Taking advantage of alternative energy to power our homes is becoming ever more attractive. Homeowners can take it upon themselves to make DIY solar panels for less than $200. These are high-quality photovoltaic solar panels that rival the expensive ones that can be purchased from manufacturers.

If you've ever produce solar power systems then you know that they can easily cost in excess of $20,000. Sure, you can get that cost back, but it will take decades to do. Why not build your own system so that the savings begin almost immediately?

For some, the thought of building their very own solar panel seems to be a rather daunting task. Earth4Energy is a guide that can actually teach even novices how to do it. And the fact of matter is, it really isn't all that hard. Even for novices but have never built anything.

A solar panel consists of several components. A series of solar cells work together form the panel itself. The rays of the sun are absorbed by the cells and converted into electricity. The term for converting light into electricity is photovoltaic. In our case, the sun provides the light.

There are a great many advantages to making DIY solar panels. For most people the savings on energy bills is first and foremost. 120 watts of electricity can be generated from just one solar panel. An array of panels can potentially generate enough electricity to completely power your home, office, or any other type of building.

When you can generate enough energy for your needs it is referred to as going off the grid. That means that you no longer rely on the utility company to supply you with electricity. Even better than that, any excess electricity that is produced will be bought back by the power company. Pretty great deal isn't it?

The government encourages the use of alternative energy sources by offering tax breaks and rebates to homeowners. The value of the home also goes up when a solar power system is installed It is literally an independent power plant that will supply the home with energy with little to no maintenance required.

Solar energy is incredibly friendly for the environment. By reducing our need for fossil fuels we are doing our part to keep the planet claim. DIY solar panels produce absolute no pollution and operate in silence. That's where the name green energy comes from.