Betty asks… Is a Florida based solar panel business capable and profitable within the next 2 years? Something along the lines of maybe an installation company for residentials and businesses. Daniel Ambrose answers: I think it’s a great idea!!! With all the attention turned to finding new energy sources I think that the business will [...]

Carol asks… Several questions about natural energy? I want to start using more environmentally friendly (and (long term) financially effective) energy. My main interests are solar energy, hydroelectric energy, and wind energy. The questions I have are these: 1. What would be the cheapest method to start with? (eventually I hope to offer enough power [...]

Michael asks… How will you deal with the new Cap and Trade taxes? In the U.S. electricity rates will increase by 65% to 125%. Gasoline prices will increase by 65%. Home heating oil will increase by 65% to 80%. Natural gas rates will rise by 65%. In fact, European efforts have racked up significant costs [...]

Joseph asks… What classes could I take in college to teach me about cars and how to build a solar powered car by myself? I want to make a solar powered vehicle that looks fashionable but I would only take the classes during the summer and work on the car as a summer project because [...]

Steven asks… Green chip review? Alternative energy stocks? Has anyone suscribed to the green chip review and found it usefull? Recently loaded up on some alternative energy and solar stocks (wfr, solf, csun, tsl) since congress has the energy bill vote in a couple weeks comments? Daniel Ambrose answers: I don’t subscribe to them, but [...]

Susan asks… What are the pros and cons of nuclear power and wind power? Daniel Ambrose answers: Wind power…. Pros: It’s environment friendly. Cons: It is not efficient (takes too much time to produce little energy) Nuclear power…. Pros: High yield of energy. Cons: Not environmentally friendly and could cause terminal illnesses, let alone self [...]

Ruth asks… How to install solar panels at home without lots of extra wiring.? I’m interested in installing myself but have no knowledge of solar panels.Can the excess be sold back to the national grid and how does that work?. What is the average cost?. Where is the best place to get all the equipment [...]

Lizzie asks… Can the State of Montana Legislate Away Climate Change? State Senator Joe Read has introduced “An Act Stating Montana’s Position on Global Warming” “Section 1. Public policy concerning global warming. ?(1) The legislature finds that to ensure economic development in Montana and the appropriate management of Montana’s natural resources it is necessary to [...]

Jenny asks… why are politicians not solving the energy crisis with solar panels on homes.? solar panels on homes would reduce our consuption of coal, reduce the need for nuclear power, and create U.S. Based manufacturing for these panels, and create jobs in constuction. Solve our energy crisis politicians, with tax incentives, or home building [...]

Lizzie asks… which school in India has the biggest solar power installation? Schools using green solar power would significantly inspire the new generation to go green. Help me find schools with solar installation. Daniel Ambrose answers: I would recommend you to contact the department of environmental affairs India. They will provide you with a detailed [...]