Solar Electricity -- Charging Ahead
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Photovoltaics--Electrons Moved by the Sun!
Although in many parts of the country, homes are still heated by coal, natural gas, log fireplaces, or "heat-pumps", there still are those who use heating oil or gas provided by the utilities companies to provide warmth for their houses. Likewise, the power for most cars out there and much of our home/business/industrial activities still comes originally from petroleum.
However, the time has come for all humans to consider the ultimate of power and energy sources--our sun. Solar energy is now within reach of everyone in some version or derivation. This Squidoo lens provides some descriptions, links, video clips, and other resources on solar-electric or photovoltaic systems to help you make decisions on how your future energy and conservation outlook will be.
You Want Solar Power Options? Check Out Your Solar Variety Here!
See Electrons in Action (well, at least the Solar Panels in Action!)
You'll Get a Charge Out of These!
Plug into the sun already!
Sunforce 50044 60-Watt Solar Charging Kit
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Sunforce 50032 15 Watt Solar Battery Charger
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Roof-Mounted Solar Photovoltaic Panels
Solar Power -- Energy from the great Space Heater in the Sky!
Parking lot shaded by solar panels that provide energy for not only the parking lot lighting at night but other needs.
Underside view of solar panels in a parking area.
Solar panel array in a parking lot -- showing connections between panels.
Some Rays of Hope? Check Out These Links...
- Solar Max Advantage Blog
- This blog has been created as a place for ranting and raving about alternate energy and how we must start moving toward the future--a future without dependancy on fossil fuels (namely oil and coal). Check it out!
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Roof-Mounted Solar Photovoltaic Panels
Charging Ahead and Capturing those Electrons! Make Them Work for You!
Sun-Tracking Solar Panels Independently Mounted in a Backyard
You Want Options? Alternate Energy Options ARE Available!
Prepare to understand what options are out there--Stock up on reading material!
I've recently discovered an interesting resource that you can see when you click here. Lots of ideas for ways you can build your own alternate energy sources for your home or small business.
And here are two more:
Solar Power Design Manual--Teach Yourself All About Solar Power. Comprehensive Manual by Genuine Expert. Spreadsheet Included.
Renewable Energy Solutions--The Manual--The folks who put this together have been presented on TV, Google, and the New York Times as a source of Alternate Energy Information. Good stuff for those in need of Alternate Energy!
Roof-Mounted Solar Photovoltaic Panels (with gas-saving Prius out front!)
Here's Your Chance to Shine! Drop a Note Here and Say "Hi!"
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MiaBellezza
Jan 8, 2011 @ 7:17 am | delete
- I'm all for Solar energy. It works great in temperate climates.
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kwj Jan 8, 2011 @ 3:31 am | delete
- I thinks this is the way to go Dave.
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JaguarJulie
Jul 23, 2009 @ 4:53 pm | delete
- Well, these are an eco-friendly solution -- I want mine to be a bit more stylish though to match the roofing shingles!
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starsam
Feb 16, 2009 @ 10:18 am | delete
- Your lens would be a great addition to the 'Solar Technology and Solar Energy' Group
( http://www.squidoo.com/groups/solar )
Feel free to add it anytime!
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If you want to have the low-down on the principles of photovoltaic energy and how to incorporate it into your existing electrical system, this book will help you with that issue. Lots of illustrations and narrative to guide you through installation of your own system as well as covering the topics you need to pass the solar installer certification by NABCEP! Get your copy now!
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This great book covers the physics of how solar cells work and their raw materials... to how they are calibrated, tested, and installed to generate usable electricity. Good reading for anyone involved with the solar electricity business!
Sunlight Energy ... the Handbook for Photovoltaic Professionals!
Handbook of Photovoltaic Science and Engineering
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This book covers everything from the basics of photovoltaic solar cell production to the newer forms of organic-dye-based solar cells... and architectural applications of building integrated PV. Good information for those in the alternate energy business!
