Your Questions About Solar Powered Generator

Donald asks…How can I make a cheap portable solar powered generator?I need to know about the parts needed to make a solar power generator and also the instruction on how to make it?admin answers:HI... REALLY A VERY GOOD QUESTION..... Using parts easily available from your local stores, you can make a small solar power generator for $250 to $300. Great for power failures and life outside the power grid. Power your computer, modem, vcr, tv, cameras, lights, or DC appliances anywhere you go.

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Your Questions About Solar Power System

Linda asks…I want to buy Solar power system for my home, What are the recommendation? If somebody has used it?I want to buy Solar power system or Wind Energy System for my home, What are the recommendations? If somebody has used it , please tell me about it.admin answers:Well it all depends on where you live, if you're out in the country, wind power may make more sense for you, if you're in the city solar is the way to go. With a solar electric system there are no moving parts so it lasts a

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What Everyone Ought To Know About The Cost Of Solar Panels

What Everyone Ought To Know About The Cost Of Solar PanelsArticle by solar energy There are solar panels and then there are solar panels. To be more specific, there are commercial solar panel kits and then there are do-it-yourself or DIY solar panel kits. Many people are considering placing one or more alternative sources of home energy to: bring down the cost of their utility bills; or to gain extra income by selling

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Your Questions About Off Grid Living

Jenny asks…where can I find links for off the grid living?links for everything from building directions, ideas, products, everything needed for off the grid (no powerlines) living.admin answers:Http://offgrid.homestead.com/ http://www.off-grid.net/ http://www.sustainableliving.org/ http://www.sustainable.org/ http://www.globalstewards.org/index.htm i think this will get you started :) good luck!!!!John asks…How can I find information about living off-grid?I am interested in becoming a

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Your Questions About Pv Panels

Ruth asks…how can i calculate the Kwp, for PV solar panels?not the water ones the electricity, its for auni project im using a energy asssesment programme and i have potential 10m2 of solar panels. however theprogramme asks for the Kwp?admin answers:The supplier should tell you. KWp = Area * efficiency of the panel AS A FRACTION (so 15% efficient = 0.15) This is pretty simple because efficiency is calculated for a spectrum of light with 1kW per metre squared intensity. The real equation

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Solar PV Panels

Solar PV PanelsArticle by Gareth Hoyle Reduce Your Energy Costs By Installing Solar PV PanelsOur reliance on non renewable energy has really come under the spotlight in recent years. Not only are we being encouraged to minimise our use of energy sources such as gas and coal but the increasing prices of gas and electricity are acting as an extra incentive. Whether you want to do your bit for the environment or are looking for a

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Your Questions About Wind Power Stocks

Daniel asks…what is a good, wind power stock to get into, looking for one just starting out, low stock amount?just something cheap but looks promising in the wind power cat. i looked at mmgw but i cant buy that through scottrade.. maybe even an american company as suggestions ok what would be a good mutual fund as well then? probably more of high risk, short term type of dealadmin answers:Get a mutual fund that's made up of many different companies in that field, its not to expensive, and its

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How To Lower Power Bill? - Home Electricity Generation

How To Lower Power Bill? - Home Electricity GenerationArticle by Gary Ashby How to lower power bill fast? As you seek to lower power bill with an off grid system, you are probably thinking about entering a new way of life. With an off grid system, you are not reliant on utilities for providing you with electricity. You will learn how some people have done this for years because of their location constraints. But, unlike prior

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Wind Turbines For The Home - FAQ Answers

Wind Turbines For The Home - FAQ AnswersArticle by Andrew Ji When your finally ready to purchase wind turbines for the home, it is normal to have multiple inquiries about it. What ammount of money do wind turbines for the home save me? Research prove that electricity bills are brought down by 50-90% with the add-on of a wind turbine. During eight to nine months of the year, it is regular to experience a low electric bill

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Your Questions About Solar Panels

James asks…Solar Panels?I am purchasing a home that includes 2 solar panels measuring 8 foot by 4 foot located on the roof. Neither myself or the home inspector located a box that the solar energy would transfered to. should there be a box? also what can i expect from the solar panels? Thanks for the help...admin answers:Go up to the attic and see if there are wires or pipes coming from the panels. Could be you have a solar water heater. They are more common. Your hot water system will

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