Articles tagged: "solar"
1: Solar Energy Conversion Gets a Major Upgrade
Researchers have created a new material that overcomes two of the major obstacles to solar power: it absorbs all the energy contained in sunlight, and generates electrons in a way that makes them easier to capture.
2: The Energy and Climate Problems of the World - How to Solve them?
In this article you can find a survey of the modules necessary to solve the World 's energy shortage and the dangers of continued use of fossil energy sources.
3: Solar How To: Constructing a Solar Water Heating Panel Part III
The step-by-step directions can be used by a homeowner or renter in the construction of a solar water heating panel. These panels are used as both an alternative energy source and a cost-saving device.
4: Solar How To: Constructing a Water Heating Panel Part I
The initial cost of installing water heating solar panels can be pricey. Given enough time, the panels could be the only power source a home utilizes to heat its water supply. Best of all, the sun 's natural energy is both bountiful and free of charge.
5: Solar How To: How Solar Power Works on a Small Scale
Solar power is quickly becoming a viable source of household electricity around the world. PV cells produce solar panels. Using a single solar panel produces about 12 volts of direct current and may help reduce utility costs in a small way. Solar panels may be wired together to create a solar array.
6: Solar How To: Discover the Benefits of Solar Energy
Solar energy is quickly becoming a popular way for people to control their finances and power their homes. One of the most cost effective and reliable sources of alternative power is solar. How does solar benefit the population?
7: Solar How To: Build an Inexpensive Solar Power Generator
Obtaining solar power for your home, cabin or apartment isn't as difficult as some may lead you to believe. In fact, a small solar panel can be made with commonly used items for around $300. An amp meter and pop-up circuit breaker may be used for extra protection. Panels without diodes should be used with charge controllers.
8: Make The Right Choice With Solar Energy Technologies
There are many different solar energy technologies available on the market today. It is a good idea to learn about what is out there, whether you choose to use a contractor for installation or not.
9: Factors Affecting Your Solar Energy Output
Many factors affect the energy output by your solar energy system. Some vary and some are fixed, but knowing what these factors are can help you combat them. There are also things you can do both before and after your system is installed to increase the efficiency of your solar energy system.
10: Basic Information on Switching to Solar Power
Solar energy technology can be used many different ways. It can be used in architecture, horticulture, urban planning, lighting, water heaters, cooking and even vehicles. The most relevant use to you, however, is most likely its ability to help you save on your electric bill.
11: Solar Energy: Advantages, Disadvantages and Definitions
There are many advantages and disadvantages to "going solar." Before you make the decision to convert your home to a solar home, you need to understand what these advantages and disadvantages are. Having some basic knowledge before beginning to look into this will greatly speed up the process.
12: Help America Support A Switch To Clean and Renewable Energy
Global warming is an urgent, but solvable problem. Join the We Campaign, started by former vice president Al Gore, and support clean, renewable, efficient energy.
13: Ideas For Patio and Deck Lighting With Outdoor Solar Lights
There are lots of different clever and innovative ways to illuminate different aspects of your patio or deck with solar lighting. Solar powered lights can be installed in almost any location on, in and around your patio or deck to give you the desired lighting effect.
14: Can Home Solar Energy Systems Save The Planet
First off, the planet does not need saving, but we need to save ourselves. The Earth has been here a lot longer. Yes, we are doing damage, but the result could be the Earth wiping us out, and not the other way around. The question still comes can we do our bit, and use home solar energy systems to create more balance?
15: Penny Stock Investing In Election Years
When investing in mid to large-cap stocks, you do not fear politicians as they work for you. For penny stock investors, political analysis is a required form of analysis while managing a portfolio of micro and small-cap stocks. Exists, is a unique combination of principles, rules, and analysis applicable to penny stocks that is irrelevant for mid to large-cap investing.
16: Solar and Wind Power Compared
If you want to go eco but don't know whether you should buy solar panels or a turbine, here is a guide to help you decide.
17: Solar Cell Roofing: Energy Producing Shingles That Look Like A Normal Roof
Solar cell roofing made from solar shingles or solar panels is being increasingly incorporated into the construction of new residential and commercial buildings In many areas, people are choosing to replace their conventional roof with a solar roof when it is time for maintenance
18: A Simple Clothesline Will Do, Thanks
A couple of years ago our daughter thought we should buy a gas heated clothes dryer. Having moved into partment life during graduate school she thought having to carry the laundry out to the line was just too much work for her mother since she was getting old, or at least older. I reminded her
19: How To Get Your Hot Water Straight From The Sun
Hot water straight from the sun may sound too good to be true, but even in the UK a solar hot water system can supply you with over 50% of your hot water needs over the year (the other 50% coming from a conventional gas boiler or electric heater) With recent high energy prices, and concerns about Climate Change, more and more people are looking to take advantage of this tried and tested technology to save energy in their home
20: How To Choose The Right Green Electricity Tariff In The Uk
Many people are now trying to take action to help protect the environment, including reducing their personal contribution to Climate Change One of the ways in which almost 200,000 people in the UK are trying to do this is by buying the electricity they use in their home or business from more environmentally friendly sources
21: How To Save Energy In Your Home On A Shoestring
Many people are trying to cut down the amount of energy they use in the home these days High energy prices have eaten into household budgets, and many people also want to do their bit to help prevent Climate Change
22: Hey! Where Is My Electric Car?
Man invents 100 mpg carburetor! Disapperats down black hole! Electric Cars Work! There just aren't any. Big automakers are looking out for your future! Which of the above statements is false? Are any of them false? Well maybe number one is false. For years there have been stories of
