http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-energy-blog.html Welcome to our Go Green Solar Energy Blog which lets you know about the newest articles, visitor contributions and affordable solar energy resources added to our site. en-us solar energy Sat, 05 Jan 2013 01:02:17 GMT Sat, 05 Jan 2013 01:02:17 GMT go-green-solar-energy.com c9106f7920cc1a176da90e13cbbef773 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-hand-crank-emergency-gadgets.html We talk all about solar here, but we also embrace the idea of a renewable energy source that isn’t always discussed as much as it could be and that is Thu, 13 Dec 2012 21:19:38 GMT 8d400ca0e9f07b59f1950caac29e619d http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/sustainable-living-in-the-greenhouse.html With depleting energy resources the world over, it’s important that each country tries in some way to do their part. From recycling initiatives to hybrid Thu, 13 Dec 2012 20:58:09 GMT ba099b22a41d1b57d7d94fe6ddc36762 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/ecofriendly-farming.html With global warming and climate change becoming an increasingly bigger concern, everyone needs to pull together to do their bit to reduce their carbon Thu, 13 Dec 2012 20:57:10 GMT c12d3ac5aafcad00842790a2e49796ab http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/beginners-guide-to-science-understanding-solar-cells.html Solar cells, or ‘photovoltaic’ cells are electrical devices that directly convert light energy into electricity. Solar cells are a form of photoelectric Thu, 13 Dec 2012 20:55:10 GMT 2eb7d3303ab928eb2e7c2a45abc931f4 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-ear-affordable-hearing-aids.html Hearing aids are expensive and are not often covered by insurance, so there are millions of people throughout the world simply going without them. The Wed, 29 Aug 2012 15:03:25 GMT 73da1220191af5511cda3cca3ab7ab73 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/advantages-of-solar-energy.html Learn about the advantages of solar energy systems and why you can't afford to not consider using solar power. Mon, 27 Aug 2012 23:29:52 GMT 8ced3e4f4ab1e192c0fbc48f599cf782 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/electricity-produced-by-kicking-a-soccer-ball.html Who knew that a soccer ball could be outfitted as a portable device capable of generating enough energy to produce electricity, charge a cell phone, or Mon, 27 Aug 2012 20:57:22 GMT 8e134b5a825cc24573bf9d9d3a4477bd http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/making-fuel-from-coffee-grounds.html Your morning coffee gets you going in the morning by infusing your body with caffeine, but coffee could soon be fueling your vehicle too! Countries like Fri, 24 Aug 2012 21:26:37 GMT 5299fd0abff77ff83ceb92a742bf5562 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/the-future-looks-bright-the-future-is-solar.html In the UN Environmental Program’s fifth edition of its Global Environmental Outlook, published at the end of June, a dramatic but highly realistic statement Thu, 23 Aug 2012 17:40:11 GMT aec248f154abcfe5e2581967f013ca34 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/seven-emergency-solar-gadgets-to-help-you-through-your-next-power-outage.html The very nature of an emergency means you are potentially in a situation without the creature comforts you’re used to, which could possibly include electricity Wed, 22 Aug 2012 16:54:21 GMT 32120e3aa24bbfbb1b772a71915a45b6 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/the-fridge-lady-emily-cummins.html She has lovingly been dubbed “The Fridge Lady” by the people of Namibia, Africa because she was the one who brought them a solar refrigerator that works Sat, 18 Aug 2012 02:10:06 GMT 054f8993ce2b0998e20df3c9c6e463af http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/what-is-solar-energy.html What is solar energy and how does it work? Learn how energy released from the sun in the form of thermal (heat) and light energy can recharge your batteries, power your appliances and even your home. Mon, 13 Aug 2012 18:13:00 GMT c0670651ec7b29b5f883d414348dcf46 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-clothing.html Solar clothing promises to be the next big hit both in the fashion industry and in the area of new and innovative solar technologies. It's a fun way to combine looking great and powering up your favorite solar gadgets! Tue, 31 Jul 2012 08:30:35 GMT 8d5bf429fc52bdff5657c8fe0f26531b http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-energy-in-the-turkish-market.html I am a businessman that owns a recycling company that researches and implements green energy applications. Solar energy and its applications (gadgets) Mon, 30 Jul 2012 21:11:37 GMT 4e3a025ffbc24cbb3bbac102a44d32a0 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/tips-for-saving-money-and-showing-the-environment-a-lil-love.html We've all heard the phrase going green at some point in the last few years; whether it's on a billboard, radio station, in a magazine, reading a blog, Mon, 30 Jul 2012 21:05:35 GMT 8f1b47da43ba837a83a868ef4014320b http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-cookers.html Solar cookers offer a wide range of capabilities even beyond cooking a few healthy meals each day. A solar powered oven is a safe and simple way to cook without heating up the kitchen or using non-renewable energy sources. Mon, 30 Jul 2012 09:00:04 GMT 748f78ce12eb07208c55e218ea5332a5 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-energy-for-homes.html Solar energy for homes is becoming more and more popular as awareness of how fossil fuels are adversely affecting our health and our environment. Learn how you can solar power your home affordably. Mon, 30 Jul 2012 08:50:41 GMT 462bc2e2946b85efe18c479a96e64bbc http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-energy-for-kids.html We've created this special page about solar energy for kids in hopes we can answer some questions you might have about solar power and renewable energy. Perhaps you will even find some helpful tips on how you can help your family go green! Sun, 29 Jul 2012 05:46:35 GMT 9536a7734c91e3b500c64873701eb64b http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-energy-courses.html Solar energy courses are quickly becoming a valuable part of college curriculums and professional training course offerings. The booming renewable energy market has provided a demand for trained professionals in all areas of renewable energy, including solar, geothermal, wind, water, and biothermal. Thu, 26 Jul 2012 07:00:44 GMT fdc64e5f4b9470e75ff9e5a88d858cd0 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/20-tips-for-conserving-water-and-saving-money.html Water is one of the earth's most precious resources. It's one that we should strive to conserve whenever possible! We've provided 20 ways you can conserve Wed, 25 Jul 2012 22:23:16 GMT cbede7b2bf944f60a9dacd71acdf9b35 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-energy-education.html Solar energy education is growing throughout every country and around the world. These are some of the different types of solar energy training and solar instructor opportunities available today. Tue, 24 Jul 2012 09:06:52 GMT 6e84a3bfaec49032e56c13833a8a3714 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-energy-facts.html This article will cover some of the most important solar energy facts you should be aware of when learning about this incredibly promising power source. Mon, 23 Jul 2012 07:15:28 GMT b16c4ffd7d4f4b580b783faeea3384e2 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-powered-air-conditioner.html These are some helpful tips you may not know about that will make you solar powered air conditioner more affordable. Sun, 22 Jul 2012 08:29:20 GMT c6a4b1ec856dce736aa0b8000ff2cff5 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-light-in-the-midst-of-disaster-by-luminaid.html LuminAID, the very first inflatable light powered by solar energy, was created by Andrea Sreshta and Anna Stork in response to the disastrous earthquake Fri, 20 Jul 2012 13:57:31 GMT 3d0a2c5e3ff3b6116edfac6b725af7d8 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-refrigerators-save-lives.html The concept of a solar refrigerator is quite interesting if you think about the fact that by using the hot sun's energy, a solar refrigerator will stay Thu, 19 Jul 2012 22:42:45 GMT 51b093d9d6b27fc62dc38b718f85a314 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/quetsol-in-guatemala-brings-light-to-rural-homes.html Light is something most people take for granted because it's something to which they have access. In Guatemala however, there are as many as 500,000 homes Thu, 19 Jul 2012 22:33:20 GMT 787a9048150f348ec13e542993455aaf http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-bird-bath-heater.html Discover the benefits of using a solar bird bath heater, and what are some of the best choices for solar bird heaters that will keep your feathered friends warm all year round. Thu, 19 Jul 2012 05:23:38 GMT 26856a985d09778821688587ea2a7869 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/need-help-to-install-solar-air-conditioners.html I have a small hotel in the Caribbean and I have bought solar air conditioners to cool my rooms but now that I have them I need help installing them there Wed, 18 Jul 2012 16:04:05 GMT beae0bb8aac011a2264732ae691a1a96 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/inspiration.html Divine Soul Banhskar(Indian way of respectful way of greeting) It is hearfilling to note your inspiration and your doing for general cuase is well godly. Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:22:53 GMT 6afe2e9a79e15fea0d793a3b5808de1e http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/type-of-renewable-energy.html One of the greatest advantages of solar power, one type of renewable energy, is that it can be captured literally anywhere on the globe. Wed, 18 Jul 2012 06:50:41 GMT c085768723d9310792819d3bd9f9d6a2 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/solar-pool-covers.html Solar pool covers are used to reduce the amount of heat lost from pool water, reduce evaporation of pool water, and reduce the need for frequent chemical additions to water. Tue, 17 Jul 2012 10:50:22 GMT 3bc1848a11ab393e2f4d28cd77e35dd8 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/renewable-energy-grants.html Homeowners, farmers, and businesses are all potentially eligible for renewable energy grants from the government. Learn how to apply, what information to prepare and how to maximize your chances of getting a renewable energy grant. Sun, 15 Jul 2012 06:37:44 GMT 228fb047ffa93778008cc2a3263c3afe http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/build-a-solar-cell.html Did you know that you could learn how to build a solar cell right in your own kitchen? It takes but a few simple supplies and tools to make as many solar cells as you need to create the solar power you desire. It's also easy to turn several solar cells into a solar panel, providing even more solar power for your home. Sat, 14 Jul 2012 12:04:04 GMT d62b94be963435648b39b9fda80e0a1b http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/environmental-benefits-of-composting-improving-the-soil-naturally.html Composting is an excellent way to create nutrient-rich soil for your garden or flowerbed, but it's also a natural way to benefit the environment. Did Fri, 13 Jul 2012 15:42:27 GMT 8e43391daf31be7e4d4eabb1fa3daf11 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/build-a-solar-pool-heater.html The time and money it takes to build a solar pool heater on your own is a fraction of what it would cost to purchase one. Here is what you need to know about DIY solar pool heating. Thu, 12 Jul 2012 09:58:53 GMT 653c838f6cf5d0d85b8acad631c2ed1b http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/cost-of-wind-energy.html There is a growing interest lately in the cost of wind energy compared to standard on-the-grid power. Global climate change, along with an increased awareness and concern for the environment, has brought the topic of harnessing the power of the wind into the mainstream. Wed, 11 Jul 2012 07:43:21 GMT aa797909fc9c8ae268a32ceebee7683d http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/definitionofrenewableenergy.html The definition of renewable energy does not just include wind, solar, water and geothermal energy sources. There are some exciting new possibilities for harnessing a new and little known form of renewable energy that is already in abundant supply in our world. Tue, 10 Jul 2012 05:28:45 GMT 6134fd5358c770c8befe0c9f2d42c344 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/disadvantages-of-solar-power.html Now let's take a look at some of the common disadvantages of solar power and the ownership of a solar collection system. First, and obviously the most important, can be the cost. Sun, 08 Jul 2012 10:36:32 GMT fb8d80702438786232c7d84d8bf169cd http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/definition-of-renewable-energy.html Learn the definition of renewable energy, the different sources of renewable energy and one type of renewable energy that may suprise you! Sat, 07 Jul 2012 09:30:32 GMT aeb96e95268f50023cd29dfa75214225 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/concentrated-solar.html Concentrated solar power or CSP systems are used primarily for commercial applications and have been used for more than 30 years, however they do have some drawbacks. Thu, 05 Jul 2012 11:39:49 GMT 3f529545720a95c937eaf209c7024976 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/diy-solar-panels.html DIY solar panels are quickly becoming a viable alternative to skyrocketing energy costs. Learn what is involved in building a solar panel and whether you want to consider this as an affordable solar energy option. Wed, 04 Jul 2012 11:24:59 GMT 64268b981e24cc1b18970eff8d4450bf http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/disadvantages-of-wind-power.html The disadvantages of wind power can seem daunting to those of us who are just beginning to research and learn about using wind as an alternative renewable energy source. Don't let these challenges stand in the way of considering wind as an alternative energy source! Tue, 03 Jul 2012 07:50:29 GMT 6a29472a637a4c6206fcecae0bfeafbc http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/diy-solar-power.html Are you considering the purchase of a diy solar power system? Solar power systems are available from reputable retailers, but there are several things to consider prior to making an investment in diy solar energy. Mon, 02 Jul 2012 12:02:07 GMT 80d51d22b983d43b91a7b1f3f04f1392 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/diy-wind-power.html DIY wind power projects can be time consuming, but are well worth the effort and time invested into them, especially once the wind begins to blow and you're generating electricity to power your home. These are some of the steps involved to creating your own home made wind power! Sun, 01 Jul 2012 12:26:38 GMT f352192bb4ed58e15ba36a1c7ef8f09b http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/diy-solar-water-heater.html Tips for creating your own DIY solar water heater, including how much does it cost, which type of heater is easiest to build, what are the drawbacks to building your own. Sat, 30 Jun 2012 12:01:22 GMT d48f0d92ceec980fb7efedd1622d725a http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/energy-tax-credit.html Taking advantage of any energy tax credit available in your state or country is a great way to save money and benefit the environment at the same time. Thu, 28 Jun 2012 12:36:51 GMT 835f1232821180b0c042eeca57cfea07 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/12-volt-solar-power.html The 12 volt solar power panels are very popular and very portable. Wed, 27 Jun 2012 10:15:54 GMT 69466b41d3b3de13f368cd95d5f27a18 http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/advantages-of-geothermal-energy.html What are the advantages of geothermal energy? The benefits of harnessing and using this form of renewable energy are quite impressive and should definitely be considered by any homeowner looking to reduce energy costs in an environmentally friendly manner. Tue, 26 Jun 2012 10:38:58 GMT 64c934da5d893e5da3a91fbd5b7e3a2d http://www.go-green-solar-energy.com/advantageofrenewableenergy.html The advantage of renewable energy sources such as solar power, wind energy, geothermal and hydropower and some of the challenges involved in using them. Mon, 25 Jun 2012 10:30:42 GMT