SolarWorld presents "Ask the Expert: The Clean Energy Show" at 12:30 p.m. every Wednesday on 1350 KSRO.
Hosted by local solar and energy efficiency specialist
Barry Cogbill, this weekly show covers the spectrum of topics on clean energy. Our goal is to empower our listeners to take action at their homes and businesses by answering their questions and helping them get started.
The show will feature different guests each week and practical information about all the steps to greater energy efficiency, how solar works, how to finance solar and efficiency projects, where to find more resources, and of course, everything going on around the county related to clean energy.
Tune in to Ask The Expert: The Clean Enery Show at 12:30 p.m. every Wednesday to find out more!
SolarWorld is the oldest and largest US manufacturer of solar electric power since 1977. Working through a network of factory trained Authorized Installers including Steele Electric in Santa Rosa, SolarWorld custom designs each of its Sunkits systems for optimal performance. Up to 50% of the cost can be covered by current rebates and incentives and it is possible to repay a solar loan through property taxes.
SolarWorld is participating in two upcoming Santa Rosa events:
Saturday, June 19, 2010, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
2nd Annual Solar Energy & Efficiency Fair
Finley Center, Santa Rosa
Wednesday, June 30, 2010, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
SCEIP Town Hall on Solar System Financing
Finley Center Auditorium, Santa Rosa
6:00 – 6:30 Wine and cheese reception
6:30 – 7:30 Presentation
RSVP’s are requested for attending the Town Hall. Please call 1-800-94-SOLAR (1-800-947-6527) to reserve your spot today!
For more information about installing a SolarWorld Sunkits system, please call 1-800-94-SOLAR (1-800-947-6527) or go to
www.solarworld-usa.com.
Announcements and Notes
Cheap and easy things you can do to save energy:
• Turn off unneeded lights
• Swap incandescent bulbs for compact fluorescents
• Use power strips for the entertainment center and computer area and turn off when not in use
• Unplug unused chargers
• Close your curtains or drapes
• Turn down your water heater a little bit
• Adjust your thermostat by 2 degrees (saves 2000 lbs. of CO2 per person!)
• Switch to reduced flow showerheads and aerated faucets to cut water use by as much as 50%
• Use the dishwasher (uses 66% less water than hand washing!)
• Turn off the faucet when brushing your teeth
• Collect water from rain, cooking, washing dishes, and showering to water plants
• Use the microwave (uses 66% less energy than a conventional oven!)
• Change your furnace filter every 30 days (healthier too!)
• Clean your refrigerator and air conditioning coils. Just do it now…you know it’s been a while
• Cover your pots and pans when cooking
• Dry clothes and use the dishwasher in the evening when it causes less strain on the energy grid
• Line dry clothes (the original solar clothes dryer)
• Use reusable dishes and tupperware instead of styrofoam, paper, or plastic products
• Use reusable grocery totes
• Use glass and ceramic baking dishes (you can lower the temperature by 25 degrees because these materials retain heat better!)
• Buy green cleaning products (check your new phone book for resources)
• Buy locally produced foods
• Sleep with more layers and switch regular sheets for flannel sheets
• Use public transportation, carpool, bicycle, walk, skip, scooter, roller blade to your destination• Recycle! There’s a complete recycling guide in your new phone book
May 26th Show: Women in the Trades
Free Training Clinics For Women at Lowe's, located at 7921 Redwood Drive, Rohnert Park, CA
How to Frames Walls and Roof - June 12th at 8am at Lowe's
Assemble Walls and Roof on Job Site - June 24th at 7:30am at 513 University Street, Healdsburg, CA
To register for these clinics, please contact Isabelle Accornero:
Isabelle Accornero
Habitat for Humanity
Construction Volunteer Coordinator
(707) 578-7707 or (707) 495-8056
May 5th Show: Climate Protection Campaign with Ann Hancock
Community Climate Action Plan:
www.coolplan.org
Need for Volunteers
Volunteers are needed for the upcoming Solar And Efficiency Fair on June 19th. Please email
keri@solarsonomacounty.org for more details.
SCEIP (Sonoma County Energy Independence Program) monthly workshops:
First Tuesday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 at the Energy Store
404 Aviation Blvd., Santa Rosa, CA -FREE!
www.sonomacountyenergy.org
Clean Energy Seminars
Last Saturday of each month from 11 am to noon
Golden West Home Builder’s Center in G&G Shopping Plaza – FREE!
RSVP at
www.cleanenergyseminars.com
The Clean Energy Show is proudly sponsored by SolarWorld.