All Entries in the "Alternative Energies" Category
Why Commercial Solar Hot Water Lags Behind It’s Potential
We have been carrying out a Performance Research Project on Commercial Solar Hot Water for approximately four months. In that time, we have noticed some very interesting facts. Though not the direct goal of our research, we have noticed some very interesting bits of information, which from a ‘business standpoint’, we believe are the reasons why commercial solar hot water has lagged so far behind it’s huge potential.
Want to Understand Feed-In Tariffs?
Thanks to Craig Lewis, at Right Cycle, here is a great presentation on the how’s, why’s, what works and what doesn’t: Craig Lewis FIT & WDG presentation April 2009 from Joshua LaForge on Vimeo. Also, here’s a great analysis for further understanding: REESA The Renewable Energy & Economic Stimulus Act of 2009 Contact us [...]
Leasing a Solar System: Some Questions You Might Want to Ask First
There are a number of new solar leasing companies arriving on the scene lately. Many claim to offer solar energy options that may appear much less complicated and cost less than installing one’s own system, and therefore be more affordable while still being able to contribute to the improvement of our environment. Are such opportunities [...]
The Lesser Known Solar Sister
We all know Solar Energy is in. Not only is it “In”, it’s two steps and a jump from being ‘required’. We all know Solar Energy is the most dependable energy source we have, and it’s free. We all know that our days on fossil-based and carbon-based fuels are coming to a very abrupt end, [...]
Is Solar A Do-It-Yourself Project?
It’s part of the American Dream. Own your home and be able to ‘putz’. Go to any home center on any Saturday and watch how many people purchase plumbing, water heaters, lumber, drywall, and wire. The numbers are staggering. At the same time, ever wonder how many people hire a certified professional to install all [...]
