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Solar power is the conversion of sunlight into electricity. Sunlight can be converted directly into electricity using photovoltaics (PV), or indirectly with concentrating solar power (CSP).

One fundamental difference between renewable energy and non-renewable energy is that non-renewable resources are purchased as they are consumed, with renewable resources, you pay up front with installation costs.(1)

1. "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_power"

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History of Solar Power

Review the history of solar power from the Federal Government's Million Solar Roofs Initiative to the present Ten Million Solar Roofs Act. Photovoltaic installations have increased dramatically over the past decade while the cost of generating electricity with solar has gone down.

Renewable Energy by State

In this graphic look at the current state of renewable energy in America, you can see that while some states are taking the lead in green energy, a large portion of the country is still dragging their feet in adopting more environmentally friendly means of generating electricity.

Free Solar Power System: The Lowdown on Leasing Solar

Save money on energy bills, check, reduce carbon emissions, check, Install solar panels at no cost to you...check? Check out this guide to learn how a free solar system can save you thousands.

Guide to Understanding Solar Warranties

Solar Power is a relatively maintenance free home project that can save you thousands. Understanding the warranty for each component is key to a problem free experience with solar power.

5 Easy Steps to Maximize Solar Power Savings

Solar can save you thousands over the lifetime of the system. However solar comes with a very steep up front cost. Use these 5 easy steps to cut down the cost of installation.

Top 5 Misconceptions about Solar Power

There is a lot of information on solar, and not all of it is true. We are here to clear the air on some of the misconceptions about solar power. Check out our list of 5 myths surrounding solar.

Does Going Solar Make Sense For Your Home

Going Solar is a great solution to help reduce your carbon footprint and save on energy costs. This article provides a number of questions you should answer to determine if solar power is the right solution for you.

10 Things to Know Before Going Solar

Before you make the decision to go solar power for your home, there are a number of things to know. This article lets you know what to expect before and during the installation process.

Top 10 Solar Friendly States

If you are looking to go solar power, these 10 states make the decision the easiest. States were ranked according available rebates and incentives, energy policy, and days of sunshine.

How Photovoltaic Cells Work

Do you want the more scientific explanation of how PV cells generate electricity? Check out this page for an in-depth look at this topic.

Solar Power FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions)

Need to know what to expect on a solar power system? Need to know if you need a battery backup? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.

Solar Power Financing

Not sure how to pay for your solar power project? Need more information about financing options? Check out our Solar Power Financing page for more information.

Solar Power Terms

Need to get caught up on all the solar technology terms? Do you need to know what Net Metering is or what a Photovoltaic Panel is? Check out our solar terms page.
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