Customer Project
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Hawaii Public Radio Goes Solar With A Solar Sphere Off-Grid Kit
Don Mussell of Hawaii Public Radio was looking for a solution to a problem we -
More Happy Customer Compliments
Here’s another nice customer comment, for our solar lamp post lights: “Kriss, I’ve installed the -
Another Happy Customer: Dr. Dot Loves Her Solar Lamp!
We love hearing from our customers (even if its bad news) but we certainly have - More from Customer Project
Green Living
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The Benefits of Living Off the Grid
The benefits of living off the grid can be very rewarding for those who are -
New York City Approves Net Zero Energy and Water Building
A new building is going to showcase energy and water efficiency. The building will serve -
Customer Question: Heating With Solar
Q: I have a porch that was converted to a room off the left side of - More from Green Living
Solar Information
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Colorado’s Quest For Renewable Energy
As federal, state, and city officials adapt to changing economic conditions and energy costs, some -
The Benefits of Living Off the Grid
The benefits of living off the grid can be very rewarding for those who are -
Greening Your Business With Solar Panels: Is It Worth It?
Green businesses can’t just talk the talk, they have to lead by example. Many green - More from Solar Information
Solar Payoff
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Guest Post: Are Home Solar Panels Popular at Last?
If you’ve been paying attention to the rise of solar power the past few years, -
Check Out What One Homeowner Thinks of the Local Power Company
This story is a couple months old but had to post a picture that made -
Xcel Energy to Restart Solar Rewards Program
After intense negotiation with the Colorado Solar Energy Industry Association (COSEIA), Xcel Energy is restarting - More from Solar Payoff
Solar Products
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Hawaii Public Radio Goes Solar With A Solar Sphere Off-Grid Kit
Don Mussell of Hawaii Public Radio was looking for a solution to a problem we -
Another Happy Customer: Dr. Dot Loves Her Solar Lamp!
We love hearing from our customers (even if its bad news) but we certainly have -
Customer Compliment: Broken Light Leads to Happy Customer
Jerry ordered a solar lamp post light from us about a month ago. He excitedly - More from Solar Products
Wind Energy
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Philadelphia Eagles Stadium Goes Green(er)
We covered the story of the New York Jets going green a while back. They -
50% Renewable by 2020: US Military Goes Green(er)
Sometimes the military gets a bad rap. People don’t often associate the guys in green -
Off Shore Wind Is Finally Coming to the US
Now this is progress. We’ve heard about the horrible off-shore oil rig nightmare that is - More from Wind Energy
Other Recent Articles
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90% of Home Builds Will Include Green Technologies by 2016
About 80 million Americans are between the age of 20 and 34. Known as “Generation Y,” they are the largest generation in United States history. They are also the first generation that can expect to live in predominantly green homes. The industry organization McGraw-Hill Construction, in conjunction with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), [...]
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Thank you from Solar Sphere!
We are thankful for all of our wonderful customers! Enjoy your family this weekend and we look forward to serving your holiday needs in the coming weeks!
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Low Energy House Design
When considering how to create a low energy house there are several areas which need to be considered. Orientation In order to maximise the lowest possible energy demands it is important to recognise that the solar orientation is crucial .The prevailing climate, site layout, design and positioning of windows and room location need to be [...]
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Is it a Wise Time to Go Solar Yet?
For many of us, when we hear experts talk about the cost of solar power, our primary point of reference may be our own monthly electric bill. We look at our bill, divide the amount we’re paying by the amount of watts we’re using each month, and make the deduction that solar energy is still [...]
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Wind vs. Solar: Which makes more sense for your home?
Energy prices are climbing, and every day we hear more proof that coal and nuclear power plants pose a huge risk to human health and the environment. Many people are interested in ways that renewable energy can help them offset utility costs as well as reduce their carbon footprint on the planet, but the options [...]
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Spacewalker Scott Parazynski, anchored to a foot restraint on the end of Discovery’s boom, works to repair a damaged solar array on the International Space Station. During the 7-hour, 19-minute spacewalk, Parazynski cut a snagged wire and installed homemade stabilizers dubbed “cufflinks,” designed to strengthen the damaged solar array’s structure and stability in the vicinity of the damage.

