Monthly Archives: November 2010

what are the most profitable field when it comes to renewable energy is solar power?

the most profitable field when it comes to renewable energy is solar power. It seems as if the biggest “controversy” regarding solar power is the amount of space required for the solar panels to capture the solar energy which is … Continue reading

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Does anyone know of a school to take solar panel installation classes in Georgia?

Wanting to obtain certification in the field of solar energy / panel installation. NABCEP is a national organization that certifies solar installers. They require taking classes that are ISPQ accredited by IREC (Interstate Renewable Energy Council) . To see a … Continue reading

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is it possible to go green and use solar panel energy to power an entire gym?

Absolutely, but it can be expensive, the best way is to design the entire gym around the concept of being green, this way money spent would be used most wisely. color, layout, lighting used, all these come into play but … Continue reading

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how to design a solar panel to store energy and convert it into electrical energy?

first of all, to be honest i have totally no idea on how a solar panel works. my task is to design something like a solar powered street lamp which store sun energy during day time and convert it into … Continue reading

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If you shined a laser on a solar panel would the solar panel generate energy?

This is for my science fair and I’m testing if i shine a laser pointer threw a colored glass onto a solar panel if it would change the voltage. My friend said that the solar panel wouldn’t be able to … Continue reading

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How does the Law of Conservation of Energy relate to solar panels/solar energy?

The law is that energy is not readily destroyed or created it merely changes states. Solar panels work on one of two principles of energy transfer. Thermal: The energy in the sunlight can heat water. PV- Photovoltaic: Photons from the … Continue reading

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what is the price of solar energy panels?

i cant find it anywhere, all i can find is places that will install the panels for you and how you can get a quote on it Here’s a good site that has a good selection, with prices listed, for … Continue reading

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Do photovoltaic solar panels produce more energy in hot and humid areas ?

Hi, I’m trying to buy some solar panels and I’ve heard that they produce much more energy in hot and humid areas (our area obviously!). What I’ve heard is about 4 or 5 times the nominal watt. So, is it … Continue reading

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Price and energy production of solar panels?

I have been thinking about getting solar panels for my house. What do you think I should get? Companies? Prices? I also have another question. How much energy can a small solar panel produce? A small panel will not produce … Continue reading

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What is the number of people that use Solar panels or solar energy in San Jose?

I need this information for my project so please make the numbers as recent as you can get, 2007-2010 the best. Even a percentage will work because I need this for a project. NREL just released that data for the … Continue reading

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