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Chapters in this book include: - What Exactly is Solar Power and How Does it Work?- How to Figure Out if a Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Energy System is Conducive for You - Get an Answer for 6 Questions!- DIY (Do It Yourself) PV Solar System Installation - What You Ought To Know!- Where Can I Get FREE Help and Advice for DIY Solar Panel Installation?- What Else Should I Keep in Mind Regarding DIY Solar Panel Systems?- What is Residential Solar Leasing About?- How are Solar Roof Shingles (aka Solar Tiles) Different from Solar Panels?- How Do Solar Pool Covers Work?NOTE: This book is written for those COMTEMPLATING getting a solar panel system if they don't know enough about it yet. A good, basic understanding of what you need to know before diving into it is what you will learn in order to make an informed decision; especially if you are in the United States (or Canada).So if you are considering do it yourself solar panels for your home, or solar panel installation through a contractor, Solar Power for Sustainable Living - What to Consider Before Going the Do It Yourself Solar Route is a great reference guide to make sure you've considered the most important avenues or prerequisites of getting into do-it-yourself solar panels before you get started and then realize that you should've considered these aspects first, which are very important in decision making.It is informative and detailed to give you a good understanding of how it all works and what's really involved when it comes to obtaining a PV solar power system for sustainable living. Charts and illustrations are also included for easy reference.You'll get information, terminology, advice, things you'd better be aware of or consider beforehand, education, valuable tips that's going to literally help you, what exact items you'll need to buy and what it cost, how to connect with other people doing the same thing that you are (which is huge), and much more. If you need to find out what the latest and up to date information is for what your state (in USA) is currently offering for rebates and incentives on using solar power for your home or office, there's a reference conveniently provided for that.There's also reference to a handy calculator that you can use to help estimate the size and cost of installing a PV system.For the US and CANADA, going by zip code, just in case you need to check out or prescreen solar contractors in your area to get an estimate or just to ask some questions, there's a reference that provides that information as well.You'll get surprise information that most people haven't thought about before or are simply not aware of. Solar Power for Sustainable Living - What to Consider Before Going the Do It Yourself Solar Route provides the kind of due diligence you need for sustainable living through a solar power system.

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Stevie is just an ordinary person that's gotten quite fed-up with chemicals in the products we buy, the food we eat, the nonchalant attitude of corporations that continue to exploit the earth's natural resources, the overall toll it has taken and continues to take on our planet and precious eco system; and anything that contributes to ruining our environment. So she's passionate about bringing awareness in as many ways as possible to how each person can individually do a little something to contribute to a cleaner environment which is beneficial not only to people; but other living things that we share this planet with. In this [Special Edition Collection] of Sustainable Living - Practical Eco-Friendly Tips for Green Living and Self-Sufficiency in the 21st Century, she attempts to shed light on topics that are not only interesting and educational, but that others might be considering due to health issues, economic situations, or just outright curiosity. A broad array of alternative eco-friendly methods on green living, self-sufficiency, and how organic products and foods really are better for us and the environment is brought out. Employing some of the things mentioned in this book really can save you money and is healthier for your body, well-being, and the environment. Let's give the landfills, groundwater and finite natural resources a break by educating ourselves and taking action that will make a difference.

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