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A practical residential solar energy guide for homeowners. From solar energy basics to real solutions, you'll find all the information you need to go solar.
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solar energy helps us we as people we must use sun and water and wind to get eletricity to avoid air pollution and death

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Is There a Tax Credit for Solar Power? 5 Jun 2015 6:38 AM (10 years ago)

Learn about the tax credit for solar power provided by the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008.

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Zero Energy Homes 5 Jun 2015 6:17 AM (10 years ago)

Using solar energy principles and technology, Zero Energy Homes are able to produce as much energy as they use.

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How to Install a Solar Powered Attic Fan 5 Jun 2015 6:02 AM (10 years ago)

Installing a solar powered attic fan is a great DIY project. Also known as a solar roof vent, these units can be installed in less than half a day. You'll have a cooler attic and lower cooling bills.

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Cheap Solar Power, Residential Solar Power, Residential Solar Energy 4 Jun 2015 10:19 AM (10 years ago)

If you're looking for cheap solar power, there are some actions you can take and some options open to you. Find out the easiest ways you can get affordable solar.

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Solar Roof Vents: Use a Solar Power Roof Vent to Keep Your Attic Cool 4 Jun 2015 9:59 AM (10 years ago)

Solar roof vents can help you save money by lowering your air conditioning costs. Learn how a solar powered attic fan can keep your attic cooler.

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Solar Powered Christmas Lights For the Holiday Season 4 Jun 2015 7:47 AM (10 years ago)

Homeowners have a wide selection of solar powered Christmas lights to choose from. Find out how you can benefit from solar Christmas lights this holiday season.

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How a Home Energy Audit Can Lower the Cost of Your Solar Power System 4 Jun 2015 7:30 AM (10 years ago)

A home energy audit will help you get the most out of your solar power system. Find out what's involved in an energy audit and whether you should do it yourself or hire a professional.

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Solar Power for Homes, Residential Solar Energy, Solar Energy for Homes 4 Jun 2015 7:09 AM (10 years ago)

Home solar power systems can be expensive. Discover the three options homeowners have to get solar power for homes.

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Solar Energy For Homes, Residential Solar Energy, Solar Power For Homes 4 Jun 2015 6:53 AM (10 years ago)

The available amount of solar energy for homes in your area will be a factor in the home solar power systems you implement. Determine your solar potential.

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DIY Energy Efficiency Audit 4 Jun 2015 6:38 AM (10 years ago)

A DIY energy efficiency audit is one of he best actions you can take when preparing to go solar. Our three-step DIY home energy audit will help you reduce the cost of your solar power system.

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How Much Does Solar Power Cost? Understanding the Cost of Solar Energy 4 Jun 2015 5:39 AM (10 years ago)

How much does solar power cost? See what factors determine your solar energy costs. Follow our step-by-step process to estimate what it will cost you to go solar.

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How is Solar Energy Used, Solar Energy Uses, Uses of Solar Energy 4 Jun 2015 5:30 AM (10 years ago)

How is solar energy used? In the future, solar energy will be our largest source of global energy. See how homeowner's use of solar energy today is already taking advantage of this green technology.

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Interesting Facts About the Sun and Solar Energy 4 Jun 2015 5:16 AM (10 years ago)

Learn interesting facts about the Sun and solar energy so you can gain a better understanding of home solar power systems.

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Grid Tie Inverter, Solar Power Inverter, Solar Inverters 4 Jun 2015 4:58 AM (10 years ago)

A grid tie inverter enables you to transmit the power you generate from your home solar power systems to the utility grid. Learn how a grid tied inverter works and what the benefits are to homeowners.

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Interesting Facts About Solar Energy and Solar Power 4 Jun 2015 4:46 AM (10 years ago)

Interesting facts about solar energy that answer your solar power questions. These solar power facts will help you go solar!

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Net Metering: A Way To Sell Your Excess Solar Power 25 May 2015 4:46 PM (10 years ago)

Would you like to get paid for the excess solar electricity your produce? You can - with net metering!

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Solar Tube Skylights - A Flexible Daylighting Option 25 May 2015 7:53 AM (10 years ago)

Solar tube skylights are a great way to provide natural light to rooms that don't have windows. Find out how this daylighting solution can be used in your home.

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Economics of Solar Power - The True Cost of Solar Energy 25 May 2015 7:21 AM (10 years ago)

The economics of solar power can help you decide which solar solutions are best for you. Take advantage of financial solar incentives like the solar energy tax credit and solar power rebate.

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Solar Energy Facts: The Basics 25 May 2015 6:38 AM (10 years ago)

Understanding solar energy facts and basics can help you decide if solar energy is right for you. Get answers to your solar power questions...

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Solar Attic Fan, Solar Fan, Solar Powered Fan, Solar Powered Attic Fan 25 May 2015 5:54 AM (10 years ago)

Keep your cool with a solar attic fan! Learn how a solar powered fan can make a significant contribution to keeping your attic cool and saving you money.

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How to Install a Tubular Skylight: DIY Solar Tube Installation Guide 24 May 2015 4:29 PM (10 years ago)

Installing a tubular skylight is a great DIY solar energy project that can be completed in an afternoon.

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Solar Cell Energy: Using Photovoltaic Cells for Solar Power 24 May 2015 12:50 PM (10 years ago)

The solar cell is the basic building block of a photovoltaic system. Learn how a solar power cell generates electricity and what the common types of photovoltaic cells are.

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Solar Water Heating 19 May 2015 4:27 AM (10 years ago)

A solar water heating system can save you thousands of dollars over the life of the system and increase the value of your home. Learn what options are available for homeowners.

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Solar Pool Heating 16 May 2015 4:00 PM (10 years ago)

A solar pool heating system increases the amount of time each year that you can enjoy your pool. By using the Sun to heat your pool, you will increase your fun while decreasing your costs!

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Solar Heating Systems for Your Home 16 May 2015 3:41 PM (10 years ago)

Solar heating is one of the simplest and most cost effective solar energy applications available to homeowners. It can be used to heat your home's living spaces, household water, or swimming pool.

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DIY Solar Power, Do It Yourself Solar Power, DIY Solar Projects 16 May 2015 2:04 PM (10 years ago)

A DIY solar power project is a great way to learn how solar energy works while saving money at the same time. Find the right DIY projects for you and your home.

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The DIY Solar Energy Gallery 15 May 2015 5:48 PM (10 years ago)

Need inspiration for a DIY solar project? Or are you ready to share your DIY solar project with the world? Then come on over to the DIY Solar Energy Gallery!

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Solar Shingles, Solar Roof Shingles, Solar Power Shingles 15 May 2015 5:25 PM (10 years ago)

Solar shingles offer homeowners an aesthetically pleasing way to generate their own cost saving solar electricity. A great alternative to solar panels.

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Solar Power Rebate Programs - Solar Energy Incentives For Homeowners 14 May 2015 4:21 AM (10 years ago)

Solar power rebate programs can significantly reduce your cost of implementing a solar power system for your home. Find out which solar energy rebates you are eligible for.

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Solar Space Heating 10 May 2015 5:00 PM (10 years ago)

Solar space heating can help you lower your home's heating bills and reduce your dependence on fossil fuels such as oil, propane, and natural gas.

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Solar Energy Newsletter: Solar News, Events, and Technology 10 May 2015 7:43 AM (10 years ago)

Solar Energy Alerts! is a solar energy newsletter. Keep up with the latest solar news, solar events and solar power technology. Subscribe today and receive a FREE gift.

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Passive Solar Energy - The Natural Way To Heat, Cool, And Light Your Home 10 May 2015 6:16 AM (10 years ago)

Using passive solar energy can save you money while providing you with a naturally comfortable home. Passive solar power can be used for your home's heating, cooling, and lighting.

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Solar Energy Lighting For Your Home! 10 May 2015 5:49 AM (10 years ago)

Solar energy lighting can be used to enhance your home's outdoor features or for providing natural interior lighting.

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Get Comfortable With Solar Cooling 4 May 2015 5:57 AM (10 years ago)

Solar cooling takes advantage of the sun when it is most needed - during the hot summer months. Learn which passive, solar thermal, and photovoltaic cooling options are possible for your home.

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Cost of Solar Energy, Solar Power Cost, Solar Energy Costs 25 Apr 2015 12:29 PM (10 years ago)

Learn how to determine the total cost of solar energy for your home. Plus find out how a solar power incentive such as solar energy grants, tax credits and rebates can significantly reduce your costs.

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Active Solar Energy: Solar Home Heating Explained 25 Apr 2015 6:23 AM (10 years ago)

Maximize your solar home heating by using active solar energy technology. A cost effective way for homeowners to take advantage of solar thermal energy.

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Photovoltaic Solar Power 25 Apr 2015 5:44 AM (10 years ago)

Photovoltaic solar power is the electricity generated with solar cells. Find out how semiconductors are able to produce electricity using the photovoltaic effect.

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Your Solar Energy Questions Answered - Solar Energy FAQ 23 Apr 2015 4:55 PM (10 years ago)

Find the answers to your solar energy questions in our Solar Energy FAQ.

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Solar Power Panels, Home Solar Panels, Home Solar Power Systems 23 Apr 2015 5:44 AM (10 years ago)

Solar power panels are the key component of all home solar power systems. Learn what measurements are important to find the best solar panels for the home.

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Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) 22 Apr 2015 5:16 PM (10 years ago)

Concentrating solar power is a simple and proven solar technology for generating electricity. Find out more about this clean, renewable energy source.

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Solar Power Inverter, Home Solar Power Systems, Solar Inverters 18 Apr 2015 8:47 AM (10 years ago)

Find out how a solar power inverter is used in residential solar energy systems. Explore the differences between an off grid and grid tie inverter.

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Solar Thermal Energy: Solar Home Heating Principles 18 Apr 2015 7:24 AM (10 years ago)

Solar thermal energy is the energy created by converting solar energy into heat. Learn how to harness this renewable energy for solar home heating applications.

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How Does Solar Energy Work: Solar Power Systems Explained 18 Apr 2015 6:55 AM (10 years ago)

How does solar energy work? Discover what is solar energy and how it works in home solar power systems. Both solar thermal energy systems and solar electric systems are described.

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Getting Started With Solar Energy 18 Apr 2015 6:24 AM (10 years ago)

When getting started with solar energy, the single most important step you can take is to create a Solar Energy Master Plan for your home.

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Understanding Solar Power Electricity 14 Apr 2015 6:10 PM (10 years ago)

An understanding of solar power electricity will give you the foundation needed to create your photovoltaic system. Learn about circuits, voltage, current, and other solar electricity basics.

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Why is Solar Energy Important? Why Solar Energy Use is Important to You... 13 Apr 2015 5:52 PM (10 years ago)

Why is solar energy important? A discussion about why solar energy use is important spanning from prehistoric times to the modern world. Add your comment about why you think solar energy is important.

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Solar Electricity, Residential Solar Power, Home Solar Power Systems 12 Apr 2015 6:05 PM (10 years ago)

Learn how residential solar electricity is generated and what solar power components are needed to make it work.

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Why Use Solar Energy? Why Solar Energy is Important for You 12 Apr 2015 5:19 PM (10 years ago)

Why use solar energy? Understanding why solar energy use is important for you can help you develop a solar energy plan that brings your solar vision to life.

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Solar Energy Grants: A Financial Tool for Alternative and Renewable Energy 11 Apr 2015 3:37 PM (10 years ago)

Finding the right solar energy grants can help you take advantage of green energy! Find out what solar power grants you can use for your residential solar energy project.

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