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Wow, I saw this on the BBC web site, and thought I’d share it…

Screen shot 2010 07 18 at 12.59.19 AM 500x308 Nearly 2 Billion Dollars for Two Solar Energy Projects!

This BBC article discusses how the not only this initiative will provide jobs, but it will provide energy from the sun to power over 70,000 homes WHILE cutting carbon dioxide emissions.

Good news!

If you’re thinking solar, or renewable energy, be sure to give us a call at (239) 574-1500, or visit our Web Site at: www.FafcoSolar.com.

Enjoy!

- Dan

Hands Across the Sand – Tomorrow at Noon!

Posted by Dan On June 25th

As the oil leak continues to threaten our beaches, marine life, waterways, coastlines and the related people & businesses…

Hands Across the Sand Hands Across the Sand   Tomorrow at Noon!

Many are participating in the national Hands Across the Sand event which will be here tomorrow, June 26th at noon.

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EarthPolicy.org recently posted an article about “Offshore Wind, NOT Offshore Oil”…

offshore wind power Renewable Energy   Offshore Wind, NOT Offshore Oil

…and I thought based on our previous posts “Buying Eight Track Tapes in an iPad World”, this would be a great follow-up for you to read.

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In my readings, I found this and thought…

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…you might find it interesting as well.

It’s the New York Times Concise History of Major Oil Spills, and includes:

  • The most vivid examples of risks in both oil shipping & offshore drilling,
  • Photos of the damages spills have caused, and
  • Photos of the cleanup efforts of those spills.

What do you think of this?

- Dan

As I was reading an article in Solar Today Magazine (May 2010) about how…

Desalination via Solar Energy Can Solar Energy Clean Up the Gulf Oil Spill?

…Spain used a solar distiller to break down sea water into drinking water, and the thought came to me:

Can Solar Energy Clean Up the Gulf Oil Spill?

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Keep your eyes on Top Ten USA!

Posted by Dan On May 4th

If you’re looking for THE BEST energy efficiency products, here’s a new web site to keep your eyes on…

Screen shot 2010 05 06 at 9.13.30 AM 445x350 Keep your eyes on Top Ten USA!

www.toptenusa.org.

Their mission is to help residential and commercial users find and purchase the most energy efficient products in the U.S. marketplace.

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How Do I Power My Home From the Sun?

Posted by Dan On April 7th

As renewable and solar energy continue to gain global awareness…

Solar Electric Photovoltaic Systems How Do I Power My Home From the Sun?

…one of the most common questions people have is:

“How Do I Power My Home From the Sun?”

The answer is with a Solar Electric Photovoltaic System.

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3 Ways to Properly Dispose of Old Electronics

Posted by Dan On March 26th

If you’re looking to do as little harm to our environment as possible…

junkyard01 3 Ways to Properly Dispose of Old Electronics

…here are 3 Ways to Properly Dispose of Old Electronics:

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Calculate your electrical use & save!

Posted by Dan On February 16th

Have you ever thought about how much electricity you use, and…

Turn off the lights - electrical use.

…possibly reducing your usage?

Think about this:

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Hands Across The Sand in 5 Days!

Posted by Dan On February 8th

As I discussed in my previous post, Hands Across the Sand – An Interesting Event

Screen shot 2010 02 09 at 10.29.14 PM 300x276 Hands Across The Sand in 5 Days!

On February 13th, the citizens of Florida have a very interesting opportunity.

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