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Solar panels
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar panels & photovoltaic cells
Solar panels can be used to exploit solar energy that, when absorbed, can be an efficient source of energy for electricity and heating. In addition, the power that is produced by solar panels can be used for many other things. The last time when solar panels were considered to be extremely efficient was in the [...]
Solar powered water fountains
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar powered products
Installing a water fountain is an easy and inexpensive way to add color and variety to a garden. Using a solar powered fountain make the task even simpler by removing the need for wiring, and it saves money by using free electricity. Solar fountains are available in a range of styles to suit any garden, [...]
Solar air conditioners
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar powered products
If you are like many people today, you have probably heard a lot about the problems that are associated with global warming and how they are affecting us. Scientists agree that the earth cannot continue to sustain the large amounts of carbon dioxide and other dangerous pollutants that we are using at such high levels. [...]
Solar power equipment
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar power systems
For many years people depended on the energy that was supplied to them without worrying about where it was coming from or what it was doing to the environment. However, in recent years this has become less and less true as people have started to realize that the damaging effects of global warming and how [...]
Solar security light
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar powered products
Everyone has those areas of their home that just do not feel safely illuminated at night. One of the reasons that these areas exist is because there is no appropriate power source in the area for them to set up a good security lighting system. If this is the case with your home, then you [...]
Evacuated tube
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
An evacuated tube collection system is one that relies on a series of vacuum sealed glass tubes that are lined up and kept inside a special panel box. The evacuated tubes are lined up next to each other in a parallel manner. There are generally four of the tubes in a single system, but this [...]
Solar and wind power for residential use
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar power systems
In recent years, technology has started to truly increase when it comes to the efficiency of renewable energy sources, making them even more accessible to people who are looking to try and break away from the traditional forms of energy that the utility companies rely on. There are many reasons why solar and wind power [...]
Solar panel charge controller
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar power systems
If you are using solar powered energy to charge batteries and appliances, then chances are you need a solar panel charge controller. Anytime that you hook up an item to a solar charger then you run the risk of inputting too many volts and therefore causing damage to the system or the batteries. This is [...]
Solar attic fan
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar powered products
Solar energy is becoming a more viable option for a lot of people who are looking to divert rising energy costs and to help become more environmentally friendly by making all of their appliances as energy efficient as possible. One of the items that people are starting to use more and more is the solar [...]
Solar power panels: photovoltaic modules at work
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar panels & photovoltaic cells
Many people wonder what is PV solar power? People have often heard about it, but are uncertain of the meaning. Although solar power may be familiar to them, many do not have the slightest conception of PV solar power and what makes it so different. PV solar power is the root of the sun’s power. [...]
Active solar energy for space & water heating
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
Solar heating is one of the oldest uses of the sun’s energy, and with energy costs rising again its benefits are attracting renewed interest. The two types of solar heating are passive and active, both similar but different in one important way. Passive solar heaters rely on the thermosyphon effect to move fluid around their [...]
Solar collector tube
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar panels & photovoltaic cells
Many people are trying to become environmentally friendly with their energy usage so that they can do their part to help out with the effects of greenhouse gasses and global warming. When someone decides to do this, there is also the added bonus of having reduced payments sent in to the large energy corporations. However, [...]
Tankless solar water heater
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
If you have ever messed around with installing and fixing a traditional water heater, then you know the difficulty that you can have with the tank. One of the largest complaints that people receive is the problems with tanks rupturing or leaking onto their floors. One way to fix this problem and to save a [...]
Wind turbine power system
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar power systems
If you have the land, and maybe live in an area of the plains that has an abundance of wind, then using wind turbine power to supply your energy needs is something that might be a feasible option. In fact, a lot of the large power companies are starting to set up wind turbine power [...]
Solar heat pump
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
If you are one of the many households that are looking to find a way to use more of the renewable natural energy sources, while at the same time cutting back on your dependence of the big energy companies, then a solar heat pump could be just the thing you are looking for. This is [...]
Flexible solar panel
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar panels & photovoltaic cells
Because environmental issues such as pollution and the cleanliness of energy are becoming more of a concern, scientists and environmentalists have made it easier to use clean energy sources in our homes and offices. One of the cleanest energy sources available is the sun, and harnessing and using solar energy has become a popular way [...]
Solar power plant
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar power systems
A solar power plant is not the best way to harness solar energy for everyday use but as technology increases, they may be the wave of the future. The solar collectors take up too much space in comparison to the amount of electricity generated to make them feasible as a complete replacement for traditional power [...]
How to make a solar oven
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
A solar oven uses a reflector to focus sunlight onto a cooking container enclosed in an insulated box. It is also called a box cooker, and is one of the three main types of solar cooker, the others being the panel and parabolic. The process of making a solar oven is simple enough that most [...]
Home solar panels
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar panels & photovoltaic cells
If you are sick and tired of paying huge electric bills, then perhaps you should consider going solar. Even if you are not convinced that you should purchase solar panels, there are some other ways to use the energy of the sun without installing a panel system. A solar panel is designed to absorb the [...]
Solar power vs. Conventional electricity generation
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar energy facts
Recently there have been a number of controversies around the world regarding the condition of the Earth. The issue of global warming has led to debates regarding two alternate sources of energy — solar power and conventional electricity generation. There is definitely good reason to rethink our lifestyles and be concerned with the global effects [...]
Solar energy: Advantages and limitations
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar energy facts
Solar energy is power derived from the rays of the sun. It is considered to be one, if not the most, environmentally friendly source of energy that can be used on earth. Studies up to this point in time, indeed, show that generating power or heat using solar energy does not produce the same environmental [...]
How to install solar panels
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar panels & photovoltaic cells
Trying to figure out how to install solar panels that will work for your needs is a question that involves several considerations. Installation needs vary from adding on to an existing building or if you’re starting with new construction. Where and how to install solar panels also depends on weather, climate, site geography and type [...]
Portable solar panels
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar panels & photovoltaic cells
Using solar energy to produce clean energy to power our homes and businesses requires special equipment that contains materials that make it possible to capture, store, and distribute the energy produced by the sun. One of the most common components in any type of solar energy product is the solar panel. This piece of equipment [...]
Passive solar energy for home heating
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar energy facts
The use of passive solar has gained enormous fame as a result of its practicality. This inexpensive method of heating homes is free forever once the initial investment is made into producing the system. It is no wonder this method is so popular. The use of passive solar in homes within cold regions is effective [...]
Solar fountain
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar powered products
One of the most beautiful ways to create a peaceful, calming environment in your home or garden is to add a fountain to your favorite space. Fountains come in a wide range of styles, sizes, and colors, from small desktop fountains to large garden fountains that have large sprays of water. The right fountain can [...]
DIY home solar power
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar power systems
Many people who are in need of getting home solar panels as an extra or alternative power source have second thoughts with this system. For a household with many appliances, more solar panels are needed. Certainly solar energy promises to save you money once it is being used, but the cost of buying and installing [...]
Solar garden lights
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar powered products
Solar garden lights are the perfect solution to your outdoor lighting needs. There are two main considerations when choosing lighting for your outdoor spaces. The first is safety – you wouldn’t want anyone tripping on the path to your house or through your garden. The second consideration would be using garden lights as decorative accents. [...]
Solar shingles
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar panels & photovoltaic cells
Using solar energy is an ideal way to produce cleaner energy and reduce reliance on more traditional forms of energy production. However, some homeowners hesitate to use solar energy in their homes because of the way the solar panels used to produce this energy change the appearance of their roofs. Solar panels are very noticeable [...]
How to build a solar pool heater
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
Building a solar pool heater will allow you to capture the benefits of the sun to enjoy a warm dip with your family and friends. Swimming or experiencing an outdoor spa is ten times better when you have warm water to enjoy. A heated pool can be enjoyed anytime, spring or autumn, even on cold [...]
Solar cooker
Posted by Solar energy guru | Filed under Solar thermal solutions
When thinking about the applications of solar energy, most people think about heating water or powering solar lights. However, solar energy can also be used for other purposes. One of the applications of solar energy that is having a great positive impact on the environment is the use of the solar cooker to cook food, [...]
