State officials have chosen a procedure for doling out Florida’s 20 percent appliance rebates that requires access to a computer or someone who can use one.
Fortunately, many retailers are promising to help.
While about one in five Florida households remain computer-free, Gov. Charlie Crist’s energy office opted not to offer a telephone priority reservation option because of the cost and expected crush of demand.
Citing a mad rush that swamped phone networks in some other states, most if not all the roughly 66,000 first-come, first-served rebate reservations are expected to be snapped up the first day. (more…)
NE Sundancer 600 – Solar Power Kit for RV or Camper
The Neutral Existence Sundancer 600 is a powerful all-in-one solar power kit designed especially for RVs and campers. The NE Sundancer 600 can provide over 600 Watts AC per day using just one 130 Watt Kyocera solar panel. TheProStar 15M charge controller by Morningstar Corporation is sized so that an additional 130 Watt Kyocera solar panel can be easily added to the existing system to provide double the power (1,200 Watts DC per day). (more…)
This is a top-of-the-line solar water heater for all of your hot water needs.
When you decide to convert your main power source over to solar energy you will need to make some adjustments to the appliances that carry the power source. When you use solar energy to heat your water you may find that you will need to purchase a solar powered water heater in order to do that. You may be able to make adjustments to your existing one but what ever steps you take to turn it into solar energy power it will be worth it.
There are several different ways to heat your water using solar energy. You can even make your own solar power source. The water runs through pipes before it enters your home. Heating water using solar power will occur before the water gets into your home as it passes by the solar source that attracted the light. (more…)
Have you ever noticed homes that have huge tinted windows in them as you drive by? You may wonder why someone would want such tall windows in their home. There is a reason for that and it is because of they are using solar power to heat their homes and to provide the energy they need to power it. Any home can be built to use solar power with just a few minor alteration to make and you too can build a solar power house that will save you a lot of money in the future as you use solar power to heat your home, pump and heat your water and also to provide energy to your home to power your appliances and lights in your home naturally and effectively without a monthly bill.
Much progress has been made in the effort to expand the use of Sun Ovens to Haiti. On January 28, 2010, two large Villager Sun Ovens, 160 Global Sun Ovens, 200 cardboard solar cookers and 2,000 Water Pasteurization Indicators (WAPIs) were shipped. In addition, arrangements are underway for 297 Haitian made Global Sun Ovens from the assembly plant in Lambert, Haiti to be distributed to families left homeless by the recent earthquake. A shipment of parts to reopen the assembly plant is scheduled for February 8, 2010.
With hundred of thousands of Haitians homeless and living in makeshift tent camps the need for Sun Ovens is immense. Most of the tent camps are using charcoal to cook. The smoke in these camps strains the health of women and children who are already malnourished and dehydrated.
Plenty of people have been looking into installing solar panels in an effort to combat rising energy costs. When most of these people see the prices of the professionally installed panels they realize it may not be a luxury they can afford. There is an easier, more cost efficient way to harness power from the sun and that is to learn how to make solar panels for your self.
With energy resources dwindling fast and global warming changing climates across the globe, more people look towards renewable energies for reducing their carbon footprint. However, even the most environmentally passionate person cannot pursue such endeavors without the proper financial resources. The professional installation of a solar energy system can cost in the thousands, so many resourceful individuals are turning to the many great resources that help you build your own solar panel.
With energy resources dwindling fast and global warming changing climates across the globe, more people look towards renewable energies for reducing their carbon footprint. However, even the most environmentally passionate person cannot pursue such endeavors without the proper financial resources. The professional installation of a solar energy system can cost in the thousands, so many resourceful individuals are turning to the many great resources that help you build your own solar panel. (more…)
When you talk about alternative energy and living off the grid, a lot of people feel instantly that they will have to give up most of their modern amenities to live in such a fashion. Many more think this is an endeavor solely for granola loving hippies, whose modest ways coincide with fewer technologies, TVs, ACs, etc. The truth is, living off the grid is a possibility open to anyone. Granted, you may have a larger investment if you are powering three chest freezers and all high-energy appliances, but this would simply mean you need a larger system.
Much progress has been made in the effort to expand the use of Sun Ovens to Haiti. On January 28, 2010, two large Villager Sun Ovens, 160 
