Monthly Archives: October 2009

How much solar paneling is required to produce electrical energy to move a 250 pound body in a 250 pound cart?

What is the amount of solar energy required to drive a 250 pound cart with a 250 pound person 10 miles? How many square feet of recharged paneling would be required? If you are willing to go slowly enough, all … Continue reading

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Is the SUN loosing it light part of the Revelation/MATTHEW Prophecy?

We are all seeing rather less of the Sun, according to scientists who have been looking at five decades of sunlight measurements. They have reached the disturbing conclusion that the amount of solar energy reaching the Earth’s surface has been … Continue reading

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Has anyone seen the present pm selling wind or solar energy to india?

Why is it that our commonwealth govt seems to see it as appropriate to sell one form of energy, but not safe and environmental energy sources? Umm, could there be any right wing liberal voters interests at heart? Why sell … Continue reading

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What is your opinion on using a photovoltaic system to offset/eliminate the cost of buying grid power?

I’m taking a poll on the attitudes of consumers towards alternative energy, namely solar energy. A photovoltaic system converts sunlight into electricity. At current, the efficiency rating of most commercially available panels is somewhere between 15-19% depending on the type … Continue reading

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How can I make a career in the solar heating / energy field?

I’m working in IT Helpdesk field and no longer interested in this kind of work. I can’t stand sitting at a desk in an office answering phones, e-mails and helping others with their technical problems. I am very good with … Continue reading

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what are the materials needed to install a solar panel to create solar energy?

Are you going to make solar panels from scratch? Good luck. The rest of the answer depends on your application. For example, if you are going to use the power right away, then you hook it up to your device. … Continue reading

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How is energy from solar panels converted to energy that can be used for solar power?

I want to do a science project where I create my own solar panels out of different materials to see which one will produce the greatest amount of energy. Is this a realistic topic if it has to be done … Continue reading

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What is the difference between thermal and solar energy?

I know that solar energy is energy from the sun converted into elctrical energy and all that great stuff, but if you heat a sheet of flashing copper, put it in the sun and it makes a little more energy … Continue reading

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which is the best solar energy system to install for both domestic & comercial purpose and where can I get it?

I need specifications, catalogues, wiring diagrams, manufacturing/retails outlets, This is not a simple thing that a do-it-yourselfer can just do without a lot of study and work. Your best bet is probably to contact a solar installer near you and … Continue reading

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How do scientists capture energy, such as from solar power, or energy from water falls?

And how do they make that energy into something we can use for power? What instrument do they use to do this? I am really curious. Waterfalls – Hydro energy Water falls from a great height, as it falls potential … Continue reading

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