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Just curious if there is anyone out there currently using a grid tied wind turbine or off grid on here? I just wanted to see what you think about it, how much power you get from it etc. Any information is much appreciated.

Education Corporation of America, a leading owner and operator of private higher education institutions in the United States, announced that Ecotech Institute kicked off its first day of coursework today. Ecotech Institute, based in Aurora, Colorado, is the first and only college focused entirely on preparing America’s workforce for careers in renewable energy and sustainable design. The school’s… Continue

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We had the closest lightning strike I have ever experienced over the weekend and apart from nearly jumping out of my skin a whole bunch of our appliances were blown. One of which was the 220V transformer located in my gates control unit.

Yesterday I retrofitted the gates standby battery system with a 25W solar panel and… Continue

Please post some pictures of your systems. Show us how you power yourselves.



They do not have to be pretty pictures. I like 'em raw and funky. (this means you, Sparky Candoo) We don't judge here by the tidiness of your wiring. We are about empowerment, not regulations and rules. The electrical inspector is not watching. And even if he was, he'll never find you.



Hopefully your systems are safe, and at least follow the spirit of the NEC. But the beauty of PV, especially low… Continue

Calling all solar powered people! If you use renewable energy (RE) systems in your home, vessel or business, stand up and be counted by joining the Solar Empowerment Network. Share some pictures or videos of your system or start a blog to share your off-grid adventures with the grid-dependent masses. Use the forum to ask questions or start a discussion.



If you use PV, wind, microhydro or solar hot water systems please join the network! If you are a RE system installer or contractor… Continue