Rooftop power

Rooftop Power-Over the years there have been many attempts to find places for power in our cities. This is changing. Now there are solar tiles and solar roofs, wind mounted turbines and even more ideas on the horizon. I hope you enjoy this section and learn something that will help you decide on a future for your home.

Catching Some Rays-Article- Solar Shingles Can Turn Your Rooftop into a Miniature Power Plant

Powerlight Solar Electric Systems-Their roof mounted panels can withstand winds under 140 mph and are warrantied for 30 years.

Renewable Devices-Scotland -The turbine produces 4200 kwh a year and is mounted on the roof. A small 16-18 cubic foot refrigerator draws around 600 kwh a year so this small turbine should be able to power quite a bit and it sounds like a great product.

Rooftop Plan to Harness Wind Power-Wales-Article-This invention combines the use of tidal energy power mills with small windmills placed on the roof of every home.

Rooftop Wind Turbines-Scotland-Article-The generators, about the size of a television satellite dish, are expected to become a common urban sight. They will cut electricity bills and also help the executive to meet its ambitious renewable energy target.

 

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Solar Solutions for New York By David Eisenbud You know the phrase, "Out of sight, out of mind"? This could never be so wrong as when considering the rooftops of New York's buildings.