Powering Technology
More and more people are spending more and more time on the internet, whether they are telecommuting to work, or logging in 4 hours a day playing games online. That is becoming an increasingly large percentage of every power company's electricity output demand. Obviously there is a correlative ecologic impact via the use of precious limited fossil fuels, and the pollution created from burning them.
Each person could limit their online and on computer time, but where is the fun, or productivity, in that? Another approach is to install alternative power sources for our computers, and, if possible, our homes. In SoCal, solar panels installation is on the rise. Throughout the country solar, wind and micro-hydro options are becoming more available, making it easier and more affordable for individuals to get small scale and whole house size set ups. See what is available for you.