As time passes we are becoming more aware of using green power and its potential to provide clean and renewable energy. However there are initial costs to be shelled out in order to implement systems for producing green technology.
Green technology can be used to make remarkable changes for sustaining our already decaying environment.
As we see, whenever a new technology is introduced it is normally expensive in the beginning, Same is the case for green technology systems. But with the passage of time they will become less expensive. However the US government is trying its best to provide incentives to individuals and organizations to encourage them to use more and more of green power. These incentives are in the form of tax deductions, sales incentives such as concessions and tax rebates.
However the benefits of green technology will far outweigh the costs. Though the systems implemented could be expensive in the beginning, you will have lesser running costs for power. Over a period of time the money that you have paid for implementing the system will be recovered soon.
You can start with your home to see whether you really recover your costs. For example, you can buy CFL lights and then see how much amount becomes less from your monthly electricity bill. CFL lights use 90% less energy than light bulb. You can also buy Energy Star appliances and machines that are more efficient. These appliances use less power than the normal machines and you will again see your electricity bill amount getting significantly reduced. The energy efficient washing machine can automatically detect how many clothes are out in it and then they will use only the required water and power. Same is the case with driers. They can detect the dampness and then shut off automatically. These appliances may cost a few hundred dollars more but in the long run they will definitely save costs worth thousands of dollars.
We can also take the example of green technology on the road where you can try electric powered vehicles that run on battery. These vehicles cost upwards of $8,000 when compared to the normal vehicles. However the running costs such as fuel costs will decrease and maybe become zero as well. These technologies are still in their beginning stage but as they become more advanced they will become more efficient by using lesser power. Though some green technology may not be worth buying right away, in the future this will be the most profitable option for you.