Alternatives to solar panels: OKSolar Roof SHINGLES!
I definitely feel daunted by the idea of installing a set of massive, heavy solar panels on my roof, even though I know it's a great investment and one of the best things I can do in my home for the environment. For a long time, I did everything I could to avoid really investigating it... I was worried about costs, and, frankly, about the aesthetic look of my home.
But alternative energy, particularly solar energy, is certainly the wave of the future, so I finally started checking it out. To my delight, I found a solar energy solution for homes which is easy for me to get behind--solar roof shingles!
OdSolar makes a fabulous product that actually blends in to the roof design. It even comes in the size and color to match standard asphalt shingles. This is an option I'm getting serious about. Naturally, adding solar collectors to the roof can greatly reduce energy bills and alleviate the harmful effects of non-renewable energy on the environment. More than that, it's aesthetically pleasing, and definitely adds value to homes. And because it comes in shingle-sized panels, it's lighter than other photo-voltaic options, and no additional structural support is needed. Naturally, as it can drastically reduce energy consumption, it can contribute to LEED ratings for new and old homes. And you have the freedom to put it on wherever you like, fully integrated with the roof design.
So, obviously, I'm pretty excited about it. It's really the first time I'm getting serious about a solar system. Going green just keeps on getting easier.