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How We Rate Our Utility Companies

Jul-13-2012 By Barbara Zak

Keeping with the topic of going solar, as in my previous posts, Ready to go Solar? and  Facts on Who Goes Solar, here is an new info-graphic from 1Bog(One Block Off the Grid).  Just click the link and you will go to 1Bog. There the graphic examines how we Americans are rating our utility companies, our commitment to renewable/green energy sources, and solar versus grid usage. When at their site, you can also sign up for news from 1Bog, and also see what solar offers are available in your area.

As always, feel free to let me know your thoughts by commenting, to let me know if you agree with the information presented in the info-graphic. Enjoy, as it is quite useful info.

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Ready to go Solar?

Jul-7-2012 By Barbara Zak

Are you ready to go solar, at your home or business? You may have noticed, that I have spoken about the benefits of solar power on several occasions. Most recently, I posted about  Facts on Who Goes Solar?  The choice to go with solar powered electricity  these days just makes sense.

English: On 140 acres of unused land on Nellis...

English: On 140 acres of unused land on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., 70,000 solar panels are part of a solar photovoltaic array that will generate 15 megawatts of solar power for the base. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

For most of us, the decision to invest in solar powered electricity, is made primarily to help the wallet of the purchaser. Interestingly, most purchasers of solar systems are middle of the road income earners, who are both liberal and conservative. They care more about jobs, than they do about the environment, and they regard their decision to purchase a solar system, basically as a wise and sound financial investment.

The good news is, most solar systems can be paid off in as little as five years. Depending on the cost of electricity in your area, they give you a good return on your investment, especially after they are paid for.  Just imagine, NO more power bills.

Solar powered electricity, is a great way to take care of your home energy needs. Local contractors  in your area, have been offering sun-powered options since the early 2000’s, to help promote a cleaner environment, and offer customers lower energy bills.  Solar energy is renewable clean energy, that is the wave of the future. It’s a great way especially for those living in naturally sunny areas, to reduce their dependence on traditional electricity, while saving money in these challenging economic and uncertain ecological times.

These days, finding new ways to make use of renewable energy resources, is one of the best choices most Americans can make.  At a time when the economy is at an extraordinarily fragile point, and many home and small business owners are struggling to make ends meet, investing in solar powered electricity is a wise economic choice.  It also helps reduce our dependence upon less abundant and more costly forms of energy, by keeping our environment intact and in good shape for future generations.

Electric Solar contractors, are making it more affordable and more rewarding than ever before, to bring solar energy to your home or business.  Many are offering convenient financing options, some are even including zero down financing.  In addition, it’s time for both home and business owners, to take advantage of and maximize on government incentives, that have been created to help encourage the use of this natural energy source. Most solar purchases and installations, qualify for at least a 33% reduction in the cost, due to the government incentives and tax credits currently being offered.

Like I said earlier,  it just makes sense, for the average person to reap the benefits of going solar now, especially at 1/3 the normal cost. This could be the best time for your wallet and for you, to consider going solar while working toward a better tomorrow!

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In Time for Hurricane Season

Jun-28-2012 By Barbara Zak

On the heels of Hurricane Debby, one small business is thinking BIG, and outside the box, when it comes to energy conservation, environmentalism, and disaster preparedness.  They are also saving big in kind, both on the financial and carbon footprint front. This innovative hybrid energy system recently deployed, as described below, They have also ensured that this is one tech-driven business, that is extremely well-prepared for the impending hurricane season.

Tropical Cyclone Wilma off Fiji

Tropical Cyclone Wilma off Fiji (Photo credit: NASA Goddard Photo and Video)

An Insightful Small Business Deploys an Extraordinary Hybrid Green Energy Sustainability/Disaster Recovery System with Huge Fiscal,and Environmental Impact.

Industry leading eTailer CableOrganizer.com’s innovative hybrid green energy system facilitates substantial utility cost savings, complete energy independence, mission-critical disaster recovery & sustainability, and excess energy ‘sell back’ revenue.  What a blessing for the people of the area.

Press Release

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, June 2012 – With its corporate headquarters  entrenched in a hurricane hot zone and in response to escalating electricity costs to run the company’s technology-driven operation,CableOrganizer.com (www.CableOrganizer.com), an industry-leading eTailer of electrical, telecom/datacom, home theater, cable and wire management products, has announced the successful deployment of its novel hybrid green sustainability/disaster recovery system. This, to make the company’s facility more energy efficient, environmentally friendly, and energy independent, with respect to utility pipeline down time related to hurricanes and other natural disasters, as well as unforeseen brown and black outs that are common in the region.

“We have been affected seriously by hurricanes in the past, and our city has frequent power shutdowns each year, both controlled and uncontrolled by our Florida Power & Light (FPL) utility,” notes Paul Holstein, co-founder and COO of CableOrganizer.com. “In addition, the cost to power our electronics-dependent operation is ever-increasing. As such, we made an investment into a hybrid solar energy system that offers extraordinary operational and financial benefits both short and long term.”

I hope all is well in Fort Lauderdale, and Thank -You, for working hard for better tomorrows for everyone in your area.

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