Open Source Tractor, Rototiller, Biodiesel Reactor, Solar Panels

We show the open source tractor, quick attach plate for implements, and open source rototiller. Plus, we show how we set up a biodiesel reactor. We also made more solar panels, and show other fruits of Factor e Farm. More… Continue Reading

Solar Panel Construction 1 – Open Source Ecology

This shows how to solder solar cell ribbon to solar cells. Part 1. For more information, see openfarmtech.org See more info about constructing our solar panels here: openfarmtech.org We are looking for people who are interested in building the world’s… Continue Reading

The Global Village Construction Set – Technology and Permaculture – Open Source Ecology

Here is a more general overview of the work of Factor e Farm. We are also kicking off the 1000 True Fans – 1000 Global Villages campaign. We are gathering the support of 1000 people, who commit per month for… Continue Reading

Stirling Energy Systems Intros Their New Suncatcher CSP System – buildaroo.com

Stirling Energy Systems featured their new Stirling Engine powered Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Suncatcher System at this year’s Solar Power International conference. The Buildaroo News Team interviewed Brian and Jeff about the product’s technology, energy efficiency and manufacturing process. What’s… Continue Reading

Green Technology – Solar Building Blocks

SOLAR ZIPBLOCKS – This movie illustrates the concept of how solar Zipblocks would work. It shows how the solar film on the outside is interconnected via a circuit embedded within the Zipblock, how this circuit easily interconnects to multiple Zipblocks,… Continue Reading