http://www.diy-energy.org Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:55:59 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Ditching your super-sized SUV and remodeling your entire home for solar energy are great ways to go green, yet for most people it's not feasible due to the high costs involved. Going green doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. From using cloth tote bags to un-plugging your ... http://www.diy-energy.org/10-inexpensive-ways-to-go-green Mitch asked: I have seen DIY software which explains everything for novices. Specifically, how to build your own solar panels and tie them into your home electrical system for about $100 in parts. Has anyone tried doing this? Was it easy? 2.0 kW Solar PV Roofing Tile System http://www.diy-energy.org/are-diy-solar-panels-legitimate-for-saving-electricity pyrothahitman asked: ok i plan to make a wind turbine for a off grid hunting cabin so i can have electricity! i plan on hooking up the turbine generator to 12v car batteries 2 or 3 or 4...then use a 120v inverter...does this mean i have 120v of power or ... http://www.diy-energy.org/homemade-wind-turbine-12v-batteries-to-120v-inverter-help-plz nhrule asked: I am looking to find out the cost and reward for a home solar panel and the amount of energy it can produce. Maybe some web sites that can give me detailed info.Where to find solar kits http://www.diy-energy.org/anyone-know-if-solar-pannels-are-worth-to-buy-for-the-home Greg H asked: Just wondering if some experts out there could give some advice on what to features to look for and to "look out" for when purchasing and having installed a home solar power system. Of course I know sizing it properly is a big issue. However, ... http://www.diy-energy.org/what-features-should-i-look-for-when-purchasing-a-home-solar-power-system Millions of people across the globe use solar power on a daily basis to help meet the energy demands of their everyday lives. But how many people ever stop to think about where this solar energy is coming from? Sure, some would say that it comes from the sun. But ... http://www.diy-energy.org/the-science-of-solar-panels-and-how-they-work There are those naysayers all over the internet who will tell you that buying a DIY energy guide like Earth4Energy is a waste of money.  In the beginning a lot of these DIY guides received a bad rap because of the outlandish claims made on the sales pages.  Most of us aren't ... http://www.diy-energy.org/a-word-about-the-diy-energy-guides Gel asked: Meaning to say, which would you mostly prefer? Build a Wind Generator http://www.diy-energy.org/if-you-would-make-a-homemade-green-energy-source-what-would-it-be-wind-turbines-or-solar-cells The phrase "getting away from it all" usually means taking your RV, or tent somewhere outside the confines of the city and enjoying some peaceful time to yourself.  The only problem is that for those of us who enjoy our little conveniences, it means that you have to be plugged ... http://www.diy-energy.org/rv-solar-kits-and-camping-accessories Updated 02/21/2010 Company Name: Earth4Energy Product: Renewable Energy DIY Ebook - Claims to provide you with all the information that you need to build a solar panel, or wind turbine. Year Established: 2006. In our quest to find the best DIY Renewable Energy Guide we looked at several, then narrowed it down to ... http://www.diy-energy.org/our-compehensive-review-of-earth4energy