Anyone read this solar panel ebook before?

26 May 2009

26 May, 2009 build your own solar panels

I have come across an ebook which talking about building own solar panel and wind generator in less than $200. Anyone read this ebook before? Is the method taught inside it working? My friend, who is an engineer is thinking to purchase one and would like to know some review from those who have read it before. Thanks.

This is the website for the solar panel's ebook: http://ourguide.brinkster.net

Thanks again.

The only people I trust, since they have been into alternative energy since 1969 , is the folks who run a magazine called Mother Earth News. I've got the magazine now for 30 years and several times a year they publish information on how to make your own solar panels, wind generators, hydroelectric and solar drying and dehydrators, and tons of great ideas.

They also have an extensive library, including e-books, of authors who have published articles in their magazine. Get their magazine, like I said I've been getting it for 30 years or more and I still eagerly await every issue. It's all about sustainable living and doing things yourself. Plus it's only about $10 a year subscription.

Look at their online site to get some ideas and maybe look at their alternative energy library. Whatever books or DVD's I purchased from them have always been excellent

http://www.motherearthnews.com/Renewable-Energy.aspx

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denzelcollis
2009 May 27 1

i do not real don't know
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biire2u
2009 May 27 2

The only people I trust, since they have been into alternative energy since 1969 , is the folks who run a magazine called Mother Earth News. I've got the magazine now for 30 years and several times a year they publish information on how to make your own solar panels, wind generators, hydroelectric and solar drying and dehydrators, and tons of great ideas.

They also have an extensive library, including e-books, of authors who have published articles in their magazine. Get their magazine, like I said I've been getting it for 30 years or more and I still eagerly await every issue. It's all about sustainable living and doing things yourself. Plus it's only about $10 a year subscription.

Look at their online site to get some ideas and maybe look at their alternative energy library. Whatever books or DVD's I purchased from them have always been excellent

http://www.motherearthnews.com/Renewable-Energy.aspx
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bd
2009 May 27 3

I have not read the ebook, but I did study solar design during my undergraduate Architectural Engineering degree and I have a few suggestions.

The information may be legitimate, but you'll need to think about a few of the factors involved.

When dealing with electrical hookups you should really consider getting a contractor involved. The power from the panel will not likely be the same voltage as your typical wall outlet (110-120 volts). Since the voltages are not the same you would need to use a transformer to step the voltage up to a reasonable level to be used by your household appliances.

Efficiency is important in the system, the typical sun exposure from day to day, the angle of your installation, do you have trees that shade the unit, etc. All of these are the beginning of the factors that will determine how effective the units are.

Notice that the testimonials are talking about a single panel being built for $200… you would probably need a few if not many to actually begin turning your meter back, but of course that depends on how energy efficient your home is now.

My suggestion would be to call a local solar contractor to come out and give you an estimate. He'll take a look at your existing breaker box, sun exposure, electrical demands and he should be able to give you an idea of how many panels you would need. Secondly, he'll know about all of the government rebates (both State and Federal) that are available to you. None of the rebates are available to those whose system is not properly sized for the home.

So, I would suggest calling a solar contractor first, second head to the library to find a book, and if you are still interested in giving it a try yourself then go for the ebook and let us know how it went.

If I were planning to install a system, I would likely go through a licensed and insured contractor, but that's just me.

Besides, you really need to ask why you would want to do this. If it is to save money, I would bet you could save more money by making smaller changes in your lifestyle than by installing solar. If it is to save the earth, you need to examine the data closely, I do not believe that the warming trends on earth are due to human influence. Certainly we should be responsible and only use what we need, but don't let someone lie to you about the reasons for global warming. The cause is not proven and it is very unlikely due to pollution from cars, cows, or power plants.
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roderick_young
2009 May 27 4

This would be illegal, but if you were hypothetically to search bittorrent sites, you would probably find this e-book there, downloadable for free.

As to that particular company, I believe their claims to be impractical at best. This website did an analysis on them: http://www.nlcpr.com/Deceptions6.php
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