Energy Articles - Solar, Wind & Geothermal
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Alternative Energy Articles
Natural Energy Sources (15th Feb 07) - Information on the different types of natural energy sources we can use to generate electricity for our homes. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of renewable energy sources including; solar power, wind power and tidal power.
Natural Gas Energy (14th Feb 07) - The main common misconception regarding natural gas energy. Learn about the advantages of gas power over other fossil fuels, and the disadvantages of using gas as a power source over renewable energy resources.
How To Conserve Energy (2nd April 07 ) - Basic information explaining how to conserve energy in and around the home. This includes the use of alternative energy technologies, and variations of (e.g. energy efficient appliances).
Cheap Gas And Electricity (3rd April 07) - Information explaining where to find cheap gas and electricity services for homes and businesses. This article also includes information regarding how we can lower home energy bills through energy conservation.
Financing Renewable Energy (15th August 07) - Financing a renewable energy project is now easier with government or local authority grants available.
Renewable Energy Consulting Services (16th August 07) - Information on the increase in popularity of renewable consulting services for home or business related renewable energy projects.
Alternative Energy (17th August 07) - The use of alternative energy sources for a cleaner, brighter future, to reduce our dependency on the use of the decreasing levels of fossil fuels.
Solar Energy Articles
Free Solar Panels (16th Feb 07) - Information on free solar panels, or government grants to construct renewable energy projects.
Used Solar Panels (17th Feb 07) - The reasons why you should avoid purchasing used solar panels. You should always go for brand new solar cells if this method is in your budget range.
Solar Power Panels (20th Feb 07) - Here you will find information regarding the different installation methods for home solar panels. This solar panel article also covers basic safety tips, and the advantages of hiring a builder and/or electrician for the project.
Home Solar Power (23rd Feb 07) - The ways in which a home solar power system can work for you, including information explaining the ways in which you can use nergy from the sun.
Solar Power Plants (27th Feb 07) - Have you ever wondered what makes a solar power plant work? This article will discuss information relating to many aspects of solar power plants. This article also covers Information relating to the areas which are suitable to support these power plants.
Solar Electricity Kit (2nd March 07) - Information on what to look out for when purchasing solar panels, and information on reputable suppliers of solar panels and kits.
Buy Solar Panels (5th March 07) - Here you find a beginners guide, including details you should consider before purchasing solar panels. We explain some of the items you may need in order to generate affordable solar electricity.
RV Solar Panels (6th March 07) - Information relating to the installation of RV solar panels for recreational vehicles. We discuss the two main options; either roof mounted, or a mobile kit. There are downsides to the roof mounted kits, which we shall explain.
How Do You Produce Electricity From Solar Energy (8th March 07) - The answer to this question can be found here, we will go into detail in explaining how a solar cell can turn photons from the suns rays, into usable electricity.
What Is Solar Power (9th March 07) - A basic article explaining what solar power actually is. We will also look at the ways in which energy from the sun affects the planet, and how we use solar power in our current lifestyles. Solar energy is set for greater things in the future.
How Solar Power Works (16th March 07) - If you ever wondered how solar power works, then this guide to solar energy can be a great start in understanding the basic fundamentals relating to electrons and how these electrons become conduction electrons.
DIY Solar Electricity (21st March 07) - Information regarding "do it yourself" solar electricity kits, including installation. If you are considering a "DIY" solar power installation in the future, this article provides information to help you on your way
Solar Power Battery Chargers (22nd March 07) - You may not realize how useful and convenient solar power battery chargers actually are. This article explains the use of a solar energy supply stored within batteries, and the convenience associated with this method.
Advantages Of Solar Power (27th March 07) - The many different advantages of solar power will be outlined here. These advantages include how solar power for your home is a very good option in order to save money and be kinder to our environment.
Photovoltaic Definition (12th June 07) - Definitions and information relating to photovoltaics and solar energy. Solar cells are referred to as photovoltaic devices.
Solar Powered Fountain (4th July 07) - How you can make a solar powered garden fountain, including the benefits over regular, mains powered garden fountains.
Pros And Cons Of Solar Energy (12th July 07) - An in depth article covering many of the pros and cons of solar energy, relating to home use and business/industrial use of solar energy technologies.
Portable Solar Power (16th July 07) - A solar energy article relating to the use of and the available portable solar powered devices on the market today.
Solar Energy In India (19th July 07) - Information relating to the use of solar energy in India, and why the population of India can benefit from the use of solar energy on a large scale.
Solar Panel Diagram (13th August 07) - A diagram of a solar panel, including the process a solar cell takes to convert energy from the suns rays into electricity.
How To Build A Solar Pool Heater (23rd August 07) - Learn how you can build a solar pool heater for residential swimming pools for under $100.
How To Build A Solar Panel (24th August 07) - A guide which shows you how to build a solar power system and which solar panel components you should choose.
Hot Water Solar Panels (29th August 07) - How the popularity of using solar energy to provide our hot water is increasing across many parts of the world.
Disadvantages Of Solar Energy (12th September 07) - An article discussing some of the many different disadvantages of using solar energy to generate electricity for our homes.
Solar Power (20th September 07) - A range of information on solar power, solar power systems and how we can use solar panels to provide a source of clean, renewable electricity to our homes.
Home Solar Energy Systems (6th October 07) - A solar energy article, covering different topics surrounding the use of home solar energy systems, and the importance of these for the future.
Build Your Own Solar Panel (16th October 07) - Information on useful resources relating to how you can build your own solar panel, including the advantages of doing so.
Solar Photovoltaic Energy (2nd Nov 2007) - Why we should consider solar photovoltaic energy systems for installation to our homes.
Solar Panels For Golf Carts (10th Dec 2007) - Learn more about the introduction of solar panels for golf carts, saving money for golf clubs around the world.
Wind Energy Articles
Small Wind Turbines (17th Feb 07) - The requirements your environment and surrounding area must meet in order for a home wind turbineinstallation to be economically viable. Use this article as a quick start guide to determine if your environment can support a wind turbine.
Vertical Wind Turbines (17th Feb 07) - The differences between vertical wind turbines and horizontal wind turbines. View the advantage and disadvantage for each design and construction. Information on why developers prefer the horizontal axis to the vertical design.
Vertical Axis Wind Turbines (21st Feb 07) - Here, we shall discuss the main design for a vertical axis wind turbine, including historical information, the look of the turbine and what type of design is the most common. To take a look at the disadvantages, view our alternative vertical wind turbine page.
How Do Wind Turbines Work (24th Feb 07) - Information on how wind turbines work. We shall look at the two main designs of wind turbines and see how the power production process is different.
Wind Turbines Impact (28th Feb 07) - Here, we will look at a wind turbines impact on it's surrounding environment, regarding noise and visual pollution, along with the effect on wildlife. These are just environmental disadvantages of wind turbines, not economic disadvantages.
Wind Turbines At Sea (7th March 07) - If you are looking for information concerning the placement of wind turbines in on or off-shore locations, then this article can be of use to you. Coastal energy is very efficient and able to support large and efficient wind farms.
Wind Into Energy (12th March 07) - Here we take a look into how we transform wind into energy through recreational activities and industrial methods. This article can provide a deeper insight into the ways we use wind power.
Advantages And Disadvantages Of Wind Energy (19th March 07) - We shall now look into the many different advantages and disadvantages of wind energy. There are many wind energy issues relating to commercial and residential wind turbine projects.
Wind Energy Facts (28th March 07) - Here you will find a list of wind energy facts relating to the use of this renewable energy source. We will explain general information relating to the use of wind turbines on a large and small scale, commercial or residential.
Wind Powered Energy (5th July 07) - Views on the future of energy powered by the wind, including a look back as to how we have used wind energy in the past.
Wind Energy India (4th Sept 07) - The increasing demand for wind energy in India has influenced a yearly average increase in wind power generation of around 1,000 MW.
Geothermal Energy Articles
Advantages Of Geothermal Energy (18th Feb 07) - If you would like to understand more about the main advantages of a geothermal power plant, then this article could be of use to you.
Disadvantages Of Geothermal Energy (18th Feb 07) - If you would like to understand the deciding factors a geothermal power plant proposal must meet before a land survey is carried out, or would just like to learn the disadvantages of a geothermal heat source, take a look here.
Geothermal Power Plant (22nd Feb 07) - Here, we shall discuss what a geothermal power plant requires for it to work, and the basic understanding of how these systems work.
What Is Geothermal Energy (26th Feb 07) - We shall now discuss what geothermal energy is, where geothermal energy comes from, and also, what the different methods for harnessing this energy are.
Geothermal Energy Facts (1st March 07) - This geothermal energy article is a very good source for outlining the basic facts of geothermal energy, also explaining common misconceptions.
Cost Of Geothermal Energy (14th March 07) - The costs of geothermal energy systems are actually quite low. The only costs you have to pay for this type of energy is the labor and parts associated with installation and maintenance.
How Does Geothermal Energy Work (20th March 07) - Ever wondered how geothermal energy works? We shall now discuss the geothermal energy process relating to the heating of the earth's surface from the suns rays.
History Of Geothermal Energy (29th March 07) - A brief history of geothermal energy is explained here. Geothermal energy was once a great advancement in renewable electricity production, and is set for big things in the future. Geothermal energy has been used for over 10,000 years in various forms.
Geothermal Power Station Diagram (29th June 07) - A diagram of a geothermal dry steam power plant, along with explanations of the process of geothermal energy production with these types of power plants.
Geothermal Heating (19th August 07) - The process of using the earths heat source for geothermal heating can improve energy efficiency and help our environment.
Geothermal Heating And Cooling (19th August 07) - Information relating to how the geothermal heating cycle can be reversed to provide cooling for our homes.
