small residential solar power system

short video describing a small solar power system that i set up at my house. it consists of twelve 1 amp solar panels (15 watts each for a total of 180 watts of power – per hour). i use it… Continue Reading

What is the next revolution in solar cells?

First generation solar cells began with a large amount of Silicon and only single junctions. Second Generation solar cells called thin film cells, began with much less Silicon. In addition first generation solar was improved with multiple junctions. Third Generation… Continue Reading

Question about Piezoelectricity?

I was wondering if it would be possible to combine the technology of piezoelectricity to generate electricity from rain and the technology of solar panels to create something that could generate electricity "rain or shine" I know the efficiency of… Continue Reading

Hippy Gourmet at Ethical Approach Autos & Akeena Solar!

www.HippyGourmet.com http www.Akeena.com In this segment from Organic Living with the Hippy Gourmet TV, we meet Dan Reuter from Ethical Approach Auto Sales and Barry Cinnamon from Akeena Solar, who describe the synergies between electric cars and solar panels! This… Continue Reading

Why cant we install Wind Turbines and/or Solar Panels all throughout America for our Energy needs?

Like if we designate 10,000 square miles and pack it with Wind Turbines and/or Solar Panels or even if we place them in pockets all through-out American wouldn’t that solve our Energy crisis? We already use the technology so why… Continue Reading