The genesis of solar energy history goes way back to the year 1838 to an observer by the name of Edmund Becquerel who at that time had published findings on the capability of materials to change light into raw energy. Although it was fascinating at that time no one took the opportunity to pursue it […]
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Solar Energy – A Brief History in the United States
The technology to derive substantial electrical current using light from the sun has been around since the mid 1950’s when the first solar cell was created by Daryl Chapin, Calvin Fuller, and Gerald Pearson at Bell Labs – they developed the first solar cell capable of generating enough power from the sun to run everyday […]
Home Solar Energy – 3 Myths Dispelled
While going solar steadily grows in popularity, myths about using solar energy for the home persist. Dispelling these myths and learning the facts frees you to embrace a clean, abundant, and efficient energy source. Now let’s deal with the three myths. 1. Residential solar power systems are too expensive. Let’s address the expense of a […]
How to Cut Costs With Solar Energy
One of the primary deterrents to solar energy installation are the solar power costs. Right now, for the average American home, it’s still more expensive to buy the equipment for a solar home energy system, than a traditional fossil fuel home energy system. Here are a few facts to consider, however, when looking at the […]
Easy Tips for Buying and Putting Together Solar Energy Kits
When you balance your household maintenance budget on a monthly basis, how much do you typically allot for electricity bills? If you think that you need to lower this particular expense, why not invest in solar energy kits? Not only will this help decrease your power consumption, but it also allows you to do your […]
DIY Solar Energy – 5 Tips For DIY Solar
When it comes to DIY solar energy, the topic itself isn’t really that complicated. With the availability of parts, and the lower cost of solar cells, building your own solar panels is easier than ever before. A solar energy system can quickly reduce or eliminate your power bill, and by choosing DIY solar energy you’ll […]