Solar power is a viable alternative for many homes. They can be used in areas that do not get a substantial amount of sunlight. There are two main ways that solar power can be used in a home or business and it is up to an individual home or business owner to tell which is right for them. BY using passive or active solar systems it is usually possible for a home or business to substantially lower their energy costs and it may even be possible for them to generate enough heat or energy that they are able to go completely