Solar is a summertime treat. Solar homeowners are saying goodbye to electric bills and hello to ice cream. These are the months that remind you why going solar was the right move or, for those of you still on the fence, plant that goal in your mind. But is all perfect and peachy for solar in the summertime? It must be…right?

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We’ve all heard much talk in the past couple of years about global warming, greenhouse gas emissions, and carbon footprints, but have you stopped to give much thought to the size of your carbon footprint?

The official definition of a carbon footprint is “the measure of the impact human activities have on the environment in the amount of greenhouse gases produced, measured in units of carbon dioxide.” Whether through the electricity you use in your home or office, or through the fuel you burn in your car, you personally are producing a carbon footprint. There are general calculations you can perform to get a basic idea of the size of your footprint. (more…)

We’ve focused in great length lately on the city of San Francisco and their progressive approach to achieving an energy independent city in the future. However, there are many more areas within our country who are also aggressively addressing the issue. New York City is another city that is fully engrossed in seeking innovative new ways to make solar power affordable and attractive for its residents and businesses. (more…)