Why Alternative Energy Solutions are Better

We know EXACTLY what you’re thinking…

“Obviously alternative energy is better, it’s a no brainer!”

If you weren’t thinking it, you probably are now.

While most South Africans are more than aware that alternative power sources – like solar, wind and hydro – are better than reliance on the national power grid, few actually know WHY they are better.

With this in mind, we at Laatz Electrical are here to answer the why question that surrounds alternative energy solutions in the points below…

Less Fossil Fuels

To ensure your room goes from dark to light when you flip the light switch, a serious amount of work has to be done.

Coal has to be burned, which means the coal has to be mined, which means heavy machinery (using fuel) has to mine it, and this coal does not replenish itself over night – it takes millions of years for coal to form.

By utilising alternative energy solutions, you are slightly reducing the load on the national grid. This means slightly less coal has to be mined, transported, and burnt. If enough homes and businesses move over to alternative power, a serious reduction of fossil fuel usage can become a reality.

More Reliable Energy

We’ve all experienced it; you get home to find that your power is out.

You walk down the street, only to realise that the entire neighbourhood is, like you, without electricity.

How will you cook dinner?

Is the geyser water hot enough to have a shower?

How will you watch tonight’s episode of Bold and the Beautiful?

This is where alternative energy really shines! It provides you with a level of reliability that not even your elected officials can offer.

You’ll have power when you need it, without having to grab for the candles and Lion Matches as you frantically try and get through to Eskom to find out which cable was ‘accidentally’ severed this time.

Less Carbon Emissions

Like we mentioned in the first point of this blog article, fossil fuels play a big role in delivering electricity to South Africans via the national grid.

As coal is burnt, it releases carbon monoxide, which is that evil substance tearing holes in our O-zone layer.

While there are certainly carbon emissions generated in the production of things like solar panels and wind turbines, these are much less than the emissions from burning tons of coal on a daily basis just to keep our lights on.

So, by choosing alternative energy solutions over Eskom-provided electricity, you’re actually helping to curb global warming – and we think that’s pretty cool.

More Bang for your Buck

When you decide to install alternative energy solutions at your home or business, you’re investing in technology that is almost guaranteed to save you money in the long run!

While the initial outlay for alternative energy products like solar panels and solar geysers is quite hefty, this is quickly recouped after a few months of paying next to peanuts on your Eskom bill.

This means you’re able to take control of your own electricity bill and reduce your family’s carbon footprint drastically.

Get in touch with our superstar electricians today for more information on how we can paint your home or business green with alternative energy solutions!