Prince Georges County Homeowner Reduces Carbon Footprint and Saves Cash
One of the systems we’re particularly proud of is a unique ground install in Bowie, MD. The Blackwells, the family who hired Solar Energy World, were facing a rather steep $7,550 annual electricity...
View ArticleBack to Basics: Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SREC)
There are many factors that have made solar panels for your home more affordable in recent years, but Solar Renewable Energy Credits, or SRECs, are possibly one of the most important. So what are they?...
View ArticleThe true cost of solar panels
When calculating the cost of solar panels, it’s important to consider more than just the sticker price. While the initial installation may seem like a lot of up-front costs, the cost-savings over the...
View ArticleThoughts on State of the Union Address
Earlier this week, President Obama delivered his State of the Union Address and touched on the topic of clean energy. Here are some excerpts we found particularly interesting: We’ll invest in...
View ArticleEnergy Tip: Shave more off your energy bill with a simple DIY improvement
Lowering the temperature on your hot water heater to 120 degrees can create even greater energy savings. Setting the thermostat down will save energy without losing the comfort of a long and relaxing...
View ArticleEuropean solar market trumps US but there is a bright spot.
According to a report by the Solar Energy Industry Association (SEIA), published March 10, 2011, the US solar energy industry had a banner year in 2010 and is a bight spot in the US economy as the...
View ArticleReviewing solar tax rebates
In 2009, Congress passed The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to extend consumer tax incentives started by the 2005 Energy Act. That equals big tax rebates for you when you choose to invest in...
View ArticleSolar Power in New Jersey
New Jersey is the most densely populated state resulting in a real effort to preserve the state’s remaining open spaces. This has limited the prospect of a large utility-scale solar energy...
View ArticleSolar Savings Calculator
Using solar panels can help save money on energy bills. In addition, there are several state and federal incentives, such as grants and tax credits that can make solar energy such a great investment....
View ArticleGrants and Incentives for Solar Panels
Perhaps the biggest myth about solar energy is that it is too expensive. The reality is that solar energy is more affordable than ever. In fact, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association...
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