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solar power and real estate: Solar Power Knowledge Should Be Part of the Skill Set for Realtors Today - 09/20/10 02:09 PM
 
This weekend I attended a two day workshop in Pittsboro on solar power.  We discussed the pros and cons of grid tied systems (about 95% of systems), hybrid grid tied systems (more complicated but useful in areas that have frequent power outages) and off grid systems. 
Other topics and exercises included:
·         Using a multi meter to measure volts and current in various pv modules (panels)
·         Finding the amount of sunlight a site would receive year round by measuring with a solar pathfinder (such a cool tool and great for gardeners, too!)
·         Measuring temperature of the panel … (1 comments)

 
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Mari Trosclair

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