Solar Power DIY
Featured Video - Partial DIY Install
I like Adam's story because he did some of the installation of his solar panel system himself. His story is really what this site is all about.
Video from last summer’s SunFest.
Pictures of pond solar panels.
I was surprised to hear that Exxon Mobil only spends 1% of it’s profits on renewal energy so I spoofed their TV commercials.
Picture of solar panels in Vail.
Some pictures from my Iphone
I wanted to know what type of services they offered.
A lawn mower question from one of my readers.
I was curious what electrical panel boards might not work well for a solar panel system.
I thought John Shaw has a great idea on how to trim a tree that might block your solar array.
Grounding seems like a easy thing, but it can be actually be very complex.
I thought you might like to enter if you are in the Denver area.
I was wondering if many people were removing their solar panels and selling them in a used market.
From one of my readers comes the following review of groSolar from Vermont
I answer a question I get a lot here at the SolarDave headquarters.
Picture of a Home Depot Solar Exhibit.
3rd Interview with John Shaw.
Installation at a rec center.
Confused - chart of the electrical usage.
I think Xcel should have given people more than 24 hour notice, they should have given them 2 months notice.
Solar Power International 2008 Conference video.
Interesting non-profit idea for those interested in solar.
I use about 750 kilowatt hours per month so I wanted to know what size system I needed.
What locations do they like to work in?
Simple to understand explanation of how solar panels work.
My last interview with Lighthouse solar.
I always like to know what products contractors are comfortable using.
What size are most people installing on their homes.
Basically I want to know how not to owe the utility anything for my electricity at the end of the year.
Scott tells us they use the right panel for the project.
Dave from Metro Solar describes the efficiency differences of PV compared to solar thermal.
I get lots of emails from people wanting more info on where to get trained and certified.
I was curious why so many vineyards in Napa California are going solar.
I am going to be installing solar panels on my house and doing lots of research. Come along for the ride.