What are some drawbacks from using solar energy? I know that it is expensive, and it only works when the sun is out, what are 3 other drawbacks? Well for one, solar panels are not yet fully developed to the point where they're efficient enough for normal use for everyone and everywhere. Solar panels will [...]
I was wondering how many 700 W solar panels it would take to run a household A/C unit. Also curious how many batteries it would take to keep A/C running in inhospitable environments. Would a 3500 W inverter be enough if it were to run 220 AC? Here we are doing the math of two [...]
I have to write a report comparing and contrasting 3 types of renewable energy sources. One of my chosen ones is already geothermal, can you give me two more renewable energy sources that are considered the best ones? Because I have to choose which one is the best and explain why it is. Thanks. By [...]
Do I need to go back to school and get a graduate degree? I am currently a well-paid web developer and Java programmer, and currently have only a bachelors degree. Do companies working with alternative energy need such people, or would I have to go back to school to get involved? A lot of the [...]
The Renewable Energy Handbook: A Guide to Rural Energy Independence, Off-Grid and Sustainable 
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