Solar Energy is a renewable resource that doesn’t just save you money on that monthly electric bill, but benefits the entire planet we live on. Solar power is often looked over because it is not yet widely used on residential homes, although it has been used around the world for years. In this article are …
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First Wind Turbine at Ski Resort
Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort in Hancock, MA begins generating its own power today. Friday August 3, 2007, the blades of a GE 1.5 MW wind turbine caught the Berkshire breeze and began generating electricity to directly satisfy Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort’s electrical demands. With such a high demand for electricity, businesses are turning toward alternative …
FAQ About Power From the Sun
Do I need to have an electrician help me install a small system? Where is solar electricity practical to use? How complicated is putting a solar electric system in my boat or RV? Is solar electricity really as good as it sounds? Have questions about solar power and whether or not you home is compatible …
Behind Solar Panels
Solar power is the basis for all life on earth! Solar heating has been used for thousands of years to warm dwellings. OtherPower.com explains the basics of solar panels and how they are able to transform sunlight into electricity we use daily.
Total Primary Energy Supply
Total primary energy supply Solar power systems installed in the areas defined by the dark disks could provide a little more than the world’s current total primary energy demand (assuming a conversion efficiency of 8%). That is, all energy currently consumed, including heat, electricity, fossil fuels, etc., would be produced in the form of electricity …