Monthly Archives: February 2010

were in ontario are they putting solar energy panels?

i am doing a hw assinment and have not been able to find the answer to this question Can u plz help me Wolfe island off Kingston in Lake Ontario

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Solar energy (thermal and photo voltaic) Differences between the conditions in North and South Europe?

Solar energy (thermal and photovoltaic) Diferences between the conditions in North and South europe I need to do some report about the differences between the conditions for North and South Europe to use the solar energy. All data, like the … Continue reading

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Does any one know of any government funding for renewable energy systems?

we live in the country and are looking to live "off the grid". We are looking into a turbine in conjunction with a solar system, but the outright cost are VERY high! Kudos to you! Some states offer an incentive … Continue reading

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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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I need a Name for my Science Fair Project!! My Short Title is " Water Out of Thin Air"?

I need a Nice scienctic title for my high school science fair project..My Project is this…. When people think of deserts, they picture a barren wasteland devoid of all water. Through this experiment I will show how water can be … Continue reading

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I’m doing persuasive video: to use solar/wind energy, what is as good inspire song similar to One Tribe?

I’m doing a video for school that has to persuade people to use nonrenewable resources such as wind or solar power. What is a good song that is very similar to One Tribe by the Black Eyed Peas? Thanks! ~Mez … Continue reading

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Would Reflecting Mirrors Make Solar Energy?

If there were many reflecting mirrors to double and triple the light received by photovoltaic cells, would that increase their efficiency? This question is worth a look because while it’s true that solar cell panels have a relatively low photovoltaic … Continue reading

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How much energy does a solar panel produce?

A solar panel is going to produce from 5 to 10 Watts on a sunny day during peak sunlight.

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can i save the power from my solar panels during the day and use the energy at night?

is there a was of like charging the power into some kind of batterie during the day when the sun gives my solar panel energy and then use it anytime? even at night? i am asking cause i have property … Continue reading

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Why aren’t we using residential solar reflectors with thermal storage?

These are well-established concepts, but I’m amazed that people are not doing this combination more often. One square meter of sunlight is equivalent to about one horsepower. Reflectors can be used to heat a moving tube of water. Heat storage … Continue reading

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