Solar And Wind 4 Me

Over recent years, many scientists have been designing new and expensive technologies with the aim to save the earth, or reduce the effects from global warming. One of these ideas lies in a concept of giant solar shades.

Much like ordinary sunglasses you place over your eyes in bright sunshine, the solar shades in question block out some of the suns harmful rays, only with one major difference. These shades will rest a million miles above our heads.

The logic behind this invention is to provide the global population with one giant sunshade consisting of 16 trillion outer space solar shades. These solar shades are super thin and lightweight glass discs which act like a lens on your average sunglasses to divert the suns rays.

Dr. Roger Angel (the brains behind the glass optics) is one of the worlds most renowned experts in the field of glass optics. He is responsible for designing the mirrors on telescopes, and believes glass could the answer to solving global warming.

It is predicted that only 2% of the suns rays need to be diverted in order to save the planet from increased global warming. The solar shades will have to cover a distance of 100,000km in width. The proposed area for the solar shades to orbit at is known as the “L1 point”. This is the point of zero gravity between the sun and the earth.

The solar optics will have tiny solar panels attached which can act as rudders to provide a gliding ability for the optics to change direction if needed.

A huge problem associated with this invention will be the process of transporting these solar optics into space. Dr. Angel has calculated the total weight of the tiny sunshades to be around 20 million tonnes. Presuming if this method is chosen to save the world, and the space shuttle is still the best space exploration vehicle, it will take 870,000 trips into space to deliver the entire solar shade as the space shuttles cargo weight can be only 23 tonnes a go.

There are currently four other extraordinary ideas in play, competing against this one to be the saviour of our home on earth, it will be interesting to see whether any of these will ever make it to the production stage.

We need to look after our environment, and the use of natural energy (such as solar electricity) should be our first focus, along with any reduction of our fossil fuel intake and carbon emissions.

http://www.clean-energy-ideas.com

James Bratley
http://www.articlesbase.com/environment-articles/outer-space-sunglasses-save-the-earth-through-a-solar-lens-120794.html

Is it really possible for me living in Denver to build and install and setup my own solar panel to help make electricity for my home?

It’s possible, but not as easy or cost-effective as the sites selling information suggest.

You can build your own solar panels from individual cells or broken cells. Possibly you would end up with a panel that costs less than a commercial one, but it would not have the UL safety certification, and thus would not legally be allowed to be connected to the grid in any place that I know. So you would have to go with charging a battery, and that alone doubles the cost of the system. It could be a fun and educational thing to do, but would not be a money saver.

You could also build a solar water heater - plans and videos abound on the web. However, Denver gets hard freezes in winter, so you would need to drain your home built system during those months. There are solar water heaters designed to take sustained freezing temperatures, but unless you’re an engineer, that type would be really hard to make.

The site http://www.nlcpr.com/Deceptions6.php has something to say about various scams, including solar.

These days we are experiencing a growing awareness to the fact that our energy resources, as they have been used in the last few years, are probably not going to last for long and that the energy markets are exposed to more and more rapid changes, some due to political reasons and others because of the changing climate of the planet.
Solar energy is a renewable free source of energy which is sustainable as it is not inexhaustible, unlike fossil fuels which are finite. It is also a non-polluting source of energy and it does not emit any greenhouse gases when producing electricity. The solar electricity that is produced can supplement your entire or partial energy consumption. Using solar energy means reducing your energy bills and saving money. Also having solar PV panels adds value to your home, they are low maintenance and unobtrusive. Germany is the global leader for solar-generated electricity.
Why choose solar energy?
Australia is the luckiest country in the world. Our geography gives us the opportunity to use the most natural, sustainable and clean energy in our homes – the energy from the sun.

Solar thermal applications are the most widely used category of solar energy technology. These technologies use heat from the sun for water and space heating, ventilation, and many other applications.
Solar energy is not a new concept, it has been properly introduced to the global public many years ago and successfully implemented in different parts of the world in different ways, so we can say that solar energy is known to most people, but it is still not as popular as it should be, as a cheap replacement for other sources of energy. The energy of the sun, from its direct sun rays that are projected directly at the earth or by giant wind turbines are free fro us to use, to manipulate for our needs, and this can be done by almost anyone in any place, it just needs to technology and the know-how.

Energy Matters
http://www.articlesbase.com/business-articles/solar-energy-a-reliable-and-practical-source-418757.html

hey, i am wanting to help our earth a little bit, and I was wondering how to do a solar panel connection for powering my home…. i just want to reduce my energy bill a little bit,

Would these solar panels work?
and how would i connect them?

http://store.altenergystore.com/Solar-Electric-Panels/Roofing-Solar-Panels/Unisolar-PVL-136T-136W-24V-Thinfilm-Rooflaminate/p4087/

(i live in st. louis, MO)

General Information
The installation of solar modules (panels) requires a great degree of skill and should (if DC voltage exceeds 100V:) only be performed by a qualified licensed professional.

Cautions
1. Avoid electrical hazards when installing, wiring, operating and maintaining the module.

2. A photovoltaic module generates DC electricity when exposed to sunlight or other light sources.

3. When installing or working with module wiring, cover module face completely with opaque material to halt production of electricity.

4. It is recommended that the module remains packed in the box until time of installation.

5. Do not touch terminals while module is exposed to light or during installation. Provide suitable guards to prevent contact with 30VDC or greater. As an added precaution, use properly insulated tools only.

6. Do not drop module or allow objects to fall on the module.

7. Do not stand or step on module.

8. Since sparks may be produced, do not install module where flammable gases or vapors are present.

9. Never leave a module unsupported or unsecured. If a module should fall, the glass can break. A module with broken glass cannot be repaired and must not be used.

10. Work only under dry conditions, with dry module and tools.

11.Module installation and operation should be performed by qualified personnel only. Children should not be allowed near the solar electric installation.

12. If not otherwise specified, it is recommended that requirements of the latest local, national or regional electric codes be followed.

13. Use module for its intended function only.

14. Do not artificially concentrate sunlight on the module.

15. The word "module" as used in this Guide refers to one or more photovoltaic modules (panels).

Warning
1. All instructions should be read and understood before attempting to install, wire, operate and maintain the photovoltaic module. Contact with electrically active parts of the module such as terminals can result in burns, sparks, and lethal shock whether the module is connected or disconnected.

2. Photovoltaic modules produce electricity when sunlight or other sources illuminate the front face. The voltage from a single module is not considered a shock hazard. When modules are connected in series, voltages are additive. When modules are connected in parallel, current is additive. Consequently, a multi-module system can produce high voltages and current which constitute an increased hazard.

With the hight cost of electricity continuing it rise without any guilt of raping the pocket of consumers or any conscious effort to change the direction of its output to clean up the environment and help restore Natures healthy balance people have started looking into and implementing renewable solar systems to cut their cost of power. Solar energy comes in many packages with solar panels that utilize the suns energy, wind turbines that use natures wind resource to produce an abundance of renewable electricity, and an excellent source for power if you live near a stream, water based systems to produce power.

 

If you are looking to reduce the cost of electricity look no further. Home Made Renewable Solar Energy is one of the best and most reliable renewable energy sources available. The most cost-effective  way to take advantage of the power of the sun is to build solar panels on your own. So, the question is: Do you want to say goodbye to electric bills and say hello to renewable energies? It is not difficult to change the direction of relying on your power company and simply become a do-it-your-selfer. It is easy enough for kids, teens, and yes adults. The parts can be aquired at your local hardware store or you can purchase a solar kit, that incldes all the parts required to be generating your own energy from the sun. Several small solar panels will power up small appliances or  small tools in ;your workshop. Or for the very adventurous and determined alternative energy seeker, you can build solar panels to service a much larger electric load.

 

Many resources and guides are available  with detailed instructions. Not only will building your own power source but you can also feel proud that you are doing your part for the environment as well. Declaring your independence from fossil fuels andmaking a much needed impact on the owrld and in your neighborhood is such a wonderful contribution to planet earth. Mother Nature will thank you for taking advantage of her natural resources. Make the choice to go solar sun, solar wind today, it is dollars in your pocket.

Solar Energy">To a Better Way Of Life!

Dale McAdoo
http://www.articlesbase.com/diy-articles/solar-renewable-engery-you-can-build-your-own-690499.html

Hello,
I want to install solar panels on my roof. We get PLENTY of sun light here in florida. So we were wondering about how much would it cost to have them installed? are atleast how much for the setup because I have friends that offered to install them there Air Force Electricians so it shouldn’t be a problem. I’m not wanting to run the who house on Solar Power just help cut the bill cost. So could you give me some Ideas?

Some ideas. Hmm, I came across a great site that offers a lot of good information about solar energy and the installation of it, including links to applicable government sites and related sites that offer great grants/tax credits, etc. Check it out, I’m sure it’s worth it:

http://yourhandymanzone.com/Your_Handyman_Zone_How_To_Pages_Home_Improvement_Zone_Alternative_Energy_Systems.htm

Hi-tech ways to capture enough sunlight per day every day to power everything in a home or business hasn’t been discovered yet. The current cost of solar panels can run into thousands of pounds, which would require the panels to produce electricity for years without maintenance in order to see a return on investment. What is needed is more grants available to people to enable them to afford renewable energy in the homes. Otherwise only the relatively well off will be able to afford paying over £2000 for solar panels and then saving money over the next 10-20 years. B & Q and other retailers in the UK have now started to advertise solar and wind turbines on TV, they must becoming more mainstream for them to do this.

Currently, many people use solar panels, which can be placed on a side of a roof to attract sunlight during the day to heat a small number of rooms and water. Solar panels can be purchased at a number of locations throughout the UK, as well as online. To view UK companies involved in renewable sources of energy see the green directory. Panels do a great job of helping families and businesses to conserve energy. Hopefully, solar panels will become a part of daily life, in order to prevent the disappearance of natural resources and to maintain energy conservation. In August 2006 high street chain Currys have said that they will start to sell off the shelf solar panels at a substantial discount to existing suppliers. Also, houses that are being built locally now have wind turbines attached to create energy! At last progress from the house builders are making an effort – they can be the real drivers behind this change.

In the recent 2006 Budget announcement by Gorden Brown, millions of pounds have been allocated to helping homes and businesses take advantage of renewable energy and the benefits that it brings. This is a welcoming strategy by the government. More and more homes are also attaching mini-wind turbines to their homes to boost the electricity generated by solar panels, British Gas (Centrica) have recently been looking for volunteers to pilot this with.

Developing countries with sunny climates such as Africa are the perfect place to take advantage of this renewable energy especially in rural areas that are not connected to the national grid for electricity. There needs to be a commitment from the G8 and other government around the world in providing funds to achieve this.

I have just read about the founding of google and the founders are keep to develop solar power and have invested in a number of companies that have solar panels attached to like a mat that you can roll out and stick onto a building instead of the current large, expensive panels that are available at the moment!

Davinos Greeno
http://www.articlesbase.com/home-improvement-articles/renewable-energy-and-solar-power-84548.html

You might belong to those home owners who are having second thoughts on purchasing his own solar garden lights (or any other type of solar lighting or gadgets for that matter) if only because you have doubts about the efficiency of these gadgets. People somehow doubt whether or not these sun-powered gadget would really deliver what the manufacturers advertise they can do.

 

If many of the home owners who have already bought and installed their solar garden lights on their yards are really happy about the quality of the product that they get. Most outdoor lights nowadays are really efficient and reliable regardless of the kind of brand – this is because manufacturers are in fierce competition with one another and so they want to capture a good share of the market by selling excellent quality solar products.

 

What makes this type of outdoor solar lighting click? Here are some of the reasons why garden solar lights are better than the conventional outdoor lights.

 

Solar lights are made up of solar cells, without which the lights will not be able to work as no solar energy is harnessed. And so PV or photovoltaic cells are the special components not found in ordinary lights; they make the collection of energy from the sun and its conversion to solar power possible.

 

Solar garden lights are built with light emitting diode lights or LED lights. They are made of advanced materials making them several levels higher than the ordinary lights in terms of quality in providing illumination to your garden and home exteriors.

 

What makes garden solar lights a hit among home owners is that they are known to run efficiently for many hours in a day without any need for any battery changes. Of course being sun power-run, you never need electricity for these sun-powered gadgets. Normally, these lights that are fully exposed to the rays of the sun will be able to gather energy and transform it to power, enough for the lights to illuminate for 8 to a maximum of 10 hours non-stop.

 

Overall, the benefits that we can take advantage of solar garden lights are significant, although there is one drawback. In terms of illumination, these lights are not as bright as the usual lighting. Hence, many home owners really buy solar lighting as mainly accents to beautify their homes.

 

If you are greatly interested in other solar lights, solar panels and sun-powered gadget topics and discussions, do visit our http://solarlightsandgizmos.com/ blog.

Ernesto Maitim
http://www.articlesbase.com/gadgets-and-gizmos-articles/efficient-solar-garden-lights-for-homeowners-514038.html

I was looking to get a solar panel installation quote for my house, and preferably a free quote.

Usually solar panels are expensive. The solar panel + installation can cost you thousands of dollars. You will need a professional to install your solar panel.
Why don't you try to do it yourself? There are do-it-yourself guide that are very cheap. It will show you also where to buy th cheapest materials. All in all, you can get it for less than $200. But be careful. some of them are scams.
I can show you one that is not and will really help you in building your own solar panel. Here's the link
http://33ad5gyef4cwavbnp8mmp24o68.hop.clickbank.net/?tid=ANNEQ

If you're not interested, maybe you can check out some articles about it. It might help you.
http://hubpages.com/hub/green-energy-sol…
http://hubpages.com/hub/Low-Cost-Solar-P…
http://hubpages.com/hub/DIY-Home-Solar-P…

I hope these will help you.
Good luck

Many individuals, especially those who are newbies in solar technology might wonder how solar panel works.  But first, what is a home solar panel? This is a sun-powered gadget that collects and utilizes the energy from the sun via its rays and converting them into power.

Some residents use home solar panel gadgets to act as alternative source of power for their small home appliances, effectively complementing the electricity consumption from the local utility.

Still there are home owners who invest on residential solar panels that can fully power the home, running all its appliances, water heater and even the swimming pool. However, for you to own and install your own home solar panel that will work as sole source of your everyday power requirements can be very costly. A solar panel unit actually has an exorbitant price of several thousand dollars.

Now, how solar panel works can be answered simply. It has photovoltaic cells in the panels that mainly work by collecting the energy from the rays of the sun that falls on them. Such photovoltaic cells effectively convert solar energy into electricity for home use.

You can very well consider these gadgets as investments, because you need to shell out a sizeable amount of money in order to purchase and install them as your power source. It is certainly a serious investment as albeit you only have to spend an initial sum of money, the amount needed is really a big one. After the purchase you need not worry about it as the solar gadgets runs on its own, creating endless supply of power for your residence with the help, of course, of the sun.

Many advocates of clean and green environment recommend the utilization of home solar panel if only because the energy that it gathers and converts to power comes from the sun. Hence, the produced power is clean and harmless to the world environment. Likewise, you need not worry about solar energy running out as the supply is endless. Solar energy is clean renewable energy, and so is considered as the best alternative energy there is.

For more photovoltaic cells and home solar panel articles, do visit our Solar Panel World blog.

Ernesto Maitim
http://www.articlesbase.com/gadgets-and-gizmos-articles/how-solar-panel-works-running-your-homes-with-these-sunpowered-gadgets-643153.html