Solar power is what most people think of when they hear 'clean energy'.
There are several grants and tax-incentives available for solar power and the industry has seen the largest investments within the clean energy industry.
One interesting technology is solar-powered shingles for your house. Although these cost more than typical solar panels, they can also save money because they eliminate the need for traditional shingles when re-doing a roof.
Solar power is virtually free to operate and the only major cost is the initial expense of the equipment.
Many people find, though, that the initial expense is prohibitive and less cost effective than other options without financing. Usually, the most viable forms of solar technology are passive solar design and solar water heaters. Regardless, tax incentives, grants and financing can make even the most expensive solar array affordable. We can help you through this process and teach you how to pay for it without exorbitant up-front costs.
For more information about solar power, visit the solar power site at the U.S. Department of Energy.
Another great website: PVWatts from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory will help you calculate potential savings from solar power.