Many of us are getting the message: it is time to make better choices in regards to the way we get, and use, our energy. We now understand that there are other options and renewable sources of energy.

In higher numbers than ever before people are looking into building their own solar panels and wind turbines...for home use.

The neat thing is that you can too. Solar power and wind power have advanced to the point where it is now viable for any homeowner to benefit from one, or both of these energy sources.

Solar energy is arguably the most recognizable source of energy for home use. Solar panels have been on roofs in some areas of the country for decades.

And while it is an effective source of renewable energy for many people it is not their best option. The reasons for that are:

1. Not every part of the country gets a lot of sunny weather and therefore there will be many days when you are not generating electricity.
2. Solar panels will not work at night and no matter how sunny your climate there will be a big part of the day, every day, when you are not producing electricity.
3. On average one wind turbine will generate about the same amount of electricity as 5 solar panels. And can work day or night as long as there is wind.

Of course wind energy has its issues too such as the fact that it needs a fairly big open space. Although you mount your turbine on your roof you can still generate sufficient amount of energy.

The bottom line is that there are several renewable sources of energy that you can start utilizing today to save you money for years to come, all with very little effort on your part.