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You have likely been told many times different facts about solar energy. Of course, it is hard to know which facts about solar energy are actually “facts” and which are more like opinions.
This article is going to relay to you some of the top facts about solar energy. It will delve into not just positive facts about solar energy, but negative ones, as well. Are you ready? Here we go:
Facts about solar energy (in no particular order):
· Solar energy is a renewable resource (it may go away at night, but we will always have it.)
· Solar energy will not pollute our air with carbon dioxide and other harmful greenhouse gases and bad emissions.
· Solar energy can be used to heat water, dry clothes, heat swimming pools, power attic fans, power small appliances, produce light for both indoors and outdoors, and even to power cars, among other things.
· In 1990, a aircraft powered solely by the sun crossed the United States.
· Solar energy products can be very expensive. The initial cost is, perhaps, the main disadvantage of solar energy.
· You need a relatively large area to install solar panels if you want a good level of efficiency.
· Depending where you live (Arizona vs. Alaska, around many shady trees or in the desert, etc.), you will get different results with solar energy systems.
· Of course, once you install the products, they can be very inexpensive to run. In fact, energy from the sun is free.
· If you have a really good solar energy system, one that produces even more energy than you use, your utility company can buy it from you.
· When you use solar energy, you are making you and your home independent. You do not need to depend on foreign or other sources of energy which can raise their costs quickly.
· To run a solar energy system, you do not even need to connect to a gas or power grid.
· Solar energy cannot be produced at night or if there is a lot of pollution in the air or clouds over the sun.
· Of course, realize that you can have a battery backup system with your solar energy system that will take care of the problems that could arise when the sun does not rise, so to speak.
· You can install solar energy in remote locations.
· If there is a power outage, you can still have electricity!
· As your energy needs grow, you can add more solar panels
· Solar panels operate silently.
· Solar powered cars are not yet up to par with other cars. They have a much slower speed.
· Solar energy systems require very little maintenance and will last for a long time.
· Technology for solar energy is constantly improving.
Those are just a few facts about solar energy. I hope that they were helpful!
Anne Clarke writes numerous articles for websites on gardening, parenting, the enviornment, fashion, and home decor. Her background includes teaching and gardening. For more of her articles on solar power, please visit Solar Home.
energizer solar products from the Outdoor Retailer Show with Billy Carmen
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Crocodile Creek's Dinosaur Lunchbox
$6.74 School lunches can now be more fun than ever with this beautifully-designed, well priced lunch box. Lunch box is 10"w x 7.5"h x 3"d. Special attention has been given to make certain that the lunchboxes currently offered by Crocodile Creek do conform to the current U.S. & European Consumer Product Safety Standards. Crocodile Creek lunchboxes are lead safe, 100% Phthalate and PVC free.... |
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Fissler 032 631 00 205 Pressure Cooker 22-cm Silicone Gasket
$14.00 032 631 00 205 The UL-listed Blue Point pressure cookers combine perfect technology and attractive modern design with their patented safety valves and large indicator rods. They are safe, simple to use, and especially easy to clean. This series is perfect for easily preparing foods of all kinds in a healthy, gentle, and nutritious manner. Unlike the pressure cookers of the past, each Blue Point p... |
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Crocodile creek Sandwich Keeper
Eco-Friendly, reusable, and great for school lunches. No more sandwich bags! Now more lost lids! Solid construction prevents crushing! Sandwich keepers are 5.25`H x 5.5`W x 2`D. Hand washing recommended.... |
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Bill Nye the Science Guy: The Planets Classroom Edition [Interactive DVD]
$21.16 BILL NYE THE SCIENCE GUY:PLANETS - DVD Movie... |
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Somethin' To Blaze to
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Sun Records Collection
$49.98 Sun Records and Elvis Presley will always be linked in the minds of music lovers, but Sam Phillips's storied label had a rich history before the arrival of the hillbilly cat (it all started July 5, 1954, with "That's All Right") and it continued to flourish after Phillips sold Presley's contract to RCA in late '55. Rhino's three-disc label anthology naturally hinges on Presley's recordings, swingi... |
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Planets [VHS]
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3-2-1 Blast Off
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Solar Crisis
$1.95 Not everyone will have the patience for Solar Crisis; in many ways, it lands on the not-so-good end of the B-movie spectrum. Possibly something got lost in translation between the American crew and the Japanese producers. The premise: a giant solar flare is threatening to end all life on Earth. Our only hope is an antimatter bomb launched into the sun to trigger the flare prematurely. A greedy cor... |
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McDavid Waist Trimmer
$12.45 McDavid 491R Waist Trimmer The adjustable McDavid 491R Waist Trimmer cushions, compresses and supports while retaining therapeutic heat for the lower back and abdomen muscles. It may also be used as part of a comprehensive weight-loss program. The contoured design and fully adjustable hook-and-loop closure assures an optimum fit. Features: Fits up to a 50 waist Thermal 100% Latex-free Neoprene (CR... |
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Swim Time Blue Solar Sun Disc (Pack of 6)
$119.09 These amazing solar discs from Swim Time do everything that a solar blanket will do but without the hassle of lugging on and off that big, wet solar blanket. These Solar Sun Discs are approximately 5 feet wide and come in a pack of six. |
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Swim Time Blue Solar Sun Disc
$37.11 This amazing solar disc from Swim Time does everything that a solar blanket will do but without the hassle of lugging on and off that big, wet solar blanket. This Solar Sun Disc is approximately 5 inches wide at its widest point. |
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In-ground Rectangular 12' x 24' 14-mil Clear Solar Blanket
$87.99 This clear solar blanket will heat your pool quickly and thoroughly. This pool blanket is laced with air bubbles that act as an insulating layer. |
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In-ground Rectangular 18' x 36' 14-mil Clear Solar Blanket
$170.99 This clear solar blanket will heat your pool quickly and thoroughly. This pool blanket is laced with air bubbles that act as an insulating layer. |
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Above-ground Round 24-foot Clear 12-mil Solar Blanket
$123.99 This clear solar blanket will heat your pool quickly and thoroughly. This pool blanket is laced with air bubbles that act as an insulating layer. |
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In-ground 14x28-foot Rectanglular 12-mil Solar Blanket
$90.99 This durable in-ground 12-mil blanket can warm your pool by up to 15 degrees. The blanket is made to provide maximum heating properties combined with long life. Thermal bubbles in the blanket retain heat at night and on cool cloudy days. |
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Swim Time Solar Heating System
$330.99 This solar heating system from Swim Time features a convenient way to heat your pool with it's efficient panel design. This solar heating system includes everything you need to install and heat your pool. |
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Swim Time Solar Ionizer
$267.04 This solar powered ionizer from Swim Time can cut chlorine usage by up to 80-percent in pools up to 32,000 gallons. The copper-ion design is very effective at killing algae and keeping your pool clean and pure. |
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Deluxe Above-ground Pool Solar Reel
$219.02 This reel has special bearing systems at both ends for effortless removal of your solar blanket. Mounting brackets allow easy removal of reel and installation of winter cover. |
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Round Clear Above-ground Pool Solar Blanket
$63.99 This clear solar blanket allows more solar heat to quickly heat your pool. This solar pool cover is laced with air bubbles that act as an insulating layer. |
