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Is it worth fitting Solar Water Heater ?

Image by gmourits Question by Amit: Is it worth fitting Solar Water Heater ? I’m planning to fit a solar water heater in (Satara, Maharashtra, India). So I would like to know if it is worth taking loan from Bank ? What are its Pros & Cons ? Where can I get list of authorized […]

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does anyone know how to build a wind generator (windmill)?

Image by The Other Dan Question by pepper_rf2: does anyone know how to build a wind generator (windmill)? I need a good book or plans would be great, even online plans would be great. Feel free to answer in the comment section below

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Question by Joe: Is there subsidy if solar power is installed at home for electric use? I’m planning to install solar power energy at my home to go green and to save money. So I would like to know the cost of the complete product, which will be the company any mainly will there be […]

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What material is best for a blade design for a mini windmill with a self created generator?

Image by INDelight Photography There’s SO many windmills here… let’s build some more! Question by Eric R: What material is best for a blade design for a mini windmill with a self created generator? What material is best for a blade design for a mini windmill with a self created generator? and can you explain […]

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How to make a solar power source for home use ?

Image by Dept of Energy Solar Decathlon Solar-powered homes illuminate at night during the lighting contest at the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon on the National Mall in the Washington, D.C., Monday, Oct. 12, 2009. (Photo by Stefano Paltera/US Dept. of Energy Solar Decathlon) Question by VenuG: How to make a solar power source […]

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why does a solar water heater have coiled pipes ?

Image by gmourits Question by Jade: why does a solar water heater have coiled pipes ? this is for my physics homework and i have to design a solar water heater. my teacher explained things like it has to be black and coiled pipes but i dont understand why ? ANY HELP please ? Add […]

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What are the drawbacks to using wind turbines or solar panels for providing all power to a home?

Image by jurvetson Finally! Been following this electric car’s development closely for two years (photos)… The high speed charger is on the left, and thanks to SolarCity, it connects to the solar panels. No more gas! Question by SWEET SENSATION: What are the drawbacks to using wind turbines or solar panels for providing all power […]

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Which is the best motor/generator for windmill?

Image by Storm Crypt This is the view to the east, with the Northern Luzon mountain range in the background, and the tip of Bangui Bay in the lower left. This image shows 9 of the 15 turbines of Bangui Bay. These 15 wind turbines(called Vestas NM82) provide a total of almost 25 MW of […]

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Can a 40v windmill generator power a lightbulb?

Image by shog9 Driving back from Oklahoma, we passed through the Twin Buttes, CO wind farm. This old windmill isn’t part of it… but is nearby. Old is new again… Question by snapshot1919: Can a 40v windmill generator power a lightbulb? what about a 50v? Feel free to answer in the comment section below

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Did you make solar water heater in home, are you satisfied with its working?

Image by gmourits Question by tahir.com2008: Did you make solar water heater in home, are you satisfied with its working? I am thinking of to make a solar water heater in home. Did you ever make such type of the system, can you tell me that if you are satisfied with its working or not, […]

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