Many people don’t realize that 57% of the electricity in this country is generated from coal. This fossil fuel is burned so it creates steam, which is then blown at a high pressure into a turbine, causing it to spin, creating electricity.

The problem is that coal is a filthy pollutant. It creates smog and acid rain. When it’s burned, it releases huge quantities of carbon dioxide, increasing the threat of global warming. But people have relied on coal over the years because it’s relatively cheap. But even that is changing. “A surge in coal prices over the past year,” says USA Today, is responsible for “sharply rising electricity rates.” Oh boy, not only does it pollute, but it’s getting more expensive. There’s got to be a better way.

There is. It’s called solar energy. According to The New York Times, leading futurist Ray Kurzweil believes that solar power will begin to overtake fossil fuels in about five years. In 20 years, all our energy will come from clean sources. But you don’t have to wait that long. There are plenty of solar products available right now that work great and can save you money.

One of the best places to start is with solar powered fans. Solar power and fans really go together. Why? Because the solar fan’s motor is powered by the sun, so it runs at top strength exactly when cool air is needed the most.

Another great thing about solar powered fans is that they’re relatively easy to install. Think about it. You don’t have to worry about where you’re going to plug it in. There are no cords. For example, I know someone who installed a solar powered fan in the dog house. He simply cut a hole in the roof and put in the fan. Now the dog is nice and comfortable.

You can install solar powered fans in your storage sheds, garages, barns, boats, campers, and vans. By flowing air through these areas, solar powered fans not only help them stay cool, but they prevent moisture from building up, which leads to mold. That’s why solar powered attic fans are so popular and effective. Attics become like a furnace during the summer, and this heats your whole house. Now the air conditioning units have to work harder, and this drives up your electricity bills. When you install a solar powered attic fan, it cools your home and prevents mold from building up. And solar powered attic fans work great because they’re on your roof, facing the sun!

I’ll say it once more because people have a hard time grasping this: solar powered fans run for free. You don’t have to worry about turning it on or off, it doesn’t matter. It cost nothing to run!

Plus, solar powered fans are great for the environment. If this isn’t a win-win situation I don’t know what is.