Rambo Moe's Online Encyclopedia of Survival Knowledge
When it comes to having water in an emergency, the best defense is a good offense (or is it vice versa? To be honest the metaphor is pretty convoluted here), and the best thing to do is to have an emergency water supply prepared BEFORE the stuff hits the fan. For more info in that, check out our article on Emergency Water Supply and Storage. Seriously, do it. But let’s say you are caught … [Read more...]
A solar water heating system is the low hanging fruit of energy independence and reducing your carbon footprint. It’s relatively cheap, compared to other alternative energy systems. It is clearly profitable in most cases, paying for itself in only a few years. And if you’re handy and feel like building the solar collector yourself (as this article will teach you to do), you can cut your costs … [Read more...]
A solar water heating (SWH) system is an environmentally friendly choice that will insulate you from changes in energy prices, and save you money in the long run. A system in North America will cost you in the range of $2000 to $8000 US, plus installation (add another 10-20%). The size and type of system needed will depend on many factors- the amount of hot water you use daily, how much sunlight … [Read more...]
A solar water heating system is a good start for those looking to become energy independent and/or environmentally friendly. It's one of the cheapest alternative energy systems you can install, and in most cases it's clearly a long term money saver (check out this article for more detail on the cost of installing a solar water heater). It really is a no brainier, so let's get started and learn … [Read more...]
This is meant to be a basic introduction to installing solar panels, both roof top and stand alone. It is meant to give a broad overview of the process, and does not cover the subject in enough detail that you will be ready to install them yourself. Installing these systems is a complicated job, and it’s highly recommended you leave it to the professionals. Installing Roof Top Panels It is … [Read more...]
This is meant to be a basic primer on the costs of Solar panel (Photo Voltaic) systems, and is by no means an exhaustive guide. I’ll update stats and numbers as they change. These numbers just cover the cost of the systems, and not installation. The graphs cover the costs of the system, and below I’ve supplies info on Federal and State rebate/credit programs. A good portion of the costs of a … [Read more...]
