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Archive for December 23rd, 2009

The stars of the Disney Channel are signing about it. An entire network is devoted to the concept. The entertainment industry is leading the way in the movement to “go green.” For going green is more than driving a hybrid or eating organic foods. One of the basic tenets of going green is using renewable energy sources. The sun is the best renewable energy source available. Even though solar energy has been discussed for centuries, in recent years the solar movement has swelled. Almost every town in America has one home that is powered by solar energy.

 

You may want to become a solar powered home but you are deterred by the cost. You can go solar one panel at a time for a fraction of what you would pay a contractor. Do It Yourself Solar Panel Kits are a best seller online.  These kits give you step-by-step instructions on how to create a solar panel that will generate energy for your home. These kits have many advantages.

 

The materials you need can be purchased for as little as $200 at your local hardware store. You should see a reduction in your utility bills from the first month. You can use one panel to power a laptop or appliance which will likely drop your bill be a few dollars. But those dollars will add up over the course of a year. Add several panels to see a bigger savings. Solar panels are safe. Who hasn’t experienced a shock when plugging in an appliance or trying to fix an electrical gadget on our own? While many people use gas to heat their homes, this alternative is not much safer. Gas leaks can be serious and in rare cases, lead to explosions. Are you building a new home? Include a solar energy plan. What could be easier on your wallet and the environment than having a home that is totally depending on solar power? You may also qualify for tax breaks and financial incentives. Stop lugging those bulky generators and install solar panels on your recreational vehicle. You won’t have to look for a place to ‘plug in.’ You can be cool or warm while your neighbors at the campsite are hoping their electrical appliances work!

Once you have seen the uses for solar panels, the next challenge is creating them. While not all kits are created equal, most come with easy-follow instructions and many include video tutorials. Creating the solar panels can be a way to educate your children on “going green.”

Finally, for all of the environmental benefits you will have with your new solar panels, you could reap some additional financial awards as well. Many states offer tax breaks to homeowners that use renewable energy sources. Last year Congress extended a 30 percent tax deduction to homeowners that implemented solar energy plans. The savings depends on where you live and the value of your home.