Thursday, February 26, 2009

Open, open, open your eyes people


I would like to help open the eyes of more and more people to help them understand the importance of renewable energy. It is extremely important and becoming more and more cost effective to YOU the consumer.

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

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Let's answer several questions related to the Who, When, What, Where and Why of Alternative Energy.

First, "What" is Alternative Energy? Most reading this probably already know but let's define it to be sure. Alternative (Renewable) energy derives it's source (or method) of producing energy from natural resources such as the sun, wind, water (rain and tides) and geothermal heat among others.

Secondly, "When" should Alternative source of Energy be used? The answer to that should be a unanimous: AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE! High energy prices, shortage and climate concerns should be enough reasons to agree with that response.

Thirdly, "Who" should be concerned? For all the reasons already stated (and then some) the answer is EVERYBODY on planet Earth. Our long term survival may depend on it. Fortunately the move toward creating a zero carbon future has been fast forwarded by awareness particularly with climate concerns. In the not too distant future the answer to that question may sound more like: Who isn't? (concerned about Alternative Energy solutions).

Fourth question: "Where" are changes taking place? That answer to that is not in enough places fast enough. Obviously impoverished nations are unable to contribute much to the cause of change when it concerns Alternative Energy advancements however many of the more prosperous nations are now providing funding for research. In addition public and private ventures are investing in research, inventions and production. Now the only thing that stands in the way of accelerating the goal of protecting valuable (depleting) resources and the environment is a coordinated, non-political effort.

Finally the last question: "Why" should we make a big fuss over Alternative Energy? I think the Who, What, When and Where questions already answered that so as a final statement I think an appropriate answer to the "Why" question would be another question: WHY NOT?

Author: My name is Frances Robinson. I am a writer and researcher interested in many topics which I frequently write about. http://alternativeenergypage.blogspot.com/

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If there is anyone considering getting on the solar cell bandwagon, your time might be, literally, right around the corner.

Solar cell panel manufacturers are becoming concerned by the incredibly low oil prices now saturating the worlds markets. And although solar panel sales growth is still going to be expected in the 10% to 20% range, that's very far off of the usual 30 to 35% growth that has been occurring. So, what does this mean to you?

Potentially, as with all businesses that want to keep sales up, there may be a bit of room for better prices. Whether that comes from the actual solar panel itself, or wheeling and dealing for better installation prices can't be known, but my hunch is that, anyone willing to go solar in the next few months, might be coming into some good deals.

Let's face it, alternative energy systems are on the rise right now, and there has been no stopping the growth. Solar cells are one of the biggest sellers, and like every other business out there, sometimes a company or a business needs to offer incentives to keep sales high, and merchandise moving. That's exactly where the solar cell people are going to be after the first of the year.

If it were me and I was in the market to go solar, I'd begin looking at prices with installation now, and then looking at those same options sometime after the first of the year. You could just find yourself in a true buyers market for solar cells, and that would be the right time to buy into this revolution in alternative energy.

Cooler Planet is a leading solar resource for connecting consumers and commercial entities with local solar Installers. Cooler Planet's solar energy resource page contains articles and tools such as our solar calculator to help with your solar project.

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