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Typical Range: $17,161 to $31,814 National Average: $24,187There are plenty of good reasons to install solar panel...
Solar pool covers absorb the sun’s heat and transfer it to the water, warming either aboveground or inground pools to...
Even a small deck or yard can make warm weather much more enjoyable because you can move meals outside, sit under the...
Heading out into the wilderness or hitting the open road helps you leave behind the daily stresses of work and life. ...
Whether you have a large backyard, a small patio, or a tiny balcony, string lights illuminate your outdoor space whil...
Solar chargers have come a long way in recent years, becoming more portable, lightweight, and undeniably handy. Perfe...
The terms "environmentally friendly," "ecological," and "green" are thrown around a lot these days, but there is no denying that many Americans are earnestly sear...
The desire for renewable energy has never been higher, which has made solar power more popular than ever. Yet, while ...
The New American Home for 2014, nestled in the foothills of Henderson, Nevada, is an “idea house” showcasing new tren...
Heating and cooling accounts for more than half of the energy use in a typical U. S. home—about 54 percent of your ut...
Solar electric systems are appearing on more and more rooftops across America, but their pace of adoption has not bee...
For anyone interested in the developing field of solar power, today’s a big day. Starting today, the U. S. Department...
Backyards and sunshine go together like hot dogs and mustard. So do these cool new solar gadgets designed to provide light, sound and added convenience to outdoor...
Solar energy can be used to do all sorts of work around the house, from providing electricity for lights and applianc...
Unlike photovoltaic systems, which convert the sun’s energy into electricity, active solar thermal systems transform ...
Solar or photovoltaic systems are an increasingly popular way to offset rising utility bills — just place them in the...
Interested in solar power but not sure where to start? Solar panels are becoming increasingly available to the averag...
Today, September 14th, is the kickoff of the 2012 Solar Decathlon, and this year it’s being held in sunny Spain. List...
If you have a south-facing roof without solar panels on it, you’re probably paying too much for hot water. LISTENList...
Solar Energy: Demand GrowsWhen photovoltaics (PV) or the conversion of solar energy to electric power came on the sce...
Reduce Fuel, Save Money If you have a south-facing roof, you're probably paying too much for hot water. Over a millio...
Work is being done on the roof—laying Deck-Armor and installing metal roofing and photovoltaic panels. Bob talks with Jeff Wolf from GroSolar about the photovolta...
Bob talks with Robert Rainey of PJ Overhead Door as the new and improved garage door panels and tracks are installed on the Norwell home.
Bob visits the South Bronx, NY, where Habitat for Humanity has partnered with private developer Les Bluestone to create a green oasis for low-income families that...
Architect Mary Kennedy and Bob tour her Georgian Colonial family home in Westchester County, NY. After a flood ruined the house, the challenge was to salvage and ...
Bob visits with architect Alan Shope who has built a unique earth-bermed house at his farm in Upstate New York.
Bob talks with Deane Evans (from the Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing) and Ren Anderson (from the National Renewable Engergy Laboratory) about phot...
Bob visits the Global Solar factory in Tucson, AZ to see how they company manufactures its unique solar-electric (photovoltaic) devices.
