home.
It’s a no brainer that the whole world is quickly depleting our natural resources and [...]
About a month ago, I proclaimed to my friends and family that I intended to build a wind generator. Seeing as how I’ve never been very handy yet can be quite tenacious, there were mixed predictions on my success. In all honesty it’s not that difficult to build a wind generator on your own with [...]
In this age of going “green” it might be time to investigate the possibilities of generating your own power from wind. If you live in an area where the average wind speed is over five miles per hour, most likely you can generate your own energy with a DIY Wind Turbine right on your property.Wind turbines are [...]
It’s absolutely insane. While on one hand we’re facing a dire recession, on the other the cost of basic amenities like gas and electricity is skyrocketing.Those from lower income backgrounds, particularly old people, are the ones who are especially at risk in terms of health. It is they who are in most need of heating [...]
Decisions can be a hard thing to make, especially when they affect your way of life and your family. Looking into energy sources and ways to be more respectful of the planet can be daunting – there are so many advertisements. What you really need to know are the main advantages of going solar and [...]
