Archive for November, 2009

What should I do when the solar blanket on my pool is disintegrating?

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Just bought a house with a pool. I think we have an imbalance of chemicals, which is why the solar blanket is losing its bubbles. Is this toxic or dangerous? Can I still use the damaged blanket once I correct the chemicals? What is the life ...

what save more electricity? Solar panels over half my roof, or trees covering half my roof?

Monday, November 30th, 2009

I was wondering which would save more money in the electricity arena (I know tree's can damage roofs). I had heard that the shade provided by trees covering your house can help to greatly reduce summer electric bills. I had read that Solar panels need to go onto the south side ...

Make a Solar Panel DIY Part 4

Saturday, November 28th, 2009

http://www.iqsolarpower.com/en/index.html - Finished DIY solar panel.Duration : 0:0:52

Ryan Davis – Solar Winds

Saturday, November 28th, 2009

Ryan Davis - Solar WindsDuration : 0:7:52

Renovation Nation: Solar Panels

Saturday, November 28th, 2009

Follow Steve Thomas as he checks out a net zero house that generates all its own energy using solar panels. Watch more at http://planetgreen.discovery.com/tv/renovation-nation/Duration : 0:6:35

Is it possible to make homemade solar panels?

Friday, November 27th, 2009

I want to build my own solar panels. Are homemade solar panels possible? Is there a good book on the subject with detailed instructions? Yes, I've built them myself. I generate about 20% of my monthly power with homemade solar panels. I ordered a video and ebook I found online. I ...

How to install solar film on windows? Did you face any problems?

Friday, November 27th, 2009

I'm planning to buy solar films from the local DIY shop to install on my residential windows. For those who have done it, did you encounter problems? What exactly needs to be done to install them properly? If i screw up while doing it, can it be removed without damaging ...

What would be the life span of solar panels in space?

Friday, November 27th, 2009

I know the life span of solar panels on earth is around 20 year, but to me it seems that the life span of a solar panel in space would be longer due to there being not as environmental effects. From my pov, it will be forever unless its being dmg ...

Solar Energy and Hydropower energy would you say these are good energy resources?

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

Im doing a project for science on energy resources and i happened to chose solar and hydro power energy. I need some opinions about them.. Are these good energy sources..Tell me what you guys think. All power sources have drawbacks. The two you mention, like nuclear, are relatively clean, which ...

What is the best option for installing solar panels on the roof of my London home?

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

Should I use the solar panels to heat water or to store electricity, or both? How much will it cost for a 2 bedroom flat? Can I get a grant - if so how much? Solar panels for electricity are a bit of a waste of time in this ...