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Why go solar?

Going solar is a smart move for your wallet and the planet. Not only can solar panels slash your electricity bills significantly, but they also offer a strong return on investment. The average solar payback period is between 6 to 10 years, depending on factors like electricity costs and incentives. Once the payback period is over, homeowners start saving money on their electricity bills, which can add up to tens of thousands of dollars over the system’s lifespan. Additionally, solar energy is a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels, producing no emissions during operation.

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How to pick a solar installer for your home

When considering getting solar installed on your house, online platforms can simplify the process and help you save time and money. By providing property details, you can receive multiple customized quotes from local solar installers. You can then use other online tools to research and narrow down your choice to a company that best suits your needs.

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Prepare for Flooding: Climate Change’s Growing Threat

Flooding is happening more often in a world of ever increasing extreme weather.  How can we best prepare ourselves to survive and thrive? Read more to learn about what to do before, during and after an extreme flooding event that is supercharged by climate change.

Surviving Beryl

Hurricane Beryl, a Category 1 storm, struck Houston after the Fourth of July, causing severe damage due to high winds and fallen trees which disrupted the power grid, leading to widespread blackouts. The event highlighted the need for thorough preparation for climate change-induced disasters, and revealed both successes and failures of The Climate Advisor’s emergency plans. See what lessons were learned…

Climate Victory Garden – Year 5!

Another year of challenges gardening in a changing climate. New this year, starting seedlings early indoors to beat the heat, more drip irrigation, ancient Ollas for watering, spacing out plants more, and plenty of what not to do’s. Always a learning experience.

A simple insulation project to save money (and help the planet)

Good insulation can save you money by reducing energy costs AND help protect the climate by reducing CO2 emissions. This DIY project requires basic tools like spray foam and caulk. Older homes are usually pretty drafty, which makes them less energy efficient, so this project reduces drafts and is something nearly anyone can do!

What’s Hot in Climate Change, Summer of 2024

This “What’s Hot” post reviews recent significant climate change updates, covering underestimated Greenland ice loss, unprecedented Atlantic ocean temperatures, and predictions of an above-normal 2024 hurricane season. It highlights potential impacts, key podcasts discussing climate migration and adaptation, and offers advice on personal actions to adapt to climate change.