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Why is there not more passive solar homes ? I am a Greek ,and the Greeks are the inventor of solar heat.I think that with all the green house effect, that Gov. should give more incentive to people who build a solar home.What do you folks think about it ?
who builds solar homes in mississippi? interested in building
How come new houses aren't built with solar panels? With the ecology craze in full swing (electric cars, hydrogen fuel cells, recycling) You would think they would start building homes with solar panels, but you do you see any such thing going on? No.....
need instruction help for a high-school project of building a model of a solar home? my daughter needs some kind of help in how to build a model of a solar home for a class project. where can she go online to find help or even some photos of models
Why aren't more new homes built with Solar Panels? It would be a gret way to reduce our needs for fossil fuels, but we don't seem to be taking advantage of solar technology. Why not?
I want to power my new home I am building on solar power alone what will the cost be roughly? I also want to stay off the electric grid . It would cost an additional ten thousand dollars to be hooked into it and I want to be independant from utilities. Would solar panels and batteries power lights and T.V , computer , washer dryer ect.
How come new homes aren't built with solar panels? With all this "Go Green!" nonsense going on, you would think we would be graduating to better construction habits. Tankless water heaters, solar panels on roofs, compost heap areas in yards, WiFi- Broadband ready homes,etc.
Would this apply for a company building a home with solar panels? I am doing a research paper regarding building energy efficient homes in New Jersey. In a recent article I read: "For solar power, New Jersey residents could save almost half the cost of installing solar panels on their houses thanks to the plan. As outlined by the stimulus package, there's a 30 percent tax credit or grant that is available to anybody who installs solar panels through the end of 2010." Does anyone know if this would apply to a company building a house with solar panels? in other words, if a company built homes that come with solar panels arleady installed, could they recieve money from the gov't... (or tax credit, im not really sure what that is though) Thanks and please list sources if you have any
recently habitat for humanity built 10 homes using solar electric technology somewhere int he se. WHERE????? Anyone going to see the solar tours in late sept or oct
Building a SOLAR PANEL with ebay SOLAR CELLS? Hello all and thank you for helping! I'm building a solar panel with solar cells from ebay and I wanted to know what supplies will I need other than 1.Solar Cells 2.Soldering Gun 3.Solder 4.Flux Pen 5.Tabbing 6.Tabbing Wire 7.Bus Wire 8. Materials for the frame 9.12 Volt Batteries What kind of power inverter do I need if I'm trying to charge 12 Volt Car Batteries? I need these supplies to be-able to handle a moderate amount of power because I want to keep adding on cells to my panel. I pretty much know how to make the panel but what all do I need to connect the home built Solar Panel to the batteries? I'm willing to spend around $500.00 to $800 for all the parts total a side from the solar cells. I have 140 3x6 cells I should be buying another 60 and want to make a panels that will charge car batteries. I need to know what parts and equipment I will need aside from the solar panels to to charge them. Equipment that that tells me how much power is flowing and if the batteries are charged are not. Thank you all for viewing my question I am very appreciative to all who help and answer. -John
What direction should solar panels face if built in the Southern Hemisphere? If solar panels were on a solar home built in the Southern Hemisphere, should they face north, south, east, or west? and why?
why are politicians not solving the energy crisis with solar panels on homes.? solar panels on homes would reduce our consuption of coal, reduce the need for nuclear power, and create U.S. Based manufacturing for these panels, and create jobs in constuction. Solve our energy crisis politicians, with tax incentives, or home building regulation.
Do people really build their own wind turbines or solar powers for their homes? I don't understand with the cost of energy, why more aren't building these systems and putting them on their homes. Do people really do this? Is there a way to do it cheap? Are zoning laws the problem?
where to get plans to build solar panels at home? I am interested in building solar panels for my own use. I think an output of around 20 watts will be sufficient for my purpose if I can tie them together and charge deep cycle batteries. Need the plans for dummies as I know nothing about these things.Thanks for any help you can provide me!
a taxpayer is building a new home and had a solar water heater installed in 2009 but the home was not ready? to be occupied until 2010.can they take the residential energy credit?
How to build a model solar home? Hi i am a senior in high school and i have to build a model solar home for my engineering project. THe house has to have working lights and fans. I also have to be able to store the energy. And i am having loads of trouble figuring out how to do it...can anyone help me??
Does Germany, Japan & Spain have Solar Power on every new home and building? Seems like a good idea. China, Japan, Germany all are major solar equipment manufacturers too. Countries who have Renewable Energy programs more active than the USA are on their way to much better energy independence, and ahead of the USA.
Homemade Solar Panel - How Much Does It Cost To Build A Homemade Solar Panel I'm keen on building a home solar panel as that's the way for present and future energy needs.
I want to build my own Solar Hot Water Heating system..Where do I start? I have been scouring the net to find details or plans for building and installing my own home Solar hot water heating system. All I seem to come across is adverts and links asking for me to send money for plans. Can anyone suggest a site where I can find comprehensive and detailed plans/requirements and information on one of these systems. I actually dont mind paying....Just dont want to be scammed... Any feedback or advice appreciated.
Why aren't we building environmentally friendly homes? The technology is out there, how come we are not building wheelchair accessible, environmentally friendly homes? In the Plains states air conditioners and natural gas furnaces are the biggest energy consumers in the home. With all the new solar technology and water to air heat pumps, how come more environmentally friendly homes aren't being built? Can't the average American afford such a home? I know that installing a loop system that utilizes the earth as a heat sink can cost several thousand dollars.
Where can I find a website so I can learn to build solar panels? Im looking into building my own solar panels for my home, anyone know of a good place to start looking? Thank you!
how can building a zero energy home affects on it's exterior? I'm studying architecture , I have a research about using solar cells in homes, office building , factories . The research should combine between using solar energy and weather it affects on the shape of the building.
What variables can be used in a science project about solar energy? I am helping my daughter with her science fair project and she has decided to go with alternative energy. From that she decided she wanted to build a model solar home or car and show how using solar energy would help decrease pollution. Her science teacher has told her to make sure she uses more than one variable..Now we are lost..What variables can be used with this type of project? Any help will be greatly appreciated...
Looking to build a self sustaining home, one that uses solar energy? I am a builder of conventional homes and want to build a home that uses the latest tech. A friends uncle built a home that uses the sun for heating,the foundation has tons of large rocks that are heated during the day and then the warm air is circulated thru the home at night. Have read how many large building in NY use electricity to freeze ice that cools during the day. Want something like this, where is a good place to locate plans for something like this.
Has anyone built a DIY solar home panel system for less $200 and are you please with the results ? Does it take a Pro to hook up so it will work?
Why aren't all new homes in the UK built with small wind turbines and solar panels as standard? It annoys me that developers aren't forced to do this where possible. People would get used to seeing the turbines as people get used to seeing TV aerials and satellite dishes on houses. I realise that they probably wouldn't be able to to supply enough power required, but even if they supplied 25-50% surely it would be worth it? Does anyone know if the government has plans to force/encourage developers to do anything like this in the future?
Is there a simple way to figure out the details of a solar heated home? I am looking for some basic guidelines to building a passive solar heated & cooled home.I understand about south facing windows but how much thermal mass do I need? Can I use underground pipes for cooling. What about auto-open greenhouse windows? Any details would be appreciated. I am interested in Passive solar heating. not electrical heating. Thermal mass.
How to build Solar panels yourself ? I want to build Solar panels at home. Where do I find an Instruction ? Where do I get the materials ?
What direction should solar panels on the roof be directed for maximum daytime heating? If a construction company were to build a solar heated home in middle latitudes in the Southern Hemisphere.
Portable Solar Panels - What's The Cost Of Solar Panels For Homes I'm keen on buying or building a portable solar panel for my home to lower dependence on costly energy and reduce my electricity bills.
How many and which Solar Panels are for my home? I am having this home built on 9.31 acres:http://details.coolhouseplans.com/details.html?pid=chp-38478&FoundID=2&sid=chp23&ordercode=C101 I want my homes electricity to come from solar panels I have a meeting with the company that is building my home about a week form how but I want opinion of others. How many panels and how many watts per panel would I need for a 5,003sq.ft. home?
anyone know how practical solar panels are,are they real expensive?wanted to install one building a new home? it's kinda in the middle of nowhere,, so i also need to know if one can be installed in the woods,, then energy cabled to the home. And how durable they are as far as leaving them in the weather ( snow, and ice)
How can i build solar panel in home? if some one can tell me the method of making cheap solar panel he should reply me for help me
how to build a solar panel for home use? I wish to build a solar panel for domestic i.e. in the absence of electricity the same can be used to run fan, tv, computer if not A/c and refrig. How to do the same and what will be the cost involved?
Info on Solar energy in a home? Where can i find information about building a home that uses mostly solar energy? Are there websites for this?
How do you build a solar panel at home? I need instructions on how to build a small cheap solar panel from easily obtainable materials.
Solar powered homes.? Hello, I am looking to build a new home. I would like the home to run on solar power. Does anyone know any companies that maufactur these homes? I am looking for a "modular" kit which is already done and then just placed on the property. I know I can buy the solar system seperatly, but is there any company that can do this all in one shot?
Help me to build a Home solar system.......? I want to build a Home Solar system on my 20,000sqft roof. Which will produce 100kWh. Help me by giving suggestion about the solar panel sizes, cost, quality, maintenance etc. I also need reference project example. Plz Help me...........
Where is the best place to buy solar panel supplies? I'm looking to build a small home solar charging system, and I'd like to go to a store so that I can get advice on how to build it and what I can expect from the size of panel I create. Are there any good stores in the Portland Oregon area? Or a website that is very detailed? I have no prior knowledge about solar charging kits. And what I've found on google assumes you know what you're doing...
Homemade Solar Panel Question - What Ebook to buy? I recently asked a question as seen below and only recieved 2 answers but both were stating that most homemade solar panel guides or build home solar panels are mostly scams..well I have purchased 2 ebooks so far and they are OK and it seems like it is possible, but the ones I purchased are not clear enough...However, I see so many places and forums where people are succeeding at building their own home solar power...If anyone has found any ebooks or resources that can help me build one, I would appreciate it...Thanks for the input...below was my previous question..... "I just purchased a new home and am wanting to go green a little. I want to attempt and make my own homemade solar panels. I have found so many Do It Yourself solar panel guides and reviews I don't know which one to use or trust. Does anyone have any recommendations that are tried and true that work and with very detailed on how to make your DIY solar panel? Thanks for the help."...
What is the chemical process that takes place in a solar panel? On a chemical level, how does a solar panel work? What are the chemicals inside it that react with one another, and how are the chemicals arranged and assembled with the other materials? Specifically, I'm trying to determine if I could build a solar cell at home, even if it is very inefficient. Any information is appreciated.
Where can I find information about building green? My wife and I are interested in building a home and we want to build green but we don't really know where to start. We want to have our home powered by solar power and we want to look into energy efficient building materials and such. Anyone know where we go to start?
How can we combine geothermal and solar to provide a total energy solution for a home? We are building a home in the midwest and considering geothermal as a way to heat and cool the building. Geothermal requires some electricity. Solar panels could be the source of that electricity, but I haven't been able to find information of where that has been used or how it's done.
Which of the following would be a feature included in a home being built using passive solar energy features? Which of the following would be a feature included in a home being built using passive solar energy features? a. tile floors b. photovoltaic cells c. solar panels d. natural gas furnace
How can i build a solar panel in the home? If i can not make solar panel in the home then i request you to kindly tell me to how to produce elctricity in the home
How to build solar panels? How to build solar panels at home and where can I learn to do it. I don't want to pay thousands to buy a ready made one, and would love the experience of building one for cheap.
What is a good book for learning about solar panels and solar energy? Particularly home built or inexpensive solar energy. I'm looking for something that will explain the entire process. Many books I have found assume previous knowledge of the subject and usually end with me Googling for a couple hours. Thanks!
How to build solar panels? Where would I find information on buying materials needed to build solar panels? These would be for homes and small businesses and I would have a team or pay someone to install them. I'm not interested in little 'kits' that a father and son build, I mean actual materials for full sized panels for homes, etc. There are a lot of government backed small business loans available now and I want in.
how many solar panels will it take to power a 1000 sq ft home in austin tx? im building a home and am interested in solar energy, since sun light isnt a problem in texas. any ideas out there?
What systems are available for home solar.? Building new home would like some information on solar energy from present users.
I want to find out how to utilize passive energy and energy efficient ideas on building a new house? I am considering building a new home. I would like to utilize the very latest ideas on passive energy utilization and conservation. Windows, roof insulation, hvac, home orentation, solar panels, storage batteries, etc.
can I easily build my own solar panels for my home? Is it really possible for me living in Denver to build and install and setup my own solar panel to help make electricity for my home?
how to build a home solar power thingie to plug stuff into...? on a basic step by step way can someone list the parts i would need by name and possibly list what 'plugs' into what (think knee bone connected to the thigh bone). I would like something in my garden that I can power household items into like the kettle, tv, tools, pc's etc to reduce my bills. I'm happy for links explaining as I've tried to 'google' it but not found what I'm looking for... many thanks..
how to build solar cell at home? i want to build my solar cell for energy at home
how do i build a solar electric panel for my home? what parts and tool do i need to build and connect a solar electric panel to my home
How can i build a large solar panel for my home in country like Pakistan? I am very interested in making solar panels in Karachi, Pakistan. But cant figure out where i get solar cells? If there is some DIY methods please tell me.
how to build solar energy in my home ? really i need a guide how to build a solar energy waiting your answers :]
How does one convert an existing home to solar power? What would be the cost? This is an older home, built in 1974.
Is it possible to have a solar house without giving up anything? I myself work in the IT industry. I use all kinds of devices for work and I can't get around it. My family (4) is the same way with their consumption. I *know* that I can curb my consumption and increase my efficiency but I'm curious otherwise... Realisticly, can someone run a modern day home with computers/appliances/home theater and such using nothing more than solar or alternative fuel sorces? I don't mean off the "grid" but more like zero net. Are solar homes built with this in mind nowadays? If I invest in solar panels et al will I be disapointed in the result? How much can I expect to spend to make it work right? Thanks!
Can you run an entire home strictly on solar power? I am building a log home several miles from the nearest power hookup. It will take nearly $30,000 to run power to my homesite. Solar appears to be a viable option, if it is possible to run the whole house. I can get propane delivered if necessary, but if I can do it all with solar, I'd be more likely to go that route.
Are there any reliable general contractors in Arizona that build energy independent homes? I am looking for a company in arizona that knows how to build energy independent homes. I want to build a home that uses a combination of Solar, wind, and natural gas. With strategically placed skylites etc, and windows. Are there anyone who specializes in homes of this nature.
Solar Power-related question!!? Hey! Im doing a project on solar power.. i have 3 questions left to answer but i am completely STUMPED!! so the q's are: ·how professionals do it ·what is involved in building a solar house ·what do builders hope to achieve by building a solar home and if anyone has any input on solar power or any statistics, that would be a great great help!! thanks!
Looking to build a self sustaining home, one that uses solar energy? I am a builder of conventional homes and want to build a home that uses the latest tech. A friends uncle built a home that uses the sun for heating,the foundation has tons of large rocks that are heated during the day and then the warm air is circulated thru the home at night. Have read how many large building in NY use electricity to freeze ice that cools during the day. Want something like this, where is a good place to locate plans for something like this.
how to build solar cells to produce hot water in my home. need help, anybody!!? I live in the caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago,the climate is tropical. lots of sunshine all year round.
If there is a static amount of energy in the universe? What happens when we redirect enough of it? For instance, if we built homes with solar panels to turn light into electricity, an we do this on a large scale, what effect does that have on the environment that normally would absorb that energy?
how to built a solar power system in my home? my warm greetings to you my name is ahmed , i am from iraq ,i am an electrical engineer.. you know our hard circumstances , and i believe that sun power is the best , and i am so concerened , but we dont have solar cells here , my qeustion is .. how can i built a suitable solar power system to my home with out employing solar cells ? waiting for your kind answer with my best regards
DO you think building construction with solar panels, heating and cooling coils, ie environmental friendly.. ? buildings will ever by standard? Or will they only be for the rich and "specialty" home improvement shows?
Are DOME HOMES practical? If so, what is the best kit out there to buy? I'm a contractor who wants to build... homes around a lake. I've looked at all kinds of homes to construct:Solar Homes,Log Homes,Monolithic Homes,Earth Homes and Conventional Homes. Public opinion claims these are the most economical and strongest homes out on the market, once built. I also like their designs and the "futuristic" look they posess and I think that this will allow me to move them quickly in the market, as I will be selling them with the lake lot for residential usage. If your answer is YES, would you buy the wooden kits or the cement or fiberglas shells? Which are better? Last, would you buy the kits or just buy the materials locally and cut the pieces yourself to save on expense? Looking for some people out there with some good knowledge on Dome Homes. Thanks for any and all advice!
How do I go about getting my house solar powered? I live in South Texas and am ready to build a house. I'm very interested in making my home solar powered. Where do I start?
How do you build a model solar powered house? For a class science project we have to make a model of a house using solar powered building materials. She said we can find the materials at home depot or lows. But the problem is that she never really explains anything on how to do it or anything. Anyone have anymore clues on how to build the house to make it solar powered? Does anyone have any more details about it and could explain it more? Thanks Everything, well at least the lights in the house really have to work. Any ideas on that?
how can i install solar energy in a new home in a rural area what do i need, cost , equipments etc? i am building a new home in a rural area in Africa where electricity is not constant and i would like to use solar energy alone or with electricity(whenever it is available) is it possible? It sometimes rain alot in some months- will rain be a problem eventhough it is generally hot most of the time.
Australia Climate change - should all new homes and commercial buildings have solar panels? Grid Feed The power that is fed into the grid is metered, as is the power you consume. Through agreement with your local supply authority, you only pay for the power you use that is in excess of the power you produce. If your system repeatedly produces more than you consume, your retailer will pay you for the excess power. (This statement is taken from a solar installation website) This seems to me to make a lot of sense. I realise the cost is high, it seems to make sense to me to incorporate the cost into the initial building costs. We now have water tanks installed at the building stage. Surely solar panels should be next. I would like to know if this would help in any way with global warming. I don't want nuclear power stations. Would this alleviate the need for new power stations
What is the most efficient way to harvest solar energy? My fiance and I are currently looking to build our first home and would love to utilize the Mississippi sun in powering my house. What is the most effective and AESTHETIC way to do so? Are there any alternatives to traditional solar panels?
Where can I go to get informaition on building and energy efficient home? Solar panels, for a new home.
How much is it to put Solar power in ? and can you run appliances off of it? There is a home that costs $6000us to build and I want to build one and they run on solar power and I want to find out more about it and the other systems the house uses. I'm tired of paying everything out in utilities and rent to own nothing. We live in north Georgia. The website for these homes is www.leenks.com/link60723.htm I would really appreciate feedback from anyone that has lived off the grid. We are also SCA
Can a home be ran on solar power alone in Illinois? I would like to build a small home (just under 700 square feet) in the middle of nowhere as a vacation spot. Running electricity would cost a lot. So I was thinking of alternative power sorces. It seems like most homes have alternative power plus regular power. So can it be done? What will it take? What else can be done?
Solar house? I'm building a mini solar home for my Ap Environmental class, and I was having a hard time looking for building materials that hold heat. Also we have to find a way to keep it cool during the summer and warm during the winter. We have no solar panels it's just the sun. Basically pasive solar. Anyone have any idead on any materials that we could use?
How do I build a good solar cell? I just built my first solar cell using cuprous oxide as my semiconductor. Since this one isnt even powerful enough to light an LED, how do I make a better one. BTW my supplies consist of anything that can be found at a local hardware store or in the home, and I dont really want to spend more than $50 (US)
Are there any rebates for new homes? We are going to be tearing most of our old home down and rebuilding a newer one. I know that the solar power systems we are looking into are offering rebates. Are there any other rebates for people who build their homes a certain way? Such as more energy efficient or using certain materials? Or like in the wedding shows where brand names are used as advertising or a model to other people who may be interested, etc for a discount to the people who agreed to use them. Is there somewhere I can find this information? By the way, we live in New York if that helps.
How should I go about building my own home? I have been purchasing and reading books on natural building techniques over the past month, and it seems to be exactly what I would like to do in my lifetime. What locations in the U.S. would be most ideal for a house with the following utilizations and materials: -Solar power (panels), heating (good sunshine, heat) -Earthbag building for house -Wind power -Radiant heating in the floor -Rainwater collection and storage (good rainfall) -Composting toilet -Quality soil for gardening and perhaps livestock/animals Thank you in advance.
Single mother needs used solar system for home I built can anyone help? The lady that owns the property around me will not give me right of way and have no cash to fight her through the legal system for 2 years. I have offered her everything but she will not help people are so cruel these days-help!
How can I hook up a generator? I am building a green home - solar panels on the roof, etc. I was wondering if it was possible to use an exercise bike to generate electricity in connexion with a generator. If so, does anyone know how to do such a thing? I am looking to store any electricity generated to help light my home.
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