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Found something on Craigslist.
4/7/2012 4:06:28 PM
http://nesd.craigslist.org/eld/2901282688.html
I'm interested in alternative power sources but haven't had any time to really dive into the subject.
This doesn't seem very expensive but it could be a worthless POS for all I know.
I'm interested in alternative power sources but haven't had any time to really dive into the subject.
This doesn't seem very expensive but it could be a worthless POS for all I know.
4/7/2012 6:36:21 PM
Wind is the most inefficient of alternative energy technologies, except for perhaps fuel cells so I recommend staying away from this deal. Buy solar if you want to go alternative energy and you'll get a 7-12 year ROI typically.
4/7/2012 7:13:01 PM
I do live in SD where it's always windy.
How much does a solar system with comparable output run?
How much does a solar system with comparable output run?
4/7/2012 7:16:19 PM
Originally Posted By FNFalGuy:
Wind is the most inefficient of alternative energy technologies, except for perhaps fuel cells so I recommend staying away from this deal. Buy solar if you want to go alternative energy and you'll get a 7-12 year ROI typically.
Wind is the most inefficient of alternative energy technologies, except for perhaps fuel cells so I recommend staying away from this deal. Buy solar if you want to go alternative energy and you'll get a 7-12 year ROI typically.
havent done much reading about this have you? solar isnt the end all be all. to have a good system you need solar and wind. sun dont shine at night and on cloudy days solar panels output is limited but there is a good chance the wind is still blowing. while you need a steady wind with a speed above 6 or 7MPH to produce power, when mounted 40ft or higher it isnt that difficult. i would shop around to see what other windmills are running before pulling the trigger. plus, looking at that add it seems its a 24v windmill so take that into account.
4/7/2012 9:02:43 PM
Apparently wind isnt all that food from what I've read here and on other sites.
4/7/2012 9:35:55 PM
Wind, Solar, hydro... They all have their place. Just depends on your location, budget and needs. A few dark, windy winter days and Wind comes in handy.
4/8/2012 12:07:13 AM
Originally Posted By mylt1:
havent done much reading about this have you? solar isnt the end all be all. to have a good system you need solar and wind. sun dont shine at night and on cloudy days solar panels output is limited but there is a good chance the wind is still blowing. while you need a steady wind with a speed above 6 or 7MPH to produce power, when mounted 40ft or higher it isnt that difficult. i would shop around to see what other windmills are running before pulling the trigger. plus, looking at that add it seems its a 24v windmill so take that into account.
Originally Posted By FNFalGuy:
Wind is the most inefficient of alternative energy technologies, except for perhaps fuel cells so I recommend staying away from this deal. Buy solar if you want to go alternative energy and you'll get a 7-12 year ROI typically.
Wind is the most inefficient of alternative energy technologies, except for perhaps fuel cells so I recommend staying away from this deal. Buy solar if you want to go alternative energy and you'll get a 7-12 year ROI typically.
havent done much reading about this have you? solar isnt the end all be all. to have a good system you need solar and wind. sun dont shine at night and on cloudy days solar panels output is limited but there is a good chance the wind is still blowing. while you need a steady wind with a speed above 6 or 7MPH to produce power, when mounted 40ft or higher it isnt that difficult. i would shop around to see what other windmills are running before pulling the trigger. plus, looking at that add it seems its a 24v windmill so take that into account.
Interesting you say this. My former client (so technically I am not independant so take this for what you will) even recomends a dual use set up. The owners started the company specifically to supplement solar power with wind power as stated in their "about us" section. See the diagram on this page also.
http://www.windenergy.com/residential/off-grid-applications
