Energy Efficiency Before Going Solar: How Much Difference In The Cost Does It Make?
Efficiency combined with solar changes the equation dramatically. The difference for me was roughly 2/3 the cost of a new Tesla Model 3.
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South Africa Saved $69 Million From Solar, Wind Energy In 2014
The Renewable Energy Independent Power Producers Programme has started delivering financial benefits to the South African power sector and the economy on the whole, a recent study has shown. A study by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) states that the 1.6 GW of wind and solar power … [continued]
October Transit Savings = $818 on Average
Save some money and avoid the morning smell of diesel and arduous traffic. Instead, sit back and multi-task or relax on the way to work. If this sounds appealing, choose public transit. According to the American Public Transportation Association’s October Transit Savings Report, last month’s average annual savings for public transit … [continued]
Save Money This Month ($839 ) With Mass Transit
Looking for ways to save money this year? If you live near public transportation, it is a good time to consider this shared transport option even if you own a car. The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) has put out its latest Transit Savings Report, in which it found that an individual’s savings by … [continued]
LED Shower Head Helps You Save Water, Power, Gas, & Money!
According to the Uji’s inventors, the system works well enough to cut shower times by 12%, significantly cutting back on water use and heating bills. Those savings add up to about $85/year in a typical American home, and much more in places like Hawaii or in a university/dorm setting.
Drop the Second Car and Save with Public Transport
A new report from the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) outlines the huge savings possible by swapping from driving to public transport. According to the APTA May Transit Savings Report, “individuals who ride public transportation instead of driving can save, on average, $823 this month, and $9,880 annually.” The report … [continued]
When You Shouldn't Buy Solar in California
Here in California, now that it is possible to pay-as-you-go for solar and switch to solar power with a lease or a PPA, which is the best way to get solar? (In many other states, pay-as-you-go plans are not an option because utilities in those states won’t allow the competition, … [continued]
How Net Metering Leads to Low Energy Bills
In my inaugural post, I went over why solar makes sense from a financial perspective. It is a sound investment that will provide you at least a 10 percent return on your initial investment for the next 30 years. Now the question is, “Hey Chris, how do you make money … [continued]
Fuel Economy: How Traditional Car Models Compete With Hybrid Vehicles
In recent years a greater emphasis on MPG during car shopping has emerged. Between fluctuating gasoline prices, a broader selection of hybrid vehicles, and the promise of plug-ins and battery electric vehicles, and mandated increases in CAFE standards, fuel economy is becoming an important vehicle characteristic for many consumers. Makers … [continued]
