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| Article Title | Author | Company | eMag Issue | Article Synopsis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The DIY Guide to OFF GRID Solar Electricity | Steve Spence | Green-Trust.org | Dec 2010 |
In this article I'll show you how to untether from the grid, and avoid a smelly, noisy, fuel consuming generator except in extreme weather conditions. It can be pricey for a good system, but you'll have minimal ongoing expenses, unlike fuel and maintenance on a generator. The less power you consume, the less power you will need to generate, keeping the system costs down. It's important to start with conservation. |
| Shaping America’s Green Workforce: Community Colleges’ Role | Katy Kozusko | Boots On The Roof | Aug 2010 |
As environmental awareness and the trend toward the adaptation of sustainability practices become common in corporate America, the academic world is placed in a unique position to make a significant contribution to this trend by providing education and training that responds to this trend. |
| How To Make A Homemade Solar Light in a Jar | Anna Vera Williams | FindPortableSolarPower.com | Dec 2009 |
Constructing a solar-powered light in a jar is a great project to do with kids. It can be done at home, or in a classroom, with simple materials, and will serve to give them a good understanding of how solar energy is used. |
| Condition Monitoring for Wind Turbines | Charlotta Norén | SGS Wind Energy Services | Dec 2009 |
Condition Monitoring involves a set of activities wherein various components of the wind turbine are regularly inspected and monitored. The process gathers condition parameters of the machinery, such as lubricant condition, temperatures, vibration data and visual inspection results, on a regular or permanent basis. A minor failure in a key component of the wind turbine can cause down-time and severe losses |
| SOLAR SYSTEM INSTALLATION - PITFALLS TO AVOID | Aaron Hall | Borrego Solar | Dec 2008 |
New technology is the “white horse” of affordable solar. Many customers hear or assume that technology is always going to improve over time and that will in turn bring down prices. The technology that we're using today is the same that we've been using since 1960 and it is the most efficient way to capture the unlimited, free, clean energy from the sun. |
| SOLVING THE POWER CORD PRETZEL PROBLEM | Seth Socolow | Green Plug | Feb 2008 |
Green Plug believes the time has come for a reusable, multi-port power supply that can provide a universal power interface for all electronic products. The company is also taking a stand for setting a worldwide DC power standard. |
| The Half Program | Gary Reysa | BuildItSolar | Aug 2007 |
The Half Program has proven to be a very good investment - we spent a total of $7,525 for all the energy reduction projects, and we are saving $4,007 per year in energy costs! |
| PDA Energy Auditing Choices | Bill Shadish | Fundamental Objects | Dec 2003 |
Choosing the right hardware is among the most important decisions that you will make when beginning an energy audit / inspection application. |
| Tracking Energy Waste | Christopher Clement | Apr 2003 |
The Submeter shows you where electrical power goes in your apartment building, office, marina, or RV park! Do you have a "smart house"? A submeter can track all of your branch circuits and report power anomalies. Read and control from any internet connection. | |
| Product Review of Online Energy Analysis Software - The Home Energy Saver | Bob Hetherington | EarthToys | Apr 2003 |
Spending a few minutes with this software can provide as much education as reading several books on energy saving construction ... in real terms ... with your own house as an example. The tips provided along the way are very helpful and having the "Energy Efficient House" costs listed gives you a great target to shoot for. |
| Making Solar Electric Systems Pay Back Fast | Barry Cinnamon | Akeena Solar | Apr 2003 |
You are an excellent candidate for a solar electric system if your electric bill is over $75 per month, you pay more than $0.12 per kwh for electricity, your state offers substantial rebates for solar electric systems, and you have good solar exposure. |
