Solar Power
August 13, 2008
Flexible Solar Panels by PowerFilm - Revolutionary Solar Film Technology
Through the use of a proprietary process, PowerFilm is the first – and only – company that manufacturers and sells flexible solar panels - "monolithically-integrated solar panels on plastic using a true roll-to-roll manufacturing process”. Former 3M research physicists, Dr. Frank Jeffrey and Dr. Derrick Grimmer, founded the company in 1988 with a goal to develop and manufacture thin film panels in high volume and at low cost. The two scientists have a combined 65 years of experience in the semiconductor and solar energy research and development fields.
The benefits of this product are numerous. Roll-to-roll manufacturing decreases material handling costs, printed interconnects enable automated connection of individual cells, and the production of flexible solar panels requires as little as 1% of the amount of silicon used in rigid crystalline panels. In addition, the sunlight absorber layer is cadmium free (environmentally friendly), as well as a commercially viable, low cost technology. PowerFilm panels are 13 inches wide and can be up to 2,400 feet long.
Photos courtesy of PowerFilm
13 Aug 2008 | Solar Power | Comments (0)
July 30, 2008
Retrofit An Existing Heating System With Solarsheat Sun-powered Panels
It’s now possible to retrofit an existing heating system by installing a Solarsheat heating solar panel package. The Solarsheat Furnace Retrofit consists of (a minimum of) four panels, a solar fan and a solar thermostat. When installed with additional R12 insulated duct, the system boosts – or replaces - an existing heating system with pre-heated air produced by the solar heating panels.
The retrofitted insulated ducts attach to the furnace’s cold air return. When the solar thermostat calls for action on a sunny day, solar and furnace fans activate and blow solar heated air through the existing duct work. The result: a substantial decrease in energy costs due to retrofitting an existing heating system with solar panels. Solarsheat is Energy Star and SRCC certified.
Photos courtesy of Your Solar Home, Inc.
30 Jul 2008 | Solar Power | Comments (0)
July 24, 2008
Solar Installation Kits offered at AlternativeEnergy.com
AlernativeEnergy.com offers several solar installation kits, including the Quickmount 1.1kW grid-tied photovoltaic power system seen above. This is the lowest priced (and smallest) system with kits for shake, compost and tile roofs priced at $8,503. The kit includes 6 Evergreen solar panels, a 12-pack of QuickMount PV, a Kaco a Blue Planet 1501xi 1500W inverter and 2 UniRac Solarmount rail sets, as well as the other miscellaneous items required for an installation.
24 Jul 2008 | Solar Power | Comments (0)
July 15, 2008
Solar System Leasing Program
Solar roof panels are an excellent option for reducing your carbon footprint and decreasing your dependence on power supplied by utility companies, while saving on monthly bills. However, the initial financial output required can create a roadblock for many homeowners. SolarCity has introduced a new solar system leasing program that may benefit those who wish to avoid a substantial upfront expenditure.
15 Jul 2008 | Solar Power | Comments (0)
July 9, 2008
Residential Solar Panels from Sunpower - roof panels installation
Concerns with both increasing utility costs and a smaller carbon footprint are leading larger numbers of homeowners to investigate the benefits of installing solar panels on the roof. Sunpower offers sleek, black, high-efficiency residential solar panels that deliver superior results in an aesthetically pleasing fashion.
Although the initial financial output may be a bit daunting; calculating the economic return can help ease a case of sticker shock. Sunpower’s site provides a Solar Calculator feature to help potential clients analyze the cost of a residential roof installation, applicable tax credits and projected savings for their particular location.
Sunpower's success stories include a testimonial from a Saratoga, California homeowner with a 56-panel installation who saved 98% on his electric bill in first year, a Westport, Connecticut homeowner who saves 84% annually and a Los Gatos, California homeowner who enjoys a reduction of 83% per year.
9 Jul 2008 | Solar Power | Comments (0)
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