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By: hr

hr — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 13:06:17 +0000

Hi, I have a remote cabin in NW MT that is off the grid. I have a small solar system on it and I was wondering if it is possible to have alternative energy, Solar, Wind, Hydro etc without the use of batteries? Is there a way to harness and use solar and be truly self sustaining without relying on battery power?

By: John

John — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 03:14:44 +0000

Thank you so much for your help you answered so many questions I didnt even know I had. Thanks again valued Information.

By: Sang Hyun Ahn

Sang Hyun Ahn — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 09:05:49 +0000

Hi, this is Sang Hyun Ahn
I’m U of I student who is working on economics project for PV industry.
If you have time to help me, could you recommend some sources that I can find information about Gov. Policy about importing parts for PV Module product? For example, the US government allows importing module parts (glass, EVA sheet, back sheet) from oversea and assembles on US territory? So it could ear Made In USA tag?
Thanks!!!!!

By: Ken Kovitch

Ken Kovitch — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 03:12:46 +0000

My wife and I are considering purchasing some property in Alaska which does not have power. We are considering Solar Power but are concerned about how the system will recharge with very little sun light during the winter months. Is this a problem ? How much sun light is needed to run a fully functional home including all amenities such as washer/dryer, furnace pumps and well etc. Thanks in advance for whatever info you can supply. Ken Kovitch

By: Phil Pallette

Phil Pallette — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 14:34:57 +0000

A couple years ago, I saw a demonstration that took place in Oregon about, I think, an off-grid system. A man, apparently a solar power engineer, converts the energy from solar panels, and rather than store it in batteries, he stores it in hydrogen tanks for year-round 24/7/365 power availability. Is there a website about this and what is the status of this technology?

By: Eric Johnson

Eric Johnson — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:08:00 +0000

Is there a state tax credit in South Carolina for solar panels on golf carts ;reference Senate Bill 243 and if yes, what is the percentage?

By: Tor a.k.a. "Solar Fred"

Tor a.k.a. "Solar Fred" — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 00:35:12 +0000

Hey, Justin,

I don’t know of any leasing companies in NY, but the good news is that you may not need leasing. NY state just passed the PACE program. See this post:

http://www.solarpowerrocks.com/solar-trends/pace-yourself-for-solar-new-yorkers/

Once these bonds are passed, people will easily be able to self finance through these special tax assessments on their property. Now sure how solar leasing companies will be able to compete against these programs, but we’ll see.

By: justin

justin — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 00:22:31 +0000

I am a installer in NY. Can you help me offer leasing in my area or help me figure out the details.

By: 3phase

3phase — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:44:49 +0000

If I can be of any help in your solar quest send me an email. I’m an Electrical Engineer in Fossil Generation for a utility company. Our group is mainly responisble for engineering gas and coal plants but I work closely and know personally members of our solar research and Nuclear departments. I’ve participated in solar research projects and I also belong to a few power quality groups with members of the power comunity from many other companies. I’m here to help, nice site.

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