Take That Simple Step Into the Solar System

Most of us would like to warm our homes and cook our food in the knowledge that we’re causing no damage to our planet or its creatures.
Sadly, it’s just not the case. The fossil fuels that we use bring with them unpleasant greenhouse gases and cause global warming. And now they’re running out, never to return because all that coal, oil and natural gas took millions of years to form in the first place.
Thankfully, governments are setting targets, even laws, in the move towards less hostile, more green, energy provision.
But what can we, as individuals, do? Do we leave it entirely to our leaders?
Not at all. A good number of us are already producing our own electricity, using solar power and wind power and saving ourselves large sums of money in the process.

Solar power
Nothing has quite so much energy to give away as the sun. So, not surprsingly, solar power is becoming increasingly popular as more of us turn to nature for our energy needs.
A solar panel on your rooftop or outside wall converts energy from sunlight into electrical power. which can then run your cooker, your fridge, TV, computer and so on.
You don’t have to be an engineer to install your solar panel. With the right instruction or manual, you can do it yourself cheaply and easily. A good hardware store should have all the parts you need. And don’t think you have to live in a particularly sunny area for a solar panel to work.
They have a long lifespan and are virtually maintenance free. Apart from helping to make the world a healthier place, you’ll have the financial satisfaction of watching your energy bills plummet.

Solar water-heating
A solar water-heating system should also be considered by those with an environment-friendly disposition who are also interested in making savings. They utilize the sun’s heat and can work alongside your usual water-heating system. They’re very efficient, and can provide more than half of your water-heating needs. There are various ways of installing solar water-heating systems, including the use of solar panels, flat plates to absorb the sun’s heat or a system of glass tubes that transports heated fluid.

Domestic wind turbines
You’ll never complain about the wind again if you’ve got a domestic wind turbine. Every time it blows, it’s money in the bank. Wind turbines consist of a tower and blades and convert wind energy into electricity. They are surprisingly quick and easy to install. A do-it-yourself wind turbine can be every bit as good as one bought in the shop. It can be assembled from a few cheap items from your hardware store and can give you a plentiful supply of free, green energy. It can supplement the cost of domestic electricity and can mean a welcome end to hefty bills.
Running costs are negligible and, apart from being financially better off with energy provided by the wind, you’ll also reduce the size of your carbon footprint.
A wind turbine can be a back-up to powering your electrical appliances at home. And your neighbors will be relieved to know that they’re silent.

“Off grid”
Some families have gone “off grid” altogether by installing a combination of natural energy projects. As a result, they have completely eliminated energy costs. Thanks to the sun and wind, they now power their homes for free.
Solar power and wind power can provide you with enough electricity to keep your home going for evermore.
You’ll be saving lots of money while creating a cleaner planet. There can’t be a more worthwhile arrangement than that.