As fireworks light up the sky in celebration of our nation’s independence from Britain, take a moment to consider a different cause for celebration: the growing movement towards American independence from foreign oil. The solar industry continues to grow at unprecedented rates, stimulating the economy by creating real American jobs across the country. More and more people are beginning to realize that energy independence is a viable option for every homeowner in America. In light of the disastrous BP oil spill and the ongoing conflict over foreign oil in the Middle East and elsewhere, it is clear that the time has come for our nation to recover from our fossil fuel addiction. As we reflect on this historical day in which our Founding Fathers courageously declared independence, we invite you to join us in the movement towards an energy-independent future for America.