One of the big set backs for renewable energy, in some states not all, it's illegal to use wind and solar power as the states wants people to rely on the for energy needs. I don't know the specific laws in California but it is one of the 'greenist' states so should be ok.

You could easily and for less than $200 have a small solar system that covers your lighting needs at least. Portable and easy use so if you live in an apartment the panel can sit inside by the window as you don't need to attach it the building.

I hope the future of boating with sustainable zero emission technology. Regardless of the environmental benefits it will allows ships to never need to port, so they could get really big, much bigger, since they wouldn't have to go in shallow waters to refuel.

Solar power isn't really all that great for the environment because the manufacturing of the panels creates a lot of pollution.

Thanks for your interest and reading.