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A Brief History Of Solar Power

Throughout human being’s long history, both the recorded and prehistoric periods, the warmth of the sun has been put to use. Early homes were situated in locations that received a great deal of heat and light and later on methods for distillation of water and cooking of food using only the sun’s rays were developed as well. Today, the sun is being regarded as a fundamentally untapped natural resource but millions of people have begun to explore the remarkable benefits of solar power. Read more…

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Solar Panels: There Is A Better Way

There is no question that solar panels are a terrific way to cut energy costs, reduce your carbon emissions and make you more self-sufficient. There can be no argument about that.

These magical devices harness the energy of the sun and convert it to another type of energy. Generally the power that results can be used to heat your home, for example or to power anything from your electric shaver to your computer.

As a result, solar panels are now becoming extremely popular in urban areas, where alternative energy advocates and lawmakers are creating incentives for this friendly and quiet alternative energy source. Read more…

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Renewable Solar Power

Solar power is used not only for businesses but also for private homes as well instead of traditional energy resources. The main benefit of using it is that it is renewable – solar power can not run out and as long as there is sunlight, power can be generated. Read more…

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The Affects Of Clouds On A Solar Panel

Solar panels hold a wealth of benefits, both for individuals and for the world at large. Economically, solar panels promise to lower the cost of electrical power. Environmentally, solar panels can give us cleaner power, sustainable power that will not require further damage to the environment. Solar power can reach remote areas. It can carry education or urgently needed medical information.

The affects of clouds on a solar panel, though, might diminish those and other promising benefits.

The affects of clouds on a solar panel might make it far less efficient in certain parts of the world and during certain seasons.

For that reason, people who are considering solar panels for their homes are often heard to ask: will clouds affect my solar panels? Read more…

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Compact Electric Power Generator For The Home Based On Solar Energy

The small solar-power generator for homes is waiting to be built as of today. Parts and components for a solar power generator have been invented, developed and in operation for many years but the full electrical equipment that powers up a home has not been integrated and is not ready for the market place.

The home power generator (HPG) based on sun heat requires a small solar dish to collect the heat, a small Stirling engine capable of moving a 3 KWh electrical generator, the power generator and a battery system to store one or two days generated electricity. The battery bank would then supply 24/7 electricity to any outlet upon demand. An additional gas heater installation can be included to backup the lack of sun light, making the system a reliable alternative. Components for this home power generator have yet to be integrated into an appliance homeowners can buy at Sears, Home Depot or other stores and have it installed.  Larger Power Generators using Stirling Engine are a reality and have been developed by Infinia Corporation for the California Solar Plant. Read more…