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Earth Day 2013

Earth Day 2013

Looking for ways to celebrate Earth Day 2013? Try these activities for kids including games, art projects, crafts and other ideas -- they'll keep kids happy while they learn about pollution, the environment and green living. And grown-ups can find a range of Earth Day activities and events to r
Solar Panels: Learn the Basics Before You Buy

Solar Panels: Learn the Basics Before You Buy

Many people think about having solar panels installed on their house, but it is important to consider the costs and the benefits of this product before buying. Decide if you will need someone else to install the panels and whether you can afford it.
7 Tips For Reducing Utility Bills In Your Home

7 Tips For Reducing Utility Bills In Your Home

We are blessed with the finding and right use of energy around us. There are many sources of energy that make our living better however, reducing utility bills is something on many users minds. Energy lights up our residence every night, keeps us warm throughout icy winters, allows us to be entertai
Solar Panels: How They Work

Solar Panels: How They Work

There are a lot of people that are interested in solar energy technology. The fact of the matter is solar energy can be used to heat water in your home, heat water in a swimming pool and run your electricity.
Downsize and Reduce Home Costs

Downsize and Reduce Home Costs

The top benefit of home downsizing arguably is cost savings. Learn what these savings consist of and how they can prove most profitable, as well as what financial pitfalls to avoid when considering the downsizing option.
Get Off the Grid With Solar Power

Get Off the Grid With Solar Power

Solar energy is one of the best alternative energy sources. After your initial investment, you can get off of the electric companies power grid and generate your own power. By installing a solar system in your home, you are also helping your children by reducing the levels of pollution.
Using Solar For Home Heating Systems

Using Solar For Home Heating Systems

The ability to heat up enough air in your home through solar technology can dramatically reduce your electricity bill while at the same time the cost of installing such as system is very low. Using solar for home heating systems is both easy to construct as well as easy to maintain.
Hiring a Contractor For Large Scale Solar Projects

Hiring a Contractor For Large Scale Solar Projects

The solar industry is somewhat a new one and is still evolving as the time passes. People are getting aware and start to harness the solar energy to cut down on their electrical bills.
Converting To Renewable Energy, Why Aren't We All?

Converting To Renewable Energy, Why Aren't We All?

My big question is, with all the global warming, ozone depletion, total crap you see pouring out of chimneys and smokestacks, why aren't more people converting to some sort of renewable energy? Could it be that their stuck in some sort of comfort zone?, or is it that there plain and simply just
Tips for Improving Light Bulb Energy Use

Tips for Improving Light Bulb Energy Use

It is very easy to get light in your home these days. Just turning them on and off is a very simple task but you should also consider the cost behind that usage and it can add up. Since they are so common and so often used, we forget that it is costly to operate the lights in our homes and offices.
LED Light Bulbs - Much Better Than Compact Fluorescent Bulbs

LED Light Bulbs - Much Better Than Compact Fluorescent Bulbs

As we're well into the 21st. century, we're making major progress, especially in the medical and technology industries. Unfortunately, it's at a price.
Reasons Why LED Growing Systems Are Becoming The Preferred Choice

Reasons Why LED Growing Systems Are Becoming The Preferred Choice

Nowadays in this urbanized world most individuals live in home which lacks substantial natural light. In case you would like to get some of this natural light indoors and the deficiency of sunlight is stopping you from achieving this, then one solution is to get artificial plant lights such as the L
Magnetic Power Generators: The New Renewable Energy

Magnetic Power Generators: The New Renewable Energy

We all want to reduce our electricity bills that we pay each month for the utility companies. It is always our aim to reduce our energy expenses due to the increasing costs. It would a very cool thing to have our own generator at home that would satisfy our energy needs.
Composting - Not Only for Country Folk!

Composting - Not Only for Country Folk!

Some people seem to think composting is only for farmers and country folk...Well, maybe. But others can certainly benefit pretty substantially from having a compost right outside their back door.
How Real Is the Water Crisis?

How Real Is the Water Crisis?

The water crisis now gripping some parts of the world is likely to spread, and few nations are prepared for a world water crisis. Drought, water shortage and a lack of safe drinking water are among the most immediate challenges facing the world today.
The Science of Alternative Energy Sources

The Science of Alternative Energy Sources

Michael Harvey can be considered a name in alternative energy circles that is increasing in popularity. How could he not be making a well known name for himself? He is the creator of Earth4Energy which is a system details to you how to build inexpensive solar panels.
Home Solar Electric Project - Tips and Methods to a Successful Project

Home Solar Electric Project - Tips and Methods to a Successful Project

I have received two bids on installing solar electric at this country home build in the 1940′s. The best proposal is for a 2000kW ground mount array. The open field next to the house provides plenty of room to set the system.
How To Go Green - 5 Inexpensive Ways To Go Green and Save Money

How To Go Green - 5 Inexpensive Ways To Go Green and Save Money

Going green does not have to be expensive. Here are 5 things you can do to go green today that are inexpensive and will actually save you money.
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Green Energy Sources

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Green Energy Sources

These days, we're now conscious of the issues of global warming. Fortunately, it's not in its final stages and we can even now change, which is the reason many are constantly pushing for green energy sources.
What Good Is a Green Roof?

What Good Is a Green Roof?

A green roof is an energy-smart way to reuse the often-wasted space on top of buildings. Whether it's used for rooftop gardening or is a simple grassy meadow, the idea of turning rooftops into green roofs is remaking the look of urban and suburban areas worldwide.