Solar Energy News
Planet 100 Presents: Is it Time to Solar the Sign?
Published December 29, 2010
The White House may have on its roof but across the country another of the world's iconic landmarks is perfectly positioned to harness the energy of the sun. Situated high in the Hollywood Hills, the Hollywood sign has been a cultural landmark since it's erection back in 1923. Now a group of environmentalists are hoping to light the sign using solar energy. Mike Bonifer of ...
15 green summer camps
Published December 29, 2010
When you send your kids off to spend a few hours or a few weeks away from home this summer, why not send them to a spot that will teach them how to live green and appreciate the planet while they have fun outside? We found 15 green summer camps across the country that boast solar power, green architecture, sustainable farms and organic gardens....
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...When solar panels are a better investment than stocks
Published December 29, 2010
If you live in New Jersey, own your own home, and have a spare $25,500 kicking around, the best investment you can make, dollar for dollar, could be a set of solar panels. Put that $25,500 in the stock market and you'll see a return on investment of around $43,000 over 15 years. If you take that same $25,500 and buy some solar panels for your house, you'll see $108,000 back as a return....
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