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Inspiring news comes to us today from Kuwait by way of REVE.com. According to their early May report, Kuwait is going into its second phase of implementing solar energy as a widespread–and hopefully widely used resource. REVE notes, “Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) and Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR) signed here on Sunday a contract to execute the second stage of the country’s solar energy project costing KD 1.5 million.”

The cost is high, but the hope is that the savings will be higher, and that the country’s overall interest in solar energy will continue to grow and thrive. This is particularly interesting news for a small burgeoning country, but especially one that is nestled in the oil-rich region of the Middle East. The fact that nations in this region–and indeed their governments are looking to solar and wind power is an amazing show of faith in these energy sources.

But it also tells us something else. Could it be that the people of the Middle East, in places like Kuwait, Jordan, Syria, and Saudi Arabia know something about the longevity of oil that we don’t know? If they are preparing for a future sans oil, shouldn’t we be too? And even if there is no shortage of oil, the fact that these groups so near to the supply are so ready to move on tells us a great deal about where global culture is when it comes to alternative energy sources: The time is now, and everyone knows it… or do we? That’s a sharp-edged question, but one that certainly deserves a response.

Here in the US, there are no real reasons why home owners should not invest in rooftop solar panels for their homes, but the enthusiasm and zest for solar energy should be like a fever that Americans can’t help but catch. So why is it not taking hold here like it has in Germany, Denmark, Switzerland, and even now parts of Africa and the oil-laden Middle East?

Food for thought, but it’s about time Americans begin to take solar energy seriously. It’s not alternative if it’s the only thing left–and really, how far away are we from that reality?

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Instead of this, install solar panels

Last week was Earth Day, and it’s always nice to see how everyone gets together on this green occasion to support one another in all our earth conscious goals. But it sure seems like everything goes back to “normal” the very next day. It’s not practical to hold hands and hug trees all day everyday, we understand that–but would it be too much to ask for all of us to invest in our own greening up–just a little bit?

Arizonans don’t have many excuses when it comes to getting Earthy. With all kinds of solar rebates and solar tax credits, it’s more affordable than ever to consider rooftop solar panels in Phoenix for your home. In fact, with the cost now at a record low for our area, even long term renters have incentive to think about a solar panel installation in Phoenix. The overall investment is minute, especially when compared to what it cost in the 1990s and before.

If you’re real about getting green and staying there, then you know by now that the most authentic way to do it (with the highest returns) is to use local businesses and local resources. This alone reduces your carbon footprint. So by using a local solar company in Mesa or Phoenix, by adding up your thousands of dollars in savings with solar tax credits and rebates from both the state and federal governments, and then tacking on the monthly savings in utilities, the question moves from one about Earth friendliness to family and budget friendliness. In short, unless you don’t like the planet or saving money, installing solar panels in Phoenix is probably a good choice for you!

So make everyday Earth Day if you live in Arizona and happen to be blessed by so much sun. It’s good for everyone and everything involved. What do you have to lose? We recently blogged that the majority of Americans have massively overestimated the cost of solar panels because they’ve been misinformed. If you don’t know, ask us! Adair Solar Company in Mesa is here to help you with all your solar needs! For a free in-home consultation, dial (480) 827-1162.

Solar panels get cheaper and the savings are passed on to you!

According to CNN Money, Americans have not wasted anytime getting solar installations on their homes and businesses–especially when the cost of doing so fell in their geo-specific region.

James O’Toole of CNN notes, “Installations of solar energy systems in the U.S. more than doubled in 2011, according to a new report, fueled in part by declining solar panel costs. The U.S. added a record 1,855 megawatts of photovoltaic capacity in 2011, a 109% increase versus the year prior, said GTM Research and the the Solar Energy Industries Association, a national trade group. The report projects that new installations will increase further to more than 2,800 megawatts in 2012. Average photovoltaic system prices fell 20% last year, with a glut of solar panels hitting world markets.”

This is just what we were expecting to hear about looking back on solar energy in 2011 and the first quarter of 2012, nonetheless, it is a wonderful thing to see actually come true!

This means that here in Arizona, solar tax credits and rebates, along with the lowering industry-wide cost of solar panels and installing solar panels in Phoenix, more and more residents of this area are getting rooftop solar panels and other types of solar installations.

When you look at the unbelievable savings you get on utilities bills when you install rooftop solar panels in Phoenix, and with the lowered upfront and overall cost in solar equipment to consumers now, there’s no reason not to consider solar as the way to go, especially in a place like Phoenix!

If you’re ready to become the proud owner of solar panels or a solar water heater in Phoenix, give Adair Solar Company in Mesa a call today to get started with a free in-home consultation. Just dial (480) 827-1162