Senator Diane Feinstein recognizes the efforts of SolarDay.

 

 

The website for the third annual SolarDay (www.solarday.com) which will be held in the U.S., Canada and England on Saturday, June 18 includes practical information about solar energy (both solar electricity and solar hot water) and energy conservation for your home or business.

 

Here are some expert tips on saving energy for one of the biggest energy hogs in your home or office: the hot water heater.  Though there is an up-front cost to installing a solar hot water heating system in your home or business, it will save you a bundle on your utility bills over the life of the system and they tend to be basically maintenance-free for many years.   Also, many utilities have rebate programs to help pay for solar hot water systems. Since rebates vary by city and state, check with your local utility about their current, solar hot water systems rebates.

 

 

 

It’s easy. 

 

One good way to find out is to figure out home much energy you are using – and just as importantly, losing.

 

When auditing your home, keep a checklist of areas you have inspected and problems you found. This list will help you prioritize your energy efficiency upgrades.