Solar Energy
Wednesday, August 31st, 2011
Why are people really turning on to solar energy?
Is it because of environmental concerns?
Is it because of the never ending energy price rises?
Overwhelmingly, our customers have told us that while these are important considerations, the single most important reason is the incredible government backed financial incentive called the Feed in Tariff. The incentive doesn’t just make the average household around £1,000 better off every year. It delivers a tax free return on investment of 8 – 10%. It’s index linked and guaranteed by the government for 25 years. Some customers describe it as a no brainer because in today’s economic climate it’s an extraordinary offer. If your bank offered to pay you even the conservative 8%, how much would you invest?
The Sunday Times is even more optimistic when it says “Given that the income is tax-free, the return on investment is equivalent to 12.9% for a 50% taxpayer and 10.3% for a 40% taxpayer, with the investment recouped in as little as seven years.”
While the Independent says “The Government has confirmed that tariffs will be paid for up to 25 years, and, as the tariffs are linked to inflation, the real rate of return could end up as high as 10 per cent.”
If you prefer the straight talking Martin Lewis, he says “The Government’s promised that the feed-in tariff payment for solar panels will run for 25 years and will rise with inflation. It’s also tax-free. So for a c.£12,000 outlay, you get back £23,000 – that’s £11,000 profit.”
The environmental benefits are plain. The Energy Savings Trust says “you can cut your carbon footprint with solar electricity as it’s a green, renewable energy and doesn’t release any harmful carbon dioxide (CO2) or other pollutants. A typical home system could save around 1 tonne of CO2 per year.”
We all know that energy prices continue to increase and according to the Office of National Statistics Forecasts 2010 to 2014, “Electricity prices will increase 7% per annum plus 3% inflation, during the next few years”
More and more UK homeowners are choosing solar panels for their home. The Feed in Tariff is seen by many as a government grant, it’s that attractive. Of course our customers want to save money off their energy bills, but they’re also looking to the future. They care about the environment and where they can invest their hard earned savings. With the financial markets at an all time low, the UK Feed in Tariff has presented them with the ideal answer: photovoltaic solar energy.
About the Author
Reflect Energy provides cost effective solar energy for homes in the UK. Reflect Energy uses advanced Photovoltaic solar panels and Solar thermal panels. Visit the website for free expert advice on solar panels for your home
Solar Energy International Unveils Energy Bicycle – USA Pro Cycling Challenge
|
|
True Induction Energy Efficient Single Burner Induction Cooktop (P3D) $149.99 Try induction cooking today risk-free for 60 days! Read more http://wdbmedia.com/TRUE-INDUCTION/DOCUMENTS/True-Confidence-in-True-Induction.pdf TRUE Induction is energy efficient portable induction cooking that offers the prefect union of sleek design and advanced technology. With quick response times, even heating and instant heat adjustments-TRUE Induction offers a state of the art cooking exper… |
|
|
Solio Mono by Solio $59.95 115167 Features: The solar cell is both durable and powerful for quick charging Integrated, rechargeable and replaceable lithium-ion battery can be charged with the sun or plug it in to a USB outlet Stores power up to one year Works with most mobile phones, MP3 players, PDA’s and GPS’s right out of the box (additional adapters are available) Specifications: Size: 47 x 13 x 85 inches Internal batt… |
|
|
Solar Power 1927 Photo Mugs Mouchots solar-powered device draws energy from the suns heat and utilises it to power machines. …. |
|
|
Energizer Rechargeable Batteries … |
|
|
Tenergy High capacity NiMH Rechargeable battery package: 8 AA 2600 mAh + 8 AAA 1000 mAh $16.93 Features and Benefits * High quality AA and AAA Size rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) battery top of the line. * Ultra high capacity batteries: AA 2600 mAh and AAA 1000 mA * Economic package of 8 AA and 8 AAA provides huge saving * Exact replacement for standard AA size battery in all the devices * Provides ultra long use time per charge * Advanced Ni-MH technology means twice as long us… |
|
|
C. Crane BNB Bright Night LED Nightlight Bulb $4.85 Finish:Black The CC Vivid Bright Night puts out less light than a conventional 4-watt incandescent bulb, but it does serve the purpose of low illumination at night and lasts a long time. E12 type Candelabra base bulb Last 20,000+ hours Run cool Won’t shatter like glass Energy efficient. Fits most standard night-light fixtures 1.3 watts 2-year limited warranty… |
|
|
Shiva Rea: Daily Energy – Vinyasa Flow Yoga $10.38 Restore energy, strength, and balance everyday with world-renowned yoga teacher Shiva Rea in the Shiva Rea: Daily Energy DVD. Offering seven 20-minute practices, this program will help you fit yoga into your busy life without having to repeat a workout…. |
|
|
Yoga Shakti $15.00 Internationally acclaimed vinyasa flow yoga teacher Shiva Rea revolutionizes the instructional yoga video genre with Yoga Shaktithe first user-personalized practice DVD designed to immerse practitioners in the free flow of shakti, the dynamic, creative fire of the universe.Filmed on location in India and the Maldive Islands on stunning digital video, Yoga Shakti integrates tradition and modern inn… |
|
|
Who Killed the Electric Car? $6.99 It begins with a solemn funeral…for a car. By the end of Chris Paine’s lively and informative documentary, the idea doesn’t seem quite so strange. As narrator Martin Sheen notes, “They were quiet and fast, produced no exhaust and ran without gasoline.” Paine proceeds to show how this unique vehicle came into being and why General Motors ended up reclaiming its once-prized creation less than a… |
|
|
Duracell DPP-600HD Powerpack 600 Jump Starter & Emergency Power Source with Radio $162.43 The Duracell Powerpack 600 features an internal sealed, non-spillable 28 amp-hour AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) battery for reliable power delivery and recharging capability. This heavy duty power source operates multiple 120-volt AC household power applications and 12-volt DC applications (charging portable electronics devices) simultaneously with ease. Offering 280 CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) of startin… |