How Harvest Solar Energy

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Harvest ing Solar Energy

Overv iew o f Syst em s,op t ions and benefi t s o f Solar Energy Syst em s

By:John MigginsHarvest Solar Energy

renewable solutions to everyday needs


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Solar Energy Pot ent ia lAll Energy is Solar Energy, Lets harvest it directly, use it

for providing comfort via Energy, Hot Water, Heating, etc.

Enough solar energy hits the earth in one hour to power the world

for a year! This is a fantastic renewable, clean resource, how

can we use it for our advantage.


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Typic a l Hom e Energy Use

Solar Air Heaters

Passive Solar Heating

Energy efficient heaters,

Insulation-Radiant Barrier

Windows

Cool Attic- Attic Fans

Cool Roof

Tight Envelope

Geothermal/ energy

efficient Cooling

Whole house fan

CFL Light bulbs

Plug strips-

Programmable Thermostat

DC and AC Solar Systems

Off-grid or Grid-Tie Solar

Energy Audit

Solar Hot Water Systems

Kits or Turn-key

Tax credits!

30% on Hot water & Solar

Electric Systems

Ask about our $7500 taxCredit Savings Program

Harvest Solar Energy Products and Strategies for Real

Energy Savings


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Solar & Wind Hybr id

Systems


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Solar Syst em Com ponent s

Solar PanelsCharge Controllers-

fusing, wiring

BatteriesInverters

Mounting

Wiring, grounding

Monitoring


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Solar Panel Considera t ions

Type - mono, poly, amorphous, ribbon, bipv,concentrated, silicon or copper based

Function to generate POWER - move electrons

Density - wattage per square foot

Efficiency - conversion of light to energy

Durability - withstand the elements

Physical properties, heat tolerance, mounting, wiring,

grounding, spacingAppearance, form and function, dual use deployment

Manufacturer and availability, warranty, useful life


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Grid t ie Solar Syst em s

Easiest type of solar electric system, no

batteries or maintenance required

Solar Panels, mounting, wiring/fusing, invertersDC to AC, 95% efficient

Sense grid, if it goes down your system goesdown

Cost 7 to 10.00 per watt, minimum size of 1250watts for around $12,000 installed

Tax Credit of $2000 for homeowners, 30% forbusiness owners- though 2008


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Solar Hot Wat er

Solar water heating and air heating is the most effective

and economical use of solar energy.

Drainback Solar Hot water systems provide 85% of yourhot water

Systems start at $2500 and typically cost $3500 to$4500 installed.

Savings of $30 to $75 per month, Last 15 to 20 years.

The Sun is an effective source of heat for water forhome, pools, hot tubs and process heat

$2000 tax credit through 2008 for homeowners, 30%unlimited tax credit for business


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Solar Hot Wat er


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Solar Pool Hea t ing

Solar Pool heating extends swimming season by2 to 3 months

black polyethelene panels use sun energydirectly to heat pool water

can raise temp 10 to 14 degrees

50 to 70% of pool surface area in panels

facing south, using pool pump, automatic ormanual

very effective, cost $3500 to $5000


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Solar A i r Heat ing

Very effective heating source

Uses solar energy directly to heat home

black metal box that you blow air through

Heat in day, insulate well to preserve itCan be a home made appliance

Build into the home walls via tromble wall or

thermal windows facing southUse the sun when you need it and keep it out

when you dont


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Solar A i r Heat ing


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Solar Wat er Pum ping

High efficiency pumps can replace AC pumpswhich are energy hogs DC is more efficient

Pump direct, may need a battery system for 24

hour pumping,ideal for livestock, ponds, aerators, cabins,

homes

Also solar pool pumps to replace AC pool pumpswhich are also energy hogs

Tax Credits, Grants for rural properties


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op en nergy m ar t

Products Solar Hot Water for lasting energy savings

Energy Efficient Lighting Radiant Barrier- Reduce attic temperature

Attic Fans

Skylights-Tubular and traditional Solar Air Heaters

Plug strips-timers/Programmable Thermostat

Insulation/Windows

Passive Design to optimize the solar contribution

Thermal Shades to block unwanted sunlight


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Put t ing i t a l l t oget her

Solar Energy is easy to harvest, directly, indirectly and

make environmental, economic and sustainable sense Grid tie is easiest- $7 to $8.00 per watt

Battery based systems are also available for back-up or

remote applications, gate openers, attic fans, pumpingWhat you spend will insulate you from higher energy

bills in the future and make a statement for renewableenergy now and in the future

Aesthetics, Function, Color, simplicity, we can do it all.

Go Solar now and REAP the benefits for 25 years


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Harvest Solar $2000 Tax Credi t

Program

Energy Audit to determine needs

Solar Hot Water Heater or Solar Electric System

Attic Fans

Radiant Barrier-Insulation for atticSkylights for lighting and venting

Programmable Thermostats

Light Bulb Package

Whole House fan

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