Green Energy

Should we slowly phase out oil and other fossil fuels in favor of renewable energy like solar power?

We should not phase out any type of viable energy source. All sources of energy, even renewable energy sources, have benefits and problems associated with them.

America needs a leader with the courage to establish a realistic, diversified energy plan that does not rely on a single type of energy from a single region of the country or the world. While short term economic conditions have both exacerbated and contributed to the cost of oil, this is not the first time oil prices have exceeded $100/barrel when prices are adjusted for inflation. However, the last time prices were above $100/barrel in 1979, we lacked the disciplined leadership to pursue long-term Alternative Energy sources in earnest. As a culture, we have become addicted to instant gratification, and are quick to abandon what is not easy or popular.

Private industry now has the economic incentive to develop a broad basis of energy technologies, and our next President will have the political capital to pass meaningful legislation authorizing the development of emerging energy sources as well as the renewed use of established sources. While Big Oil is currently Public Enemy #1, if we abandon any energy source entirely, we may look back 20 years from now and regret it. Imagine the day when people are complaining that Wind companies are earning excessive amounts of money. It may sound ridiculous now, but to think it is impossible is just as ignorant a stance to maintain as those who still propose that more oil supplies are the answer to our energy problems.

RENEWABLE ENERGY – Wind Power AND Solar Power

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Modern Marvels: Renewable Energy $11.98 MODERN MARVELS:RENEWABLE ENERGY – DVD Movie…

NOVA: Solar Energy – Saved by the Sun $9.63 SOLAR ENERGY – SAVED BY THE SUN – DVD Movie…

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Sunforce 50022 5-Watt Solar Battery Trickle Charger $47.53 Solar Power Chargers for your 12V batteries and accessories. Power-up anywhere, affordably! These Solar Power devices grab free “juice” from the sun! They extend the life of your 12V batteries, maintain the charge and allow you to run various electronics (deer feeders, landscaping pumps, etc.) from your batteries. Clean, silent operation… with both cigarette lighter adapter and battery clamps. T…

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Kintrex SPC0601 7 Amp 100 Watt 12 Volt Solar Power Charge Controller With Digital LED Display $15.95 The SPC0601 Solar Charge Controller is designed to protect batteries from overcharge and excessive discharge when being charged by a solar panel device. The controller functions to automatically assure the battery is fully charged and keep the battery fully charged without damage to the battery. The SPC0601 Charge Controller also functions to limit the load placed upon the battery to ensure the ba…

Sunforce 7 Amp Charge Controller $17.12 The Sunforce 60012 7 Amp Charge Controller prevents overcharging of 12-volt batteries. It is intended for use with 12-volt solar panels, and can handle up to 7 amps of array current and up to 100 watts of solar power. The controller is easy to use with a charging light that indicates that your battery is charging, and a green light that indicates a fully charged battery. The 60012 measures 4 x 1 x…

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