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What it Global Warming?
Carbon dioxide and other gases warm the surface of the planet naturally by trapping solar heat in the atmosphere. This is a good thing because it keeps our planet habitable. However, by burning fossil fuels such as coal, gas and oil and clearing forests we have dramatically increased the amount of carbon dioxide in the Earth’s atmosphere and temperatures are rising. The vast majority of scientists agree that global warming is real, it’s already happening and ...
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How to save money and green your home?
Less than 1 % of homes currently on the market can be said to be green. But the tide is changing: all new builds are incorporating one form or another of green design. Green building, as we have come to call it, is the most significant area of growth in the last two years, post-recession. To qualify, these buildings follow a stringent certification process, the most popular for large buildings being LEED (leadership in environmental ...
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The Economics of a Solar Water Heater
Solar water heating systems usually cost more to purchase and install than conventional water heating systems. However, a solar water heater can usually save you money in the long run. How much money you save depends on the following: The amount of hot water you use Your system's performance Your geographic location and solar resource Available financing and incentives The cost of conventional fuels (natural gas, oil, and electricity) The cost of the fuel you use for your backup water heating system, ...
