[pt49]

Try moving?

[justontime]

It is something I have wanted to do for a long time, to be honest the thing that has held me back is the cost, I don't have the money to make the necessary changes to my home and with the economy as it is I don't see that changing in the near future.

[Green-Moo]

We're hoping to move soon, and the new place (fingers crossed) has no mains electricity. It's hte perfect opportunity to put a solar system in from scratch.

[gissele]

Originally Posted by GFG

Has anyone installed and is currently using solar panels/power to heat and or generate electricity for their home. I'm planning an addition to my home and I am interested in making it self sufficient and green. Solar seems to be the way to go, but it seems, like so many alt. energy sources,to be cost prohibitive. By my initial estimates with tax breaks that my state offers etc. it wood take 20 years to break even. Any info from a current solar user would be appreciated.

Switching to solar power is a wise and positive decision that we are making towards protecting our environment. You can find information on the net on how to choose a solar electric system, guide on panels, inverters, batteries and contracts. Overall, it gives you all options necessary to build a safe and non-toxic home for you and the environment. For more details you can look into site.

[atula]

I am interested in getting a solar power charger for my cellphone and also a solar powered lantern I have heard so much about