Solar Energy
Green Oil Anyone?
Central of photovoltaic panelsl. from Crestock Images Something is brewing in Mexico, and it’s not just the dreaded Swine Flu. Sustainable energy will be harnessed to harvest a conventional energy source. Thanks to a new innovation, solar energy will be used to pump petroleum from a Mexican oil well. A solar electric system will be [...]
Thin Film Solar Panels
sl greenish solar cells from Crestock Images What are thin film solar panels, and what could possibly be so exciting about them? Thin film solar panels operate in the same manner that regular solar panels do, the only difference being that they are a lot thinner and require far less materials and energy for construction. [...]
Solar Ink
Solar panel from Crestock Stock Photo Have you ever heard of solar ink? Well, there are some really smart people out there, creating some really smart inventions, and this is one of them. There is No Energy Shortage on Earth There is no energy shortage on earth, there is a shortage in technology to harvest [...]
What is CSP Solar Energy?
Solar panel from Crestock Images “CSP” stands for “Concentrated Solar Power” and refers to the type of solar power which is created by concentrating sunlight into a small area, thus creating intense light and heat which can in turn create power and electricity. Concentrated Solar Power is one of the technologies which has been developed [...]
Build Your Own Solar Hot Water Heater
Interior of a hall from Crestock High Quality Images It’s entirely possible to heat your water with solar energy, while saving money on your energy bill. You can also help clean up the environment by using solar power instead of using polluting fossil fuels. And if you want, you can even build your own solar [...]
Photovoltaic Cells
Central of photovoltaic panelsl. from Crestock Stock Photography As the world advances, new technologies arise – or, in some cases, older technologies are exhumed and improved upon. Although most people are under the impression that the field of photovoltaics is a new subject, based on recent invention, this is not actually the case. But first [...]
Facts about Solar Energy
In order to benefit from the use of solar energy, there are a few facts you should know. Knowing these facts can assist you to make sound decisions, when looking at the use of solar power as a clean energy source for your home, RV, or whatever the case may be.
Solar Cells
solar panel from Crestock Stock Photography A “solar cell” is a device which changes sunlight into electricity. More technically, a solar cell is also referred to as a “photovoltaic cell.” The term “photo” derives from the Greek word for “light,” and the term “voltaic” comes from the word “volt” which means “electrical force.” A “cell” [...]
Plug ‘n Play Solar Chargers
Reloads the world from Crestock Stock Photo With the recent introduction of plug-n-play solar chargers into the market, solar power is within the reach of just about anyone. You no longer have to be a technician or a tech savvy “do-it-yourself-er,” to be able to harness solar energy. What exactly is a plug-n-play solar charger? [...]
Solar Hot Water
Water lift station from Crestock Photos Solar hot water heating systems are an effective way of conserving energy and reducing your energy bill. Contrary to popular belief, solar water heating is not a new technology. Solar water heating systems have been used commercially for over a century now, with the first commercial water heater (the [...]
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