How To Choose A Clean Energy Source

By Evans D. Smith

Clean energy is all the rage right now; in theory it seems like a good idea with benefits for everyone. Not only does it help the environment, consumers can also benefit from lower electricity bills. In practice however this does not always work out. The high cost of installing a clean energy source such as solar or wind power may cancel out any monthly savings on your electricity bill.

Then there's the versatility of using solar, wind, and other clean power sources in your house. Not every one of us can afford the high installation cost. Even if cost isn't the issue infrequently an area isn't OK for a selected green energy. So how can you help to reduce carbon emissions while staying in your budget? You can do both with a little ingenuity.

The Right Power Sources

Your electricity supplier plays a big part in whether you can have access to a clean energy source. Traditionally power companies produce energy by burning fossil fuels, limiting the choices for consumers who want to go green. However some states now require power companies to supply electricity using renewable energy sources.

Sometimes this suggests that there are several electricity corporations in your state and many of them may provide a clean power source for electricity. However this practice doesn't extend to all states. The EPA now has useful links to different replenish-able energy resources available in each state.

Do It Yourself

For people who are handy with a box of tools there's an alternative choice when it comes to finding a clean power source, you can make your own solar heater. More people are experimenting and coming up with solar panels that power some pieces of the house or provide hot water for the home.

There are several straightforward designs for solar cells that may be used to power up some pieces of the house. The better part is this clean power source is comparatively cheap to line up. You can skip over the pricey installation related to solar energy panels and get right to the savings on your electricity bill.

Alternatively you should purchase a solar energy panel or wind turbine system to harness a clean power source but keep it on a tiny scale. You may not be ready to power your entire house but you could be able to make a big difference in your energy usage. When joined with energy potency across the house this is a particularly viable way to enjoy a clean power source. - 31812

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