Some of the home improvements you can make and save money through the Inflation Reduction Act
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The House passes the Inflation Reduction Act
A quick summary of the historic Inflation Reduction Act that the US House has passed this week.
Expanding our solar panels
We were fortunate to escape the Texas heat and drought for a month. Our electricity needs were minimal, with the house AC set to 78° F (25.5°C). Even with only the AC running, our solar production was eclipsed by running the AC through the night. This is due to high night time temperatures. The currentContinue reading “Expanding our solar panels”
Update1: How would you build a sustainable, affordable house?
Update #1 on how to build a sustainable, affordable house. Lots of changes to rooms and exterior elements to reduce cost.
SunPower Texas Solar Panels – 3 Month Review
I review our SunPower solar panels after 3 months of use. Original article on Cleantechnica.
How would you build a sustainable, affordable house?
If you had to build a sustainable, affordable, good looking house, how would you build it? What would you ask for? The options are mind boggling. We detail some of the things we are looking for in such a house.
Solar panels vs electric vehicles, which saves more carbon dioxide?
If you had to choose between solar panels and a Model 3 for greater CO2 savings, which would you choose first? The answer for most people is solar panels, unless you drive a lot or get a good price on an EV. Details from our own experience follow.
Reduce High Energy Costs With Solar Power
How a new solar panel system is saving us money versus grid electricity and natural gas
Tesla recorded $18 billion in Q1 revenue
Tesla had a record breaking 1st quarter. If we used Tesla’s revenue to buy solar panels, how much electricity could we produce? A lot, yet a drop in the bucket.
Solar panels lead to fossil fuel demand destruction
One month of solar panels has a large impact on reducing demand for coal, natural gas, and reducing carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.