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Michigan Property Tax Causes Solar Farm to Lose Money
On paper, the state of Michigan might be encouraging residents and businesses to install solar power systems with its solar rebate and incentive programs. But the state officials must rethink their property tax laws if they really want to promote alternative energy use in Michigan.
Solar Panels Rise in New Jersey
New Jersey’s largest utility, Public Service Electric and Gas Company, started a solar power installation project in the state. This was met with mixed reactions from the residents. Some say they like the initiative of the utility while other residents view the solar panels as eyesores.
Solar Panel Industry Gains as Anti-Nuclear Campaign Escalates to an All-Time High
Japan’s problem with its Fukushima nuclear power plant has led to a more vigorous campaign of a nuclear-free planet. People fear that nuclear reactors are not safe, as what’s happening in Japan after it was hit by an earthquake and tsunami.
Clean and Green Energy
Solar power is clean, economical and the solution to the long standing problem of environmental pollution. Although the initial cost associated with installation is expensive, the return on investment over time make solar energy the right choice as a main source for electrical power.
Carbon Offsets Help Manage Your Footprint
It’s true: it is hard to live off the grid, no matter how tempting and eco-friendly it is. Enter carbon offsets – voluntary payments of a particular sum per tonne of carbon you emit. It’s like donating to a charity for Mother Nature.
An Innovative Breakthrough in Solar Panel Design
Thanks to researchers at Princeton University, high costs of solar panels may no longer be an issue. Going green and harnessing the power of the sun might be easily affordable to anyone who wishes to participate in making the world a cleaner place.
California Solar Initiative’s Single-Family Affordable Solar Housing Program
California Solar Initiative has various incentive programs, including the Single-Family Affordable Solar Housing Program, or SASH, which GRID Alternatives administers on behalf of utilities.
Bexley, Ohio’s New Police Station to be Powered by the Sun
Bexley’s new police station will have solar panels installed some time in the next year in connection with Ohio’s goal of having 25 alternative energy projects across the state.
Great Solar Gadgets for Christmas
Christmas is just around the corner, so you might be looking for gift ideas to give your loved ones this holiday season. Why not give the gift of solar?
TIME named Solar Shingle as one of the 50 Best Inventions of 2009
TIME named Solar Shingle the 13th best invention of 2009. Dow Chemical Co. developed the Solar Shingle, a type of roof shingle that doubles as a solar panel.
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