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Understand 7 Solar Terms Before You Upgrade

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: April 12, 2013

If you’re considering upgrading your home’s power source and opting for free, renewable solar energy, it’s helpful to learn basic solar terms.

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Tax Credits from Fiscal Cliff for Energy-Efficiency Updates Can Help You

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: February 15, 2013

Congressional approval of the Fiscal Cliff deal is proving to be a boon for homeowners who want to upgrade their home comfort systems. Why? You can once again take advantage

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Now’s The Time To Consider Solar Home Heating

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: November 8, 2012

When it comes to solar home heating, there are far more benefits than drawbacks. If you’re looking for a clean, renewable way to heat your Sacramento-area home, solar’s the answer.

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Renewable Energy Sources For Home Heating and Cooling: Solar And Geothermal Ideal For Southern California

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: August 17, 2012

Southern California has long been a leader in renewable energy. And with legislation known as the Renewable Portfolio Standard signed into law last year, the use of geothermal, solar and

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Is A Photovoltaic Solar System Ideal For You?

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: June 4, 2012

A photovoltaic solar system converts sunlight into electricity. Its panels are composed of silicon crystals that convert light energy into electricity.

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Low Lifetime Costs Make HVAC Systems Powered By Renewable Energy Sources Ideal

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: May 2, 2012

If you’re considering upgrading your HVAC system, you should be looking at it as a long-term investment. That means you need to understand the true lifetime costs of the products

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5 Steps For Planning For Solar Energy

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: April 11, 2012

Are you considering whether to take advantage of the most renewable energy source around? The sun floods the earth with tremendous amounts of solar energy every day, and you can

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Geothermal Heat Pump System: Which One Is Best For Your Home?

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: December 14, 2011

If you’re considering installing a geothermal heat pump system, you probably already know they’re among the most energy-efficient home comfort systems available. But did you know you have several geothermal options from

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Consider A Solar Water Heater To Provide Hot Water For Your Home

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: November 28, 2011

Does the thought of going solar intrigue you? You may be hesitant to change over your entire home energy system, but consider phasing into the solar generation by replacing your conventional hot

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You May Be Entitled To A Federal Tax Credit If You Replace Your Water Heater With An Energy Efficient Model This Year

By Greg Schillianskey | Published: November 7, 2011

The typical home’s water heater system is responsible for as much as 25 percent of its total energy consumption. Replacing your old water heater with a new energy-efficient model will

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