Solar water heaters can lower energy bills and reduce emissions, but they're not right for every home. Here's what to know before deciding if one makes sense.

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Solar panels can save you money on your electricity bills, but how much do they cost, and are they worth the investment? Read below to know. The average solar panel price per watt in the US is $3.56, ...

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BOULDER, Colo., Sept. 14, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Real Goods Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq:RSOL), a leading residential solar energy integrator, today announced an agreement with Akeena Solar, Inc. d/b/a ...

A water heater is one of those home appliances that you don't think about until it stops working. However, a water heater can be a major energy eater, whether you're buying one for a new home or ...

Arizona's endless sunshine continues to make rooftop solar panels an enticing proposal for homeowners. Already, tens of thousands of Arizonans have installed panels to make electricity for them, and ...