Saturday, May 15, 2010
Lost your Dish signal because of the weather?
The weather was bad, the rain was hard and out went my sat signal. I brought my portable digital tv and I hooked it up to my solar savior emergency back up system and walla I could watch my episode of Chuck :)
You can light your house!
This is a neat article about a man in Kansas that beat the electric company and his neighbors!
Talk soon.
http://www.emporiagazette.com/news/2010/may/14/fire-solar-energy/
Talk soon.
http://www.emporiagazette.com/news/2010/may/14/fire-solar-energy/
Monday, May 10, 2010
can you make a solar/battery emergency kit?
The answer is yes! A good gel cell, a 500 watt inverter, a 15 volt .25 amp or greater solar panel and a regulator and away you go! If you want some guidance just e-mail me at jrossini@rossini.com.
an interesting article about solar and business
This is a neat article about how a small business can justify the expense of putting in a solar installation.
http://www.marionstar.com/article/20100509/NEWS01/5090315/-1/newsfront2/Grants-make-solar-possible-for-small-businesses
http://www.marionstar.com/article/20100509/NEWS01/5090315/-1/newsfront2/Grants-make-solar-possible-for-small-businesses
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Ham radio
ham radio and emergency communication. I am a ham and prou dof what we do. here is a neat article:
Ham Radio Operator Glen Briggs Receives NOAA Environmental Hero Award
Grundy County Emergency Services Coordinator Glen Briggs received the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Environmental Hero Award today in Trenton, Mo. Briggs was recognized for assistance to the National Weather Service in meeting its mission to protect lives and property and enhance the national economy.
Glen Briggs in action
Held annually in conjunction with Earth Day celebrations, the Environmental Hero Award honors NOAA volunteers for their tireless efforts to preserve and protect our nation’s environment. Briggs was recognized for his long-time commitment to helping provide high quality weather information to Grundy County residents and for volunteer assistance in the severe weather warning program, Andy Bailey of NOAA’s Kansas City National Weather Service office in Pleasant Hill said.
“We are extremely fortunate to have such dedicated people as Glen Briggs volunteer so much of their time to help keep their neighbors informed and safe,” Bailey said. “He sets a perfect example for others to follow in their communities. America needs more volunteers like Glen Briggs.”
Briggs was commended for his over-all excellent service investing hundreds of hours a year as an amateur radio operations operator assisting the National Weather Service in their severe weather and for specific efforts on May 13, 2009. On that day of the Kirksville, Mo. tornado, Briggs provided real-time information to Pleasant Hill forecasters that resulted in saving countless lives by giving residents time to seek shelter before the tornado devastated the Kirksville area.
Established in 1995 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Earth Day, the Environmental Hero Award is presented to individuals and organizations that volunteer their time and energy to help NOAA and its line offices carry out their mission. The mission of the National Weather Service is to protect lives and property and enhance the National economy.
During a ceremony honoring Briggs this week Bailey said, “On behalf of the many people you’ve helped keep safe in northern Missouri, I am pleased to present you with the 2010 Environmental Hero Award. Your dedicated efforts and concern for your community make our nation a better place.”
NOAA understands and predicts changes in the Earth’s environment, from the depths of the ocean to the surface of the sun, and conserves and manages our coastal and marine resources. Please visit http://www.noaa.gov.
Ham Radio Operator Glen Briggs Receives NOAA Environmental Hero Award
Grundy County Emergency Services Coordinator Glen Briggs received the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Environmental Hero Award today in Trenton, Mo. Briggs was recognized for assistance to the National Weather Service in meeting its mission to protect lives and property and enhance the national economy.
Glen Briggs in action
Held annually in conjunction with Earth Day celebrations, the Environmental Hero Award honors NOAA volunteers for their tireless efforts to preserve and protect our nation’s environment. Briggs was recognized for his long-time commitment to helping provide high quality weather information to Grundy County residents and for volunteer assistance in the severe weather warning program, Andy Bailey of NOAA’s Kansas City National Weather Service office in Pleasant Hill said.
“We are extremely fortunate to have such dedicated people as Glen Briggs volunteer so much of their time to help keep their neighbors informed and safe,” Bailey said. “He sets a perfect example for others to follow in their communities. America needs more volunteers like Glen Briggs.”
Briggs was commended for his over-all excellent service investing hundreds of hours a year as an amateur radio operations operator assisting the National Weather Service in their severe weather and for specific efforts on May 13, 2009. On that day of the Kirksville, Mo. tornado, Briggs provided real-time information to Pleasant Hill forecasters that resulted in saving countless lives by giving residents time to seek shelter before the tornado devastated the Kirksville area.
Established in 1995 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Earth Day, the Environmental Hero Award is presented to individuals and organizations that volunteer their time and energy to help NOAA and its line offices carry out their mission. The mission of the National Weather Service is to protect lives and property and enhance the National economy.
During a ceremony honoring Briggs this week Bailey said, “On behalf of the many people you’ve helped keep safe in northern Missouri, I am pleased to present you with the 2010 Environmental Hero Award. Your dedicated efforts and concern for your community make our nation a better place.”
NOAA understands and predicts changes in the Earth’s environment, from the depths of the ocean to the surface of the sun, and conserves and manages our coastal and marine resources. Please visit http://www.noaa.gov.
solar and inverters and batteries
I am working with a local Batteries Plus dealer to find the right mix for a solar project. It appears that Gel cells or AGM sealed batteries are the best. We are going to gang one or two batteries together 35 amp hour or so and hook them into a UPS to extend the life of the power back up. I will keep you posted. Next step is to try this method with a solar/inverter arrangement. Call me or e-mail if yu want to discuss this further.
A new solar cell!
Evergreen Solar unveils its most powerful solar panel yet
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By James Cartledge
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Massachusetts solar manufacturer Evergreen Solar, Inc., has unveiled a new solar panel that is its most powerful yet.
The company said its ES-A series solar panel is a 215-watt system has a black frame that will improve the aesthetic appearance of solar arrays.
Evergreen, which already produces panels of 200, 205 and 210 watt solar panels, unveiled its new panel at the Solar Expo event in Italy this week.
String Ribbon
Evergreen Solar produces its solar cells with its “String Ribbon” wafer manufacturing process, which produces silicon cells from molten silicon, rather than by cutting solar crystals.
The process means using less silicon per solar cell than conventional technology, allowing a lower cost solar panel, according to Evergreen.
The firm says that with no wasted silicon, the carbon footprint of its panels is up to 30% smaller than that of its competitors, while payback can be as little as 12 months for installed systems.
Scott Gish, Evergreen Solar’s Vice President, Sales and Marketing, said the new ES-A 215 solar panel would provide optimal performance “right out of the box”.
He said: “We are proud to lead the industry in environmental credentials with the smallest carbon footprint and the quickest energy payback of any silicon-based solar panel available today.”
Published: 3 hours ago
By James Cartledge
Send to a colleague Send to a colleague |
Massachusetts solar manufacturer Evergreen Solar, Inc., has unveiled a new solar panel that is its most powerful yet.
The company said its ES-A series solar panel is a 215-watt system has a black frame that will improve the aesthetic appearance of solar arrays.
Evergreen, which already produces panels of 200, 205 and 210 watt solar panels, unveiled its new panel at the Solar Expo event in Italy this week.
String Ribbon
Evergreen Solar produces its solar cells with its “String Ribbon” wafer manufacturing process, which produces silicon cells from molten silicon, rather than by cutting solar crystals.
The process means using less silicon per solar cell than conventional technology, allowing a lower cost solar panel, according to Evergreen.
The firm says that with no wasted silicon, the carbon footprint of its panels is up to 30% smaller than that of its competitors, while payback can be as little as 12 months for installed systems.
Scott Gish, Evergreen Solar’s Vice President, Sales and Marketing, said the new ES-A 215 solar panel would provide optimal performance “right out of the box”.
He said: “We are proud to lead the industry in environmental credentials with the smallest carbon footprint and the quickest energy payback of any silicon-based solar panel available today.”
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