I just returned from the Solar Power International (SPI) show, an annual event for the solar industry, and there were a few things I kept hearing over and over. One was: “It’s simple: People can live better with solar.” The second was: “The price of electricity will rise over the next decade.” Over the last 40 years, Americans have been fortunate to have largely consistent electric rates. But as utility providers need to replace…

With the rising cost of electricity people are starting to look to alternative ways to power their homes. Think about the increased rent you could charge on your investment property in Sydney! The need to provide electricity using more environmentally friendly methods is also becoming more important. Having solar panels for your home (or investment property) is one method of producing alternative power and…

Google recently put up $75 million in funding for roughly 3,000 residential solar installations in Arizona, California and Colorado. Clean Power Finance will oversee the fund and will work with solar power installers to provide homeowners with financing options. The initiative will give consumers an option to enter into lease agreements or power purchase agreements with the installers, which is…

If you have been concerned about the rising energy costs in your area, it might be a good time to look at ways in which you can save money with solar energy. Various areas in the world run on different power sources, which most of these sources being problematic in some way. The main problem is that even energy sources that are renewable use some sort of oil power to maintain them. This auto…

Installing new light fittings in your home can make a big difference to the look of a room, but remember that choosing the right light fittings to suit your room takes careful consideration. It is important to have a qualified electrician to install them for you. Anything to do with your electrical services should be handled by someone who is a professional. Choose light fittings that are the right…