Sustainable New Year’s Resolutions from the Experts in Home Solar

The new year is the perfect time to begin adopting new habits as you venture on your journey of greater sustainability in 2019. At Cool Blew Solar, we believe that sustainable actions, regardless of the size, can make a tremendous impact over time. Here are a few to consider:

Eat More Locally

Choosing locally-sourced foods can reduce your carbon footprint while supporting nearby farmers. Consider shopping at your local farmers’ market or join a community-supported agriculture (CSA) group. And why not get your hands dirty and grow your own vegetable garden. It’s a great way to get the whole family involved with a sustainable action.

Use Reusable Bags

How many plastic bags do you come home with every time you go grocery shopping? If you’re like most, you have a large stash of them filling up space in your kitchen. Reusable bags are far more sustainable than plastic bags. In 2019, resolve yourself to remember to keep a handful of reusable bags in the car and use them every time you shop. Not only will you be helping to save the planet, you’ll free up some valuable space in a kitchen drawer, too.

Line-Dry Laundry

Nearly five percent of your household’s energy consumption is from the dryer, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Here, in the Phoenix area, clothes dry incredibly fast outside, especially in the warm weather months. Set up a few racks outside, and you’ll probably be amazed at the efficiency of line drying.

Consider a Home Solar Power System

A new home solar power system can reduce or even eliminate your monthly electric bill and enable you to dramatically increase your sustainability. And because systems can run problem-free for decades, your commitment to the environment will keep on giving for many years to come.

From the entire team at Cool Blew Solar, have a safe and enjoyable New Year.

FAQ's

Is Solar Energy Expensive?

The size of your panel installation and the needs of your home will affect your costs. The average net cost of a 5.69kW system is $13,838 cash after 30% rebate (according to solar-estimate.org). An average-sized system can cost up to $35,000. Larger installations will require more hardware, planning and construction time. This can further increase costs. While solar panels are expensive, they have many distinct benefits. Cool Blew Electric & Solar’s experts can assess your situation and goals and recommend a cost-effective system to meet your needs.

How Much Can I Save By Installing Solar Panels?

An average-sized system (5 kilowatts) can reduce up to 50% of your monthly electricity bill. A 5.69kW system would offset 100% of your energy usage if your typical monthly bill is $138. Over a period of 20 years, these savings can add up to $30,000, based on your location and energy usage.

How Long Would It Take to Recoup My Solar Investment by Solar Energy Savings?

With a 5.69kW Solar system you would recoup your savings in 7 years and 2 months but with continuous Utility increases every year your Return and Investment will be much sooner.

What is a Solar Lease Program?

The Solar Lease Program has been one the most popular option that homeowners have chosen over the years. Solar Lease programs gives homeowners the opportunity to take advantage and put Solar on their homes and a guaranteed savings from their Utility for little to no money out of pocket. Most Leases are 20 year power guarantee from the solar provider and includes fixed monthly payments, no repair cost, fully insured and warrantied for the life of the system.

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