The Scoop on Solar Power
A 2.8-kw photovoltaic system provides half the house's electrical needs. The panels are secured to the roof in a grid of metal brackets. For a less obtrusive look, you can also get photovoltaic cells built into roofing shingles. The biggest ... [... more]
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Uncle Sam Wants to Pay You
While it's too late to take advantage of those fat federal tax credits for energy-saving products such as high-efficiency furnaces, water heaters, windows and insulation (Washington put the kibosh on those late last year), there are plenty of ... [... more]
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Solar Hot Water
If you've ever felt warm water flow from a garden hose that's been stretched across a sunny lawn, you know how solar water heating works. And if you've ever paid a fuel or electric bill, you can understand why using the sun's rays to warm water ... [... more]
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