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Answer this question - Do you want to save thousands

off the cost of solar panels? Of course you do!


You can now make solar panels at home!

You have probably read about it or seen it

on TV, but have you tried it yourself?


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IT WORKS! Our product has been put to the test by thousands of people worldwide. We are the most popular product in this market because our guides and videos are the best available.

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You can reduce your power bill. By making your own solar panels and/or wind turbines you can combine them and significantly reduce your power bill, you can even eliminate it completely!

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Save money by making your own solar panels rather than purchasing retail panels. Depending on the system size this alone can save you thousands!

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Do your part for the environment! If you are looking for a way to go green then this is the perfect resource for you.

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This is a fun DIY project that you are really going to enjoy. You can then show your friends and family what you have built. I'm sure they will be impressed!

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Monday, October 24, 2011

Innovations Emerge to Boost Solar Panel Power

Power electronics that can boost energy production from solar panels have emerged in recent years as a favorite among venture capital investors. On Monday, that trend continues with the announcement that an Israeli startup, SolarEdge, has raised $37 million from VCs.

SolarEdge belongs to a cadre of companies that have developed devices to track the energy output of solar panels and optimize their production. Before the emergence of these devices, energy produced by each solar panels traditionally flows to a central inverter, which converts the direct current to alternating current to feed the grid (or be used on site). The central inverter also tracks energy output, but it typically is responsible for about a dozen solar panels or so. Because these panels are commonly strung together in series, one poor performing panel can drag down the power production of the rest of the panels, and shade and debris can be major culprits for reducing a solar panel’s production.  click here for more......

HOW TO BUILD A SOLAR PANEL PART 5 (5 OF 18)

Thursday, October 13, 2011

HOW TO BUILD A SOLAR PANEL PART 1 (1 OF 18)

ARE SOLAR PANELS AFFORDABLE?



QUESTION:

I'm re-doing my roof. 
Is it workable?
Can I get a government grant or something to put solar panels on my roof?
I know they did something like that for windows.

ANSWER:

I don't think you can get a government grant? At least not just yet... But, you can get a nice Tax break for having installed solar panels on your home or for some their backyard works well.

But, again you must be aware that having professionals install these panels can be quite costly. If you don't mind getting your hands a little dirty, tackling this project on your own isn't as hard as you might think! 

And you will be amazed at how much money you can save from the start. And if you get the family involved all the better! Building affordable solar panels for your home, is no pipe dream...But, you must be willing to do the work yourself! That's usually where most people fall short.
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- WHAT ARE SOLAR PANELS? -


What Are Solar Panels? 

Units containing one or many photovoltaic cells for the purpose of producing electricity are known as solar PV panels. As it is evident, the abbreviation 'PV' stands for Photovoltaic. The invention of Photovoltaic cells has led to the revolution of generating electricity through solar panels. At the early stages solar PV panels were only used on satellites and a few electronic devices. Nowadays, the innovation of technology has enabled anyone to use solar cells in any type of device they want in order to generate electricity. 

The types of solar PV cells

There are three types of PV cells. They are; monocrystalline, polycrystalline (or multicrystalline) and amorphous. All solar cells are made using silicone but they differ according to the method of production and structure.
Monocrystalline cells are considered the most effective and most expensive while polycrystalline cells take second place. Amorphous solar cells are the most inexpensive and least efficient.

The use of PV cells and panels

Upon invention, solar cells were used solely for space shuttles and were considered efficient yet as an expensive method of electricity production. As time progressed they were being used in almost any equipment, especially the ones that use low amounts of electricity. At present the use of solar cells has revolutionized the energy industry by being the number one replacement for electricity through finite fossil fuel.

Modern adaptation of solar power via photovoltaic technology

Speculations of future energy crisis, rising costs of electricity production and intense effects of global warming at its present stage has made solar power the most trusted form of alternative energy. The rapid developments in the field of photovoltaic technology have massively contributed this trend. Solar PV panels are now being built in various forms. Few good examples are; solar bricks that are replacing good old brick walls and cladding, roofing systems and glazing. In fact there are PV cell manufacturers who are able to build to solar panels according to any dimensions and measurements you want.

Solar PV panels for residential electricity

Solar PV panels are now available for very affordable prices in the market. Assembling your own solar electricity generator could be done within a matter of a couple of weeks by purchasing ready-made solar panels. Alternatively, thousands of residents are now taking a step forward by building their own solar panels with the help of professional DIY electricity guides. You could also hire a company to assemble a solar electricity unit for your house, but this could end up costing thousands of dollars more compared to the previous two methods.

By building your own solar panels not only do you gain experience which will allow you to build as many solar PV panels as you want overtime, but you also end up saving a hefty amount of money compared to applying this technology using the alternative methods.

Making your own solar panels requires some level of knowledge and experience in electronics and building. But the good news is that it is not something entirely difficult to learn. The basics of making your own solar panel can be found in this article about: building your own solar panels. Upon reading, you will be surprised to know that the steps are not difficult as they may seem. Residential wind turbinesare also an equally efficient technology that can be used for DIY electricity. Knowing how to build both of these devices not only would give you the ability to produce electricity and increase the value of your property, but it also helps you save money and protect the environment.


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