Energy Star Appliances

 As you know, when you have a solar energy system every watt being used is monitored. Get the most out of your solar energy system by installing Energy Star appliances! Reduce your electrical load and be energy efficient. UL listed solar panels, inverters, and deep cycle batteries for back up power are all available on our website http://www.solarsalesinc.com.

Ever wonder how a product earns the Energy Star label?

What is ENERGY STAR?

ENERGY STAR is the trusted, government-backed symbol for energy efficiency helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy-efficient products and practices.
The ENERGY STAR label was established to:

• Reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants caused by the inefficient use of energy; and
• Make it easy for consumers to identify and purchase energy-efficient products that offer savings on energy bills without sacrificing performance, features, and comfort.

How Does EPA Choose which Products Earn the Label?

Products can earn the ENERGY STAR label by meeting the energy efficiency requirements set forth in ENERGY STAR product specifications. EPA establishes these specifications based on the following set of key guiding principles:

• Product categories must contribute significant energy savings nationwide.
• Qualified products must deliver the features and performance demanded by consumers, in addition to increased energy efficiency.
• If the qualified product costs more than a conventional, less-efficient counterpart, purchasers will recover their investment in increased energy efficiency through utility bill savings, within a reasonable period of time.
• Energy efficiency can be achieved through broadly available, non-proprietary technologies offered by more than one manufacturer.
• Product energy consumption and performance can be measured and verified with testing.
• Labeling would effectively differentiate products and be visible for purchasers.

How Does EPA decide when to Revise Specifications?

Generally, a market share of ENERGY STAR qualified products in a particular category of 50 percent or higher will prompt consideration for a specification revision. However, there are other factors that weigh into the decision, such as:

• A change in the Federal minimum efficiency standards.
• Technological changes with advances in energy efficiency which allow a revised ENERGY STAR specification to capture additional savings.
• Product availability
• Significant issues with consumers realizing expected energy savings
• Performance or quality issues
• Issues with Test Procedures

Source: http://www.energystar.gov/
For more information on Energy Star Appliances, visit the Energy Star website, http://www.energystar.gov/

Solar On the White House

Solar panels and solar hot water heater on the roof of the White House. Its an excellent idea and we agree with most people who think it sends a powerful message about renewable energy in the U.S. However, if congress doesn't pass new legislation and states hold back on providing more incentives for those of us interested in providing Solar Energy and using Solar Energy, then the country is not practicing what its preaching and a little hypocritical.

The database for renewable energy incentives is always being update and a good go-to source to find incentives in your area.
http://www.dsireusa.org/

Solar Sales Inc new Blog

Solar Sales Inc has started a blog! As solar energy news and updates become available we will post it to the blog and on our facebook account. As we continue to grow we will post relevant technical and product information to help you in your decision to use the sun as your energy source. If you need help or would like to contact us we can be reached at sales@solarsalesinc.com and by phone at 305-891-8355. We appreciate your support!