Heating
water is the single most costly energy expenditure for American
households, but solar water-heating can come to the rescue, even in the
gloomiest of climates. A couple in rainy Seattle recently
installed an active solar water heater in their home, and they have yet
to see it fail to provide hot water, even at the end of a cloudy day.
They also installed energy efficient appliances and a full solar
electric system. Their electric bill has now dropped to about $5 a
month. The value of their home has also increased since everyone knows
energy costs will continue to rise.
Source: Co-op America’s RealMoney Journal May/June 2006
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