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Cincinnati already has the largest publicly accessible solar array in the country. Are we about to get bigger? What could make Fiona the Hippo even more lovable? How about the fact that she relies on solar energy? The Cincinnati Zoo is the Greenest Zoo in America currently, thanks to the solar canopy that is installed above […]
With the amount of energy we are consuming as a planet, countries are starting to lean away from nonrenewable sources of energy such as gas and coal. Solar power is one of the leading options as the energy source of the future. So which countries are leading the world in solar power […]
You’ve been saving for your kids’ college since before they were born. But, the price of a college education is skyrocketing so your well-intentioned savings may not be enough to cut it. While your child may be incredibly smart, scholarships and financial aid are hard to earn today. If you’re […]
Not only does solar power provide enough energy to power your house, it also frequently overproduces energy. “Net metering” provides a way for solar power users to bottle up their excess energy and sell it back to their utility companies for a credit! The credit can in turn be used […]
Break Through The Barriers That Hold People Back From Maximum Solar Savings Lead Your Community By Switching to Solar Standing out from the crowd can feel daunting, but those who embrace new technology early often reap the biggest rewards. In fact, only 2.5% of the population are considered “Innovators”—those eager […]
Concerned about the state of our planet? Words like “greenhouse gases,” “holes in the ozone layer,” “climate change” and “melting ice caps” can make us fear what state the planet will be in for future generations. How can we be better citizens of this earth? What role can we play […]
Dear Wanda, I’ve been doing some heavy-duty research on solar panels recently, and I feel like I know all I need to about the benefits of panels, but how do I know when I’m ready to take the plunge and buy? Indecisive Buyer Dear Indecisive Buyer, Props to you for […]
Many of us are on the lookout for steps we can take to help the environment, from driving a more fuel-efficient car to composting and recycling. But what can you do to make your house more earth friendly? According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the average American home uses […]