How Much does Solar Power Cost? This will depend on many factors including: Your location – your government rebate amount will depend on where you live (among other things) System size – This is measured in kW and starts from 1.5kW Solar Panel Quality – You can get expensive (overrated in my opinion) German made solar [...]
Solar Power Australia – Be Informed
In Australia we have the perfect climate to install a few solar panels on our roof and benefit from the sun’s rays, by generating our own solar energy. Why is Everyone Getting Solar Panels on their Roof? Essentially, this program makes getting solar power for your home affordable, and quite exciting, considering the fact that [...]
Victorian Households to Lose Out on Solar
Rebates for households in Victoria are under threat by a proposed shake up by the state govs’ productivity department. Inside a draft evaluation which will be released soon, the VCEC (The Victorian Productivity advisor) has recommended power companies being able to set the rate paid to households for solar power they feed back in to [...]
Solar Spruikers Targeted by the ACCC
The ACCC has taken aim at suppliers of solar power systems who are engaging in misleading advertising practices by exaggerating the forecast of electricity prices – by over stating the effect of the Federal Government’s Carbon Tax. The Carbon Tax is due to take affect in July 2012, and will gradually increase until 2015. Some [...]
Solar 101: Back to School
There are many things that people do not know or realize about solar power. This article will present a number of interesting Solar Energy Facts. It is hoped this will help promote further development of this very important source essentially never ending power. Fortunately, as the supply of accessible hydrocarbon based energy declines on earth [...]
Solar Energy is Here to Stay
Energy consumption has been constantly increasing contrary to the fact that the main energy source, fossil fuels, is continuously decreasing. However, innovations in technology have made it possible to produce renewable and efficient energy to supply the rising demand for energy. One of the well known alternatives is solar energy. With that, the light and heat [...]
Solar Power for Dummies
Installing a solar system to help cut energy costs is the goal of many. However, cutting corners and installing low grade components can actually cost you more money in the long run. Getting a good working solar system set up properly with the correct components means less headaches now and more money in your pocket [...]
Cooling Your Home with Solar Power
One valuable home improvement project that could save you money is the installation of ceiling fans (you can even get solar power ceiling fans). Having a fan in each of your rooms can help keep them cool and allow the air to circulate. If you use the fans instead of air conditioning, your summer energy [...]
Think Green – Save Money
There are many things you can do around your house to make it more energy efficient other than getting solar power – which many people have started to do already. For an energy efficient upgrade, replace your hot water heater with a tank-less model. The new tank-less heaters only heat the water as it is [...]
Energy Efficient Homes
A great home improvement tip is to invest in motion detectors for your outdoor lighting. Motion detectors will turn lights on only when movement is detected, and will swiftly shut off when there is none. Having motion detectors on your outdoor lights will save you a lot of energy and money. Sealing air leaks is [...]
Reduce Your Energy Costs at Home
Improve your home by cutting your energy costs. Check with your utility company to see if they offer energy audits of homes. There are a lot of changes you can make to make your home more energy efficient saving hundreds of dollars a year depending on the amount of changes you can make. It also [...]