(Newswire.net - December 10,2012) As the long, cold winter season nears and fuel prices soar, cash-strapped consumers are again faced with cold reality that their ever increasing heating bills may put them close to financial brink as they attempt to balance their budgets while keeping the heat on, putting food on the table and placing Christmas gifts beneath the tree. But, according to one green home energy thought leader, Larry Akpa, executive editor of The Green Home Builder, a site dedicated to providing the latest information about green home building techniques and products to consumers, there is a simple solution that can drastically reduce utility bills and lower their impact on the environment: Home Solar.
Consumers are beginning to ask whether installing home solar panels really is a smart thing to do given the rising fuel costs throughout the world, and if the technology has advanced enough to power a whole house rather than simple devices like calculators, said Akpa. Given the current solar rebates available to most Americans, it is hard not to argue with making the change.
“Green home energy comes in a variety of forms, but solar is one of the most attractive because of its ease of installation, low maintenance and good return on investment,” Akpa said. “Studies show that for every $1 property owners invest in energy efficiency, they save $3 to $5 in the long run.”
In terms of energy efficiency, the typical American home uses 850kWh per month, while the typical off-grid solar-powered home uses just 180kWh per month. Essentially, because of new, green solar technology, a home is able to produce as much energy as it consumes, resulting in a net zero output.
According to Akpa, “Through green design we all have the opportunity to radically change the way we live for the better, and we can start to give back and live in harmony with the plant rather than being a world of consumers.”
Akpa's mission, which he brings to life through The Green Home Builder, is to educate homeowners about the value of green home building, how the technologies enhance lives and culture, and how when implemented, they actually benefit all of society.
“I’m a passionate advocate of sustainable architecture, and in creating The Green Home Builder, I want to establish a forum to help others connect and stay abreast with the latest news occurring within this truly life changing industry,” he said.
Through the site, Akpa provides the latest news, views and editorial updates about home solar systems, solar rebates and the solar industry.
In addition, through The Green Home Builder, Akpa provides the latest information about 2012 solar rebates for consumers seeking information about implementing solar systems into their home and businesses. Through a variety of solar rebates from the federal government and local programs, consumers may be eligible to receive up to 50 percent off of their purchase price with no money down.
“I remain committed to my mission of educating homeowners to the benefits of installing solar panels as a way to protect themselves from rising fuel costs, and believe The Green Home Builder has become the single source for the best, objective information available in the industry,” he said.
Helping consumers find rebates to install solar panels, and learn more about the products on the market is just one more way he’s helping make the world a bit more green.
For more information about solar panels, green home building and solar panel rebates, visit http://buildingagreenhome.co/home-solar-system-review/ .
For more information about solar rebates 2012, which are good throughout the United States, visit http://buildingagreenhome.co/energy-mindset-quiz/ .
About Larry Akpa of The Green Home Builder
Larry Akpa is the founder of The Green Home Builder, a site dedicated to providing the latest industry news to consumers about green building products and techniques, such as solar power and new technology. The site features articles about green home building, green home design, green home products and educational videos.
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