Archive for November, 2009
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 ...
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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 ...
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Saturday, November 28th, 2009
http://www.iqsolarpower.com/en/index.html - Finished DIY solar panel.Duration : 0:0:52
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Saturday, November 28th, 2009
Ryan Davis - Solar WindsDuration : 0:7:52
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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
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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