Rick Chapo

Concentrating Sunlight for Energy

One of the consistent problems with solar platforms has been the inefficient conversion of sunlight to electricity. New technology and strategies are dealing with this issue. Concentrate, Concentrate Traditional power generating plants work by usin... Read >

How To Get A Rebate for Going Solar In Tucson, Arizona

With all of its sunny days, going solar makes sense if you live in Arizona. Even better, one utility company will give you rebates for installing solar panels on your home. How To Get A Rebate for Going Solar In Arizona In 2001, the Sun Share Progr... Read >

How To Get A Rebate for Going Solar In California

California is the leading produce of solar electricity in the United States. One of the reasons for this is a rebate program second to none. How To Get A Rebate for Going Solar In California The solar rebate system in California comes under a progra... Read >

How To Get A Rebate for Using Alternative Energy in Illinois

Alternative Energy is all the rage after the State of the Union speech given by President Bush. If you live in Illinois, you should know there are already rebate programs available. How To Get A Rebate for Using Alternative Energy in Illinois Rebat... Read >

Get a Tax Credit for Using Renewable Energy in Oregon

Oregon has always been known as an environmentally conscious state. To this end, you can even get a tax credit for using renewable energy. Get a Tax Credit for Using Renewable Energy in Oregon Residents in Oregon can claim a Residential Energy Tax C... Read >

Solar Home Improvements and Tax Deductions

Going solar is all the rage these days with massive financial incentives fueling the fire. Here's a little trick to write off an additional part of your solar system purchase. Financing Your Solar Improvements Improving your home with a solar panel... Read >

Financing Residential Solar Power

Although competition is driving prices down, solar panel systems can require you departing with a chunk of change. Fortunately, the mortgage industry wants to talk to you. Financing Residential Solar Power If you are considering improving your home... Read >

Home Improving with Solar – The Important Concept of Gain

You've decided to pursue a solar home improvement, but aren't so keen on the idea of putting panels on your roof. No worries, you just need to understand the concept of gain. I Gotta Gain Some Heat I'll cut to the chase – gain refers to how you gen... Read >

Huff and Puff – Power Your Home with the Wind

The fastest growing alternative energy platform in the United States is the wind. No, I'm not blowing hot air. Cheap and Productive Manipulating the wind to generate electricity for your home is cheap, easy and very misunderstood. First, you don't ... Read >

Using the Sun to Power Your RV

Jumping in your RV and leaving the rat race for the weekend is an American tradition. Did you know you can provide power to your RV with the sun while getting away from it all? The Sun is Everywhere! One of the biggest misconceptions regarding solar... Read >

The Solar Decathlon

Every other year, the U.S. Energy Department holds a solar decathlon for teams from various universities around the world. The winning team receives a $100,000 grant over two years. A Contest of a Different Sort The solar decathlon is an interesting... Read >

President Bush Goes Solar

Environmentalists throughout the world are still in shock. Who would've every thought President Bush would push solar energy? The Initiative As you undoubtedly know by now, the President George Bush announced it was time to start weaning ourselves... Read >

Energy Department Kicks in $119 Million for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle Research

President Bush has indicated it is imperative to kick America's oil habit. In conjunction with this goal, the Department of Energy has just announced a $119 million dollar research initiative. Money for Research and Development Obviously, automobil... Read >

Solar Rebates

American's love rebates. Whether rebates are offered on computers, software, cars or whatever, we snatch them up. If your considering going solar, you'll be happy to hear rebates are available. Solar Rebates As most people know, a rebate is a give ... Read >

New York Green Building Initiative

As is occurring in many states, New York is trying to promote Green Building practices. The state is doing it by offering tax credits as financial incentives. New York Green Building Initiative The concept of green building isn't particularly old a... Read >