Many homeowners and individuals have, in recent years, sought to reduce their electricity and utility bills by installing solar panels on their own roofs. However, some of those homeowners find that they do not have enough roof space to make the installation worthwhile. Many homes have roofs that are too small or too shady, due…
Category: Green Energy
Green Energy, Technology
Germany Changes Renewable Energy Reform Law
by SEHouse •
The new law that has passed in Germany is going to make solar power a less attractive option in the country. Surcharges to help fund green initiatives were not charged to people who used solar power, and companies who were heavy users of energy were paying. Under this new law, all power users will be…
Development, Green Energy
The Biggest Solar Power Farm East of the Rockies
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Consumer, Green Energy
Cuomo Energy Plan Not Favorite of Energy Activists
by SEHouse •
While New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is working hard on renewable energy plans, the state’s activists do not believe that he is doing enough to turn the state away from fossil fuels. The specific target is fracking that is offering natural gas to the state but could be tainting groundwater at the same time. The…
Consumer, Development, Green Energy
Green Mountain Energy To Boost Texas Solar
by SEHouse •
Texas has long been known as a leader in wind powered electricity. Not so much for solar though. A company called Green Mountain Energy is trying to change that. Green Mountain Energy is the state’s first and largest renewable energy provider. They plan to introduce a 100% solar power energy plan for residents in deregulated…
Green Energy
Solar Power Winning Over Wind
by SEHouse •
As of September 30th, 2013, a new energy record within the United States has been broken. Wind farming power is no longer the most prominent alternative, green energy source. Windmills have been replaced by solar panels and solar energy has officially surpassed wind energy within the United States. The demand for new wind farm installations…