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7 myths about solar panels in the UK and the truth behind them
3 months, 3 weeks ago

7 myths about solar panels in the UK and the truth behind them

The Independent  

They don’t work when the sun isn’t shining Solar panels are most efficient on sunny days, particularly around noon, when the sun is at its highest point and clear skies provide vast amounts of daylight, but they are still able to generate electricity when the weather is cold or even cloudy during the winter months. You need planning permission Unlike …

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Solar panels: Should you buy them? Rent them? Pass?
1 year, 4 months ago

Solar panels: Should you buy them? Rent them? Pass?

LA Times  

Figuring out whether rooftop solar would work for your home has always been complicated, involving factors like the size and shape of your roof and the monthly amount you pay for electricity — not just now, but for the coming 20 to 30 years. The California Public Utilities Commission, which ordered the change, said the previous “net metering” fees had …

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How to best protect your home from extreme winter storm conditions
2 years, 11 months ago

How to best protect your home from extreme winter storm conditions

NPR  

How to best protect your home from extreme winter storm conditions Enlarge this image toggle caption Jeff Dean/NPR Jeff Dean/NPR If you've recently bought your first home, you may be wondering about the best way to take care of your new investment during extreme winter weather. Sponsor Message "You're going to want to stop that cold air from getting to …

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Going solar? Here are some things to think about
3 years, 4 months ago

Going solar? Here are some things to think about

Dutch News  

Some one million households in the Netherlands now have solar panels on their roof and solar energy is an increasingly important part of the Dutch energy mix. Solar panels need more than a roof You also need to have a suitable location for the transformer – the equipment does not like to get too hot, for example. Financial help Cheap …

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Going solar? Here are some things to think about
3 years, 4 months ago

Going solar? Here are some things to think about

Dutch News  

Some one million households in the Netherlands now have solar panels on their roof and solar energy is an increasingly important part of the Dutch energy mix. Solar panels need more than a roof You also need to have a suitable location for the transformer – the equipment does not like to get too hot, for example. Financial help Cheap …

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