Many homeowners are interested in creating their energy. Clean energy alternatives, including reduced utility bills and a more reliable electricity source, can benefit homeowners.
Why Renewable and Why Now?
Savings on residential renewable energy are one of the most significant benefits. Solar energy has become increasingly affordable for homeowners who want to reduce their carbon footprint.
Solar power allows homeowners to lower their utility bills over time and lock in savings. The Inflation Reduction Act also offers tax breaks to homeowners who install cleaner, better energy solutions, such as solar panels, battery storage, and EV chargers. Many states also provide incentives, making the switch even more affordable.
Moving to renewable energy is a great way to increase reliability, especially as extreme weather events are becoming more common. Californians and Texans are well aware of the unpredictable nature of an old power grid. Solar power is more reliable than other renewable energy sources and can be paired with a battery for peace of mind in power outages.
Renewable energy is also better for the environment. Solar panels harness the power of the sun to produce electricity. It reduces your dependence on non-renewable sources of energy like coal and gas, which are significant contributors to the greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change.
What is the best option for renewable energy?
How can you decide which renewable energy is best for your home? Here’s how it works:
Solar energy is one of the best-known options for clean energy. High-performance solar systems require little maintenance and cost less. Most homeowners see a return in a few short years.
Solar panels can be easily installed and sized to provide the amount of energy your home needs. Solar energy is the most reliable form of power available today when combined with solar batteries.
Wind power is another alternative energy source. Wind turbines are capable of generating enough electricity to run an entire house. Installing a windmill in a residential neighborhood can be impractical for many homeowners. This is due to the height of the machine and local rules. Due to this, most wind energy is purchased through your local utility. Those who want greater control over energy production and consumption may avoid this alternative. MySunPower, a mobile app that uses solar technology to monitor how much energy the SunPower system produces at any time, allows homeowners to do this. They can then decide when to conserve electricity to keep their utility costs low.
For years, geothermal energy has been a popular residential renewable energy source. Geothermal systems harness the earth’s heat to produce electricity and heat homes. The earth’s heat, like the sun, is an unrenewable fuel source. Through a network of underground pipes, geothermal heat pumps (GHPs) exchange heat in the summer from the air with cooler temperatures below the ground. In winter, when the atmosphere in a home may be more relaxed than the temperature underground, the GHP concentrates heat circulating through the heat pump pipes and transfers it to the house.
Heat pumps are becoming more popular among homeowners since the Inflation Reduction Act was passed. There are rebates available to those who choose this environmentally friendly option.
You have options when it comes to creating your clean energy. Renewable energy is the best way to reduce your carbon footprint, decrease dependence on fossil fuels, and save money.
SunPower is available to answer all your questions regarding solar. Contact us for more information.