Are you thinking about investing in a green energy system? You should do more research on green energies first. Start by reading this article.
You should learn more about different types of green energy. Solar power is very popular and is an ideal solution if you live in an area where you can always count on an excellent exposure to sun light. If you live near a lake, near an ocean or anywhere you can count on a constant wind of ten miles an hour or more, a wind turbine would be an excellent option. You should also consider getting a geothermal system if your home is located above a geothermal source or even build an entirely optimized home above a geothermal source for better results. Hydraulic power is also good option if there is a strong stream on your property.
Figure out how much your green energy system will cost you. You can cut down on the cost of your system by reducing the amount of energy you use, for instance by improving the insulation of your home or replacing your appliances with energy efficient ones. The cost of your system will depend on the product you choose and on the size of your system. Make sure your system is big enough to produce the amount of energy you need, even if this means spending more money on your green energy system. Do not forget to include the cost of installing your system and insuring it.
You should contact your financial institution to find out how much money you can borrow. The best way to finance your system is to make a loan big enough to cover the initial cost of getting a green energy system and plan on making monthly payments that correspond to what you would spend on your energy bills. You should also get in touch with your energy provider so you can sign up for a meter rollback program. Once you join one of these programs, the energy you produce with your system will be send to the main power grid and you will be able to use an equivalent quantity of energy or receive a check for the power you did not use.
If you are not ready to invest in a full scale green energy system, you should think about getting a small scale system. You could for instance power your water heater or another appliance with a couple of solar panels, a small wind turbine or a homemade hydraulic system. These smaller systems will help you reduce your energy bill and should be paid off within the next five years. If you cannot afford to invest in your own green energy system, contact your energy provider to see if you can purchase green energy from them.
If you think you are ready to invest in a green energy system, you should start looking for local vendors and comparing products. Do not hesitate to wait a few years to see if new more efficient and affordable products become available on the market.