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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. Reading time: 6 minutes

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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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What’s Hot In Climate Change, Spring 2020

Banks waking up to fossil fuel risks; the five pillars of climate change denial; disappearing glaciers cause drought for millions worldwide; and more.

What’s Hot in Climate Change, June 2017

Welcome back to What’s Hot in Climate Change!  We start out with concerning new research that shows the planet may cross the 1.5C threshold of warming within 15 years.  The 1.5C threshold is what the Paris Climate Talks identified as an important goal to hold global warming under.  One result of global warming is sea level rise.  A recent study of US population displacement shows us that sea level rise is not just a coastal problem, but a problem for those places where the people displaced from the coasts will end up. If all this concerns you, there are plenty of… Read More »What’s Hot in Climate Change, June 2017