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Buying Tips for Outdoor Solar Powered Lighting

With lots of choices for outdoor solar powered lighting, it could be complicated to decide on the very best choices for your property. Certainly, it’s essential to discover a style and design that you like, but you can find other factors to take into... 

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Stopping Theft of Solar Panels

Well – I never would have thought people are doing this! Depending on where you live and your situation, you may want to consider some of the remedies discussed in this NY Times article about people stealing solar panels.  Read More →

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How Solar Panels Work

Learn how solar panels work.
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Residential Solar Thermal Generator and Water Heater

My invention for the BC Hydro Invent the Future Contest is a simple home based solar thermal power generator which would produce electrical energy as well as hot water for domestic use.

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Solar Kits

5 Watt Mini Do-it-Yourself Solar Energy Kit

Product Description
This is the perfect do-it-yourself solar kit for small applications or for solar experimenting. The 5 watt solar panel charges the small 12V 1.2AH sealed battery (SLA). Kit includes 5 Watt framed solar panel, battery, charge controller, fuse holder, female lighter socket and wiring. Comes with easy assembly instructions.

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5 Watt Mini Do-it-Yourself Solar Energy Kit

Go Power! GP-RV-95 95-Watt Solar Kit with 25 Amp Digital Regulator

  • Highest efficiency on the market from this monocrystalline solar panel with the most power in the smallest dimensions
  • 25 amp digital regulator, mounting hardware and all wiring included in this kit
  • Provides 5.45 amps of charging power per hour to your battery
  • 25 year panel warranty
  • Produces a charge in overcast weather

Product Description
Go Power! 95-Watt Solar Charger is a high efficiency monocrystalline panel on the market, which takes the suns rays and creates DC power to charge the batteries. This panel will even produce some charging power in overcast weather. This kit charges up to 5.45 Amps per hour of good sunlight and averages about 228 Amps per hour of charge in a week. This kit includes a 25 Amp digital solar regulator capable of handling up to 395-Watt of solar, all mounting hardware to … More >>


Go Power! GP-RV-95 95-Watt Solar Kit with 25 Amp Digital Regulator

Sunforce 39305 650-Watt High-Efficiency Polycrystalline Solar Power Kit

  • High-efficiency polycrystalline solar cells from Sharp provide advanced power output
  • Weatherproof solar cells feature durable aluminum frames with tempered glass coverings
  • Includes five 130-Watt polycrystalline solar panels, a 50-Amp Pro-Series charge controller, a voltage tester, and mounting accessories
  • 25-year solar panel warranty
  • Kit is easy to install and virtually maintenance-free

Product Description
The Sunforce solar kit is comprised of 3 units of the 130 watt polycrystalline sharp solar panel. These panels are designed for RV’s, homes, boats, back-up and remote power use, 12 Volt battery charging and solar power stations, and much more. These are three high efficiency polycrystalline solar cell modules, which are completely maintenance free and easy to install. Use this pack for various tasks, or connect the multiple panels for more power. The panels are comp… More >>


Sunforce 39305 650-Watt High-Efficiency Polycrystalline Solar Power Kit