What is the best Solar, Wind Energy Diy Guide.I am good with my hands and have a lot of time. Might give it a go.

I bought this. It works - http://diysolarpanelsfordummies.blogspot.com/

can provide the power necessary to, at the very least, avoid a precipitous drop-off in the human population due to energy starvation?

Is the problem that they’ve never had a decent course in physical chemistry, and thus lack the understanding of how physical principles pertain to the science of economy?
Stu,

It’s ExxonMobil, and I’ve never worked for them. On the other hand, one of the primary conspirators behind the AGW fraud is the Rockefeller Crime Family, which made their fortune from the ExxonMobil cartel (formerly Standard Oil).

Very true, but seems to me that the upper eshelon is also full of many hipocrites. Al Gore is making bank by trading carbon credits…which doesn’t actually reduce Co2 levels, but spent $10,000 in utility bills. One of the more active enviromentalists has a home with redwood floors.
The governors and senators traveling to Copenhaugen made a larger carbon footprint than most when they flew in style to the conference, meanwhile bilking money from the taxpayer for this little luxurious weekend to which Pelosi won’t answer any questions on.
Seems to be one big corrupt venture into catering to themselves and stiffing the taxpayer.
As for a ‘Green" source of power, Nuclear power plants are pretty green and have limited waste, yet congress stands in the way of building new ones. The Obama administration is also trying to shut down the coal industry even though we are the ’saudi arabia’ of coal.

Hi, i need help to determine parts required for a complete solar project for my seniour Engineering designing class.The panels have to be integrated with special mirrors to enhance production of power.
I need a list of all the parts required.It should include all the sensors and stuff.

It’s your project, you should do the work, but you have the order wrong.

first task is to develop a set of specifications, such as voltage, current, time, amount of sun.

then do a design based on those specifications

Then develop a parts list based on the design.

PS, most solar cells and panels have max temperature limits, and using mirrors may exceed those limits and cause damage.

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I know that Metropolitan Community College in Kansas City offers certs in solar energy. What other colleges offer these?

these sites will help u 2 to get courses on solar related subjects……

www.mccae.org/

www.luna.edu/course/ASE202/
www.emagister.co.uk/wind_energy_courses-ek1205.htm

Some states like TX and NJ will subsidize solar energy 40% worth.
But the technology to date has been quite costly in spite of these states’ subsidizing the cost. However, solar energy is starting to turn the corner cost-effectively in the past year or two.
Why is there no serious encouragement from the federal gov’t to encourage homeowners to install solar energy panels by offerering subsidies or rebates for installing it?
Would this be a good idea?

great idea…but the time hasent come yet. I came accross a new, proven and tested home made wind power system and solar power system which eliminates our electricity bills. It was written by a Renewable energy enthusiasts Michael Harvey the diy called Earth4energy. You can get your copy to save energy and help environment while eliminating your power bills. Get it from here:

http://how-to-build-cheap-solar-energy.blogspot.com/

I am doing a science fair project that deals with solar energy. i was just confused with the part that deals with measuring using a digital multimeter.

Can anyone help me by explaining how to do this project? It is online at …

http://sciencebuddies.com/science-fair-projects/project_ideas/Energy_p004.shtml?fave=no&isb=c2lkOjEsaWE6RW5lcmd5LHA6MixyaWQ6NDcyNzAxOA&from=TSW

This is the multimeter I am using:

http://www.frys.com/product/4108273

Questions:
Is the V symbol with a squiggly line on the top the one I use to find the open circuit voltage? Or
is the V with a dashed line on top and a full line?

What do I use to measure the short-circuit current?

*** I already have the red and black clips from the solar panel connected to the ones of the multimeter. I need to know how to measure the maximum power available from the solar panel. Also, if someone can explain this project in simpler terms it would be helpful. I think I already know what I am supposed to do, but I am just confused.

(So, am I supposed to tilt the solar panel at different angles then measure the maximum output from each position and see which angle produced the most output power?)

THANKS!!! Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also, the sooner the better. I hope to place 1st place this year and the more time and effort I put on this project, the better.

The red V with squiggly line is AC power. That is what the house runs on and is on the output of an inverter, which you don’t have. The V with the dashed line is DC power. That is the output of the solar panel, you’ll use that for measuring the voltage.

To measure the current, move the red lead to the A plug and move the dial to Amps. Measure across the leads.

You’ll see when you tilt the panel at different angles, the output will change as the sun hits the panels straight on.

Please watch this short video showing how to measure panels. http://www.altestore.com/video/video-Solar-Panel-Testing-v3/

The more, the better. The arguments should be at least remotely feasible. I’m looking for ecological arguments why Solar Energy is a better alternative than Nuclear Reactors.

They both have their place, so if you’re planning for a debate, you’ll have to take this into consideration. Your argument should be for solar, but not against complete replacement of nuclear. If you argue the latter, you’re sure to lose, unless your opponents are incompetent.

But to answer your question directly:

- Solar can provide heat directly, without being converted to mechanical motion and then electricity. It is thus more efficient at heating (say) water.

- Solar scales down well, so a single house system can be feasibly installed. A nuclear reactor needs at least an apartment-building load to be feasible. And they would only do that in Russia, because

- Nuclear reactor technology can be used to breed weapons materials. And even if you couldn’t construct an A-bomb, if you could order fuel for your home reactor, a bad person could grind it up into a fine power that would make a hazardous mess when blown up in a public place.

- The nuclear waste and radiation hazard also make nuclear unsuitable for single-home usage. These are not as much of a problem for a centralized plant.

I came accross a new, proven and tested home made wind power system and solar power system which eliminates our electricity bills. It was written by a Renewable energy enthusiasts Michael Harvey the diy called Earth4energy. You can get your copy to save energy and help environment while eliminating your power bills. Get it from here:

http://how-to-build-cheap-solar-energy.blogspot.com/

I, like my girl Fae, am writing a persuasive speech for English class. I am a Go Green girl all the way! But I need some more examples on how, and reasons why, the class should Go Green and conserve energy. I would greatly appreciate it if you guys could help me out. And if you could, look for Fae’s question, "Why is it important to read books?" It would help her out a lot too.

All of this is explained in detail in the instructable.
http://www.instructables.com/id/50-Ways-to-Reduce-Your-Impact/

step 1: Change to CFLs
step 2: Up 2 degress in summer, 2 down in winter
step 3: Recycle your junk mail
step 4: Don’t let your water continue running
step 5: Make a Compost pile!
step 6: Unplug unused electronics
step 7: Plant a tree!
step 8: Buy local!
step 9: Use masstransit, carpool, walking, biking
step 10: Make sure your tires are inflated
step 11: Use a line to dry your clothes
step 12: Turn off the pilot flame of your gas furnace in the summer
step 13: Use Tote bags when you shop!
step 14: Install low-flow sink and faucet aerators
step 15: Full loads of dish washing and clothes cleaning
step 16: Get rid of excess weight in your car
step 17: Throw away bottle caps
step 18: Turn off the lights when you leave the room
step 19: Energy Star
step 20: Air Seal your home
step 21: Insulate your walls
step 22: Fresh Filters
step 23: Cheap Insulation: Rugs
step 24: Power Strips
step 25: Computer sleep mode and hibernate mode
step 26: Printing and Photocopying
step 27: If you can, use recycled paper
step 28: Clean fridge or freezer coils
step 29: Brooms before Hoses
step 30: Shorten your showers
step 31: Don’t use so much detergant
step 32: Lawn mower blades
step 33: Wash your car on the lawn
step 34: Limit your play with the hose
step 35: Dont defrost food with running water
step 36: Cold water cycle
step 37: Dehumidifiers
step 38: Freezer fillers
step 39: Pressure cookers and microwaves
step 40: Cool down your spa when you are not using it
step 41: Get Tested, don’t be afraid to ask
step 42: Low Wattage is good wattage
step 43: Your Chemical Non-Romance
step 44: Combine errands and trips
step 45: Get regular engine tuneups
step 46: Smooth Driving
step 47: Grasscycling
step 48: Mulching
step 49: Non-Recyclable Water Jugs
step 50: Reuse Computer Paper

I am doing a science fair project that deals with solar energy. i was just confused with the part that deals with measuring using a digital multimeter.

Can anyone help me by explaining how to do this project? It is online at …

http://sciencebuddies.com/science-fair-p…

This is the multimeter I am using:

http://www.frys.com/product/4108273

Questions:
Is the V symbol with a squiggly line on the top the one I use to find the open circuit voltage? Or
is the V with a dashed line on top and a full line?

What do I use to measure the short-circuit current?

*** I already have the red and black clips from the solar panel connected to the ones of the multimeter. I need to know how to measure the maximum power available from the solar panel. Also, if someone can explain this project in simpler terms it would be helpful. I think I already know what I am supposed to do, but I am just confused.

(So, am I supposed to tilt the solar panel at different angles then measure the maximum output from each position and see which angle produced the most output power?)

THANKS!!! Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also, the sooner the better. I hope to place 1st place this year and the more time and effort I put on this project, the better.
Fixed Link:
http://sciencebuddies.com/science-fair-projects/project_ideas/Energy_p004.shtml?fave=no&isb=c2lkOjEsaWE6RW5lcmd5LHA6MixyaWQ6NDcyNzAxOA&from=TSW
For the first response, I can’t get my computer to enable the yahoo communications thing or something so I can’t email u. but my project is on science buddies titled Get Something for Nothing: Free Power from the Sun

‘404 Error: The page you are looking for does not exist. ‘ for your first link!

Typically a wavey line will measure the rms voltage for an AC voltage, but a solar panel is a DC (Direct Current) device, so you’ll want the one with a flat line.

The maximum power output will depend on the light you put into the thing - you probably won’t have enough light to work out the true maximum power output of the solar panel. You can shine as much light on it as possible and you should get the most output when the light is going straight into the panel, ie is perpendicular - but for your report you’ll want to do what the experiment says (the one on the webpage I can’t find! )

You can work out the efficiency of a solar panel from its current-voltage characteristics provided you have 2 multimeters and a voltage source. If you want to know how to do this, feel free to email me off my profile - this might get you better marks

I am thinking of utilizing geothermal, wind, and solar energy generation. Can I do that on my land?

You need to find out what potential your property has. Any of the three will work but the question is what will be the better of the three and at what cost. Geothermal, while one of the best forms of electricity, is also the most expensive to place in areas where Geothermal heat is located to deep underground to be practical to be harnessed.

Wind energy can be very efficient and cheap to harness but in areas where the wind doesn’t blow consistently wind generation can be a frivolous pursuit.

Solar energy while not as efficient is very cheap and can be set up in pretty much any location that gets a good supply of light. The down side to solar energy is the fact that current capture capabilities of solar are only about 10% at the very best (8% is industry standard to date) The lack of efficiency in the collection cells makes it necessary to build Immense collectors to make up for the deficiency in energy capture.

You might begin by conducting a few simple tests to see what energy would best be created on your location. Other than that I would consider only making what you need to sustain your own life on 300 acres because what you will get out of a commercial endevour is minimal.