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Freeloader PicoBuy the new economical Freeloader Pico solar charger
Article Last Modified: 14:37, 19th Nov 2009solar | shopping | electronicsDirect Solar Water Heating SystemFind out how to put together a simple and cost effective direct solar water heating system
Article Last Modified: 09:25, 16th Nov 2009solar | water | heatingSolar Charge ControllerFind out more about Solar Charge Controllers
Article Last Modified: 11:12, 29th Oct 2009solar | electronics | electric circuitSimple Solar Water Preheating SystemUse solar power to pre-heat water and reduce electricity/gas consumption
Article Last Modified: 14:47, 7th Oct 2009solar | heating | waterDrayton SHR52120 Solar Thermal ControllerFind out more about (and buy) the Drayton SHR 521 20 solar thermal controller
Article Last Modified: 11:44, 3rd Oct 2009solar | water | heating | electronics | shoppingREUK Poultry Lighting SystemBuy the tried and tested REUK poultry lighting system
Article Last Modified: 15:17, 28th Sep 2009solar | shopping | generalPower Predictor from Better GenerationFind out about the new Power Predictor from Better Generation - solar and wind power data logger
Article Last Modified: 09:16, 14th Aug 2009wind | solar | general | shoppingFeed in TariffFind out more about feed in tariffs - the amount you can be paid for exporting renewable electricity to the National Grid
Article Last Modified: 15:01, 16th Jul 2009solar | wind | generalFreeloader ProIntroduction to the new Freeloader Pro - the ultimate professional solar charger
Article Last Modified: 16:56, 9th Jul 2009solar | shopping | generalSolar Roof TilesFind out about solar cells built into roof tiles / shingles
Article Last Modified: 12:03, 29th Jun 2009solarAutomatic Hen House Door Closer OpenerFind out how to put together a DIY automatic hen house door opener and closer
Article Last Modified: 11:47, 27th Jun 2009electric circuit | general | solarFreeloader Solar ChargerFind out more about the Freeloader solar charger for mobile phones, iPods, PDAs, and GPS
Article Last Modified: 12:01, 25th Jun 2009solar | shopping | generalSolarMate Solar Shed Light ReviewA review of the SolarMate 0.5 remote control utility light
Article Last Modified: 10:35, 25th Jun 2009solar | lighting | shoppingSolar Pump Controller for Swimming PoolsRead about the new REUK solar pump controller for swimming pool heating
Article Last Modified: 16:37, 1st Jun 2009solar | heating | electronicsSharp Solar Panel for Mobile Phones and DevicesFind out more about the Sharp LR0GC02 Solar Panel module for recharging mobile phones and other devices
Article Last Modified: 12:20, 27th May 2009solar | news | shoppingSolar Power Station in SpacePlans are afoot to build a solar power station in space to beam energy down to Earth
Article Last Modified: 11:11, 18th Apr 2009solar | newsSolar Panels on eBayFind out about the solar panels on sale on eBay
Article Last Modified: 17:17, 11th Apr 2009solar | shoppingGreenhouse Heatsink Connection DiagramPutting together a solar powered greenhouse heatsink
system
Article Last Modified: 10:27, 31st Mar 2009solar | heating | generalJobs in Renewable EnergyFind a job in renewable energy and green technologies
Article Last Modified: 10:27, 31st Mar 2009general | wind | solarSolio Solar ChargerSolio Solar Charger for iPod, mobile phones, and rechargeable batteries
Article Last Modified: 10:26, 31st Mar 2009solar | shoppingSolio Magnesium Edition Product ReviewA product review of the Solio Magnesium Edition - solar iPod, and mobile phone charger
Article Last Modified: 10:26, 31st Mar 2009shopping | solar | storage | generalsolarDAB Solar Powered DAB RadioFind out more about the world's first solar powered DAB radio
Article Last Modified: 10:26, 31st Mar 2009shopping | solar | newssolarDAB Solar Radio ReviewProduct review for the Roberts solarDAB solar powered digital radio
Article Last Modified: 10:26, 31st Mar 2009shopping | solar | newsPowerMonkey ExplorerFind out more about the Power Monkey Explorer - a solar powered universal mobile phone charger
Article Last Modified: 10:26, 31st Mar 2009solar | shoppingSolar Powered Security SpotlightProtect your home with a solar-powered motion-detecting security spotlight
Article Last Modified: 10:26, 31st Mar 2009solar | shoppingSolar Clock ReviewProduct review for the Suck UK Design solar clock
Article Last Modified: 11:14, 27th Feb 2009shopping | solarWhat is Grid ParityAn introduction to the concept of grid parity in renewable energy generation
Article Last Modified: 13:07, 18th Feb 2009general | solarMolten Salt for Heat StorageFind out about how molten salt can be used as a heat store
Article Last Modified: 11:15, 18th Feb 2009heating | solar | generalSolar Hot Hose ShowerUse a length of hosepipe to heat water for a shower and much more
Article Last Modified: 13:10, 30th Jan 2009solar | water | heatingHow Do PV Solar Panels WorkFind out how photovoltaic solar cells generate electricity
Article Last Modified: 10:14, 10th Jan 2009solar | educationHow to Fit a Small Solar PanelFind out how to securely attach small solar panels to roofs and other surfaces
Article Last Modified: 11:04, 9th Jan 2009solar | generalOutdoor Solar Lights 50 LEDsFind out more about the EcoSavers
outdoor solar lights - 50 LEDs perfect for Christmas
Article Last Modified: 10:59, 25th Nov 2008solar | lighting | shoppingSolar Powered Poultry LightingPut together a solar system to power poultry lighting - increase winter egg production
Article Last Modified: 10:21, 15th Nov 2008solar | electric circuit | general | electronicsShed and Garage Solar LightingLight your shed or garage with solar powered lighting
Article Last Modified: 16:47, 12th Nov 2008lighting | solarThermosyphon Solar Water HeatingFind out how a Thermosyphon Solar Water Heating System works
Article Last Modified: 16:15, 3rd Nov 2008heating | solar | waterSolargorilla Laptop ChargerFind out about the Solargorilla - a rugged solar powered laptop charger
Article Last Modified: 12:55, 25th Sep 2008shopping | solar | electronicsPipe Clip Temperature SensorsFind out more about the Semitec CH range of pipe-clip temperature sensors (thermistors)
Article Last Modified: 11:54, 18th Sep 2008heating | solar | water | generalSolar Bread Box Batch HeaterFind out how to put together the simplest kind of solar water pre-heater
Article Last Modified: 11:52, 16th Sep 2008solar | water | heatingSteca TR 0301 Solar Water Heating ControllerFind out more about the Steca TR0301 temperature difference controller
Article Last Modified: 17:05, 15th Sep 2008water | solar | heating | electronicsHigh Capacity Alternative to 9 Volt BatteryGet ten times the capacity of a 9 Volt battery to power your devices
Article Last Modified: 15:58, 10th Sep 2008general | electric circuit | solarSolar Hot Water Heat ExchangerFind out about a heat exchange coil which can be retro-fitted to standard hot water tanks for solar water heating
Article Last Modified: 16:47, 5th Sep 2008solar | heating | water40 Amp Blocking Diode 1N1190AFind out how to use a blocking diode with a wind turbine generator
Article Last Modified: 11:21, 2nd Sep 2008wind | electric circuit | solarRun Washing Machines with Solar Hot WaterFind out about the problems of running a modern washing machine with solar hot water
Article Last Modified: 13:35, 22nd Aug 2008energy efficiency | water | solar | generalFuse and Solar PanelsUsing a fuse to prevent a short circuit when connecting solar panel to battery
Article Last Modified: 15:16, 19th Aug 2008electronics | solarDIY Solar Water Heating PrototypeFollow the construction of a successful DIY solar water heating prototype
Article Last Modified: 15:16, 19th Aug 2008solar | heating | waterSolar Charge Controllers on eBayFind out about the selection of solar charge controllers available on ebay
Article Last Modified: 15:43, 29th Jul 2008solar | electronics | shoppingSolar Power for Europe from SaharaRead about plans to power EU entirely from solar electricity generated in Sahara Desert
Article Last Modified: 09:43, 23rd Jul 2008solar | newsSunGuard 4.5A Solar Charge ControllerFind out more about the Sun Guard 4.5A solar charge controller for small solar power systems
Article Last Modified: 15:20, 21st Jul 2008solar | shoppingEvacuated Tube Solar Water HeatingLearn about the most efficient way to use the sun to heat water
Article Last Modified: 11:51, 21st Jul 2008heating | solarSimple Solar Water HeatingMake a simple solar water heater with easy to find materials
Article Last Modified: 13:17, 30th Jun 2008heating | solar | waterSolar Greenhouse Heat SinkFind out how to make a solar powered heatsink for your greenhouse
Article Last Modified: 11:32, 24th Jun 2008solar | generalSolar Powered IrrigationWater your garden or allotment with a solar powered irrigation system
Article Last Modified: 15:58, 12th Jun 2008solar | waterSolar Water Heating Pumping StationFind out more about the new solar water heating Pumping Station
Article Last Modified: 11:53, 6th May 2008solar | water | heatingRenewable Obligation CertificatesGenerate renewable source electricity and get paid twice with ROCs
Article Last Modified: 11:37, 15th Apr 2008general | energy efficiency | wind | solarFreeplay Companion RadioA review of the new Freeplay Mini Companion self sufficient AM/FM radio
Article Last Modified: 14:15, 31st Mar 2008shopping | general | solarSolar Shed Lighting CalculatorWork out the specifications for a solar powered shed/garage/outhouse lighting system
Article Last Modified: 13:52, 11th Mar 2008solar | storage | shopping | educationSolar TrackerSet up solar panels to track the motion of the sun across the sky to maximise power output
Article Last Modified: 10:37, 9th Feb 2008solar | electronicsSimple Solar Tracker ConceptMake a very simple sun tracker to maximise electricity generation from a PV solar panel
Article Last Modified: 10:37, 9th Feb 2008solar | electric circuit | generalBest UK Solar Export TariffFind out about Scottish and Southern's new 18p/kWh export tariff for grid tied solar power systems
Article Last Modified: 10:40, 11th Dec 2007solar | newsSun Jar Solar Powered LightFind out about the Sun Jar solar powered light - a wonderful gift for adults and children
Article Last Modified: 07:43, 28th Nov 2007shopping | solarPIR Sensor CircuitsFind out more about using PIR sensors within renewable energy applications
Article Last Modified: 11:32, 3rd Nov 2007electronics | electric circuit | general | solarLight Dependent ResistorFind out more about LDRs and their use in renewable energy projects
Article Last Modified: 09:26, 24th Oct 2007electric circuit | solarTrack Solar Electricity Generation at GoogleTrack the electricity generated at the Googleplex online
Article Last Modified: 11:01, 6th Oct 2007solar | general | newsPIR SensorsFind out how to integrate PIR (passive infra red) sensors into renewable energy applications
Article Last Modified: 15:30, 2nd Oct 2007electronics | solar | generalChange to a Green SupplierFind out how to change your electricity supplier to a green alternative
Article Last Modified: 08:17, 28th Sep 2007general | solar | windZephyr Solar Powered PlaneLearn about a solar powered plane that could fly for months - Zephyr
Article Last Modified: 15:49, 10th Sep 2007solar | transport | newsBest UK Green Power CompanyFind out about Green Power - The UK's best green power generator
Article Last Modified: 11:27, 23rd Aug 2007general | solar | windWatercone Solar Fresh WaterFind out about the Watercone - a sun powered device for extracting fresh water from salt water
Article Last Modified: 09:33, 14th Aug 2007water | solarSunSaver 10A Solar Charge ControllerFind out more about the SunSaver 10 Amp solar charge controller for solar power systems up to 120 Watts
Article Last Modified: 16:21, 9th Aug 2007solar | shoppingSolar Trade Association UKFind out more about the Solar Trade Association
Article Last Modified: 08:27, 3rd Aug 2007solar | generalSolartwin Solar Water HeatingFind out more about the Solartwin solar water heating system
Article Last Modified: 12:08, 30th Jul 2007solar | waterSolar Battery ChargingMake a solar charger for NiCd and NiMH rechargeable AA, AAA etc batteries
Article Last Modified: 09:43, 30th Jul 2007solar | educationBasic 4 AA Solar Battery Charger PlansMake a simple solar charger for 4 AA rechargeable batteries
Article Last Modified: 09:43, 30th Jul 2007solar | educationSolar iPod ChargerFind out how to make a solar powered charger for your iPod
Article Last Modified: 11:00, 20th Jul 2007solar | generalDIY Solar Panel KitsMake your own solar panels from as little as US$2.95 per Watt.
Article Last Modified: 14:51, 16th Jul 2007solar | generalUS Plans for 80MW PV Solar FarmCleantech America planning World's largest PV solar power station - 80MW in Fresno, California
Article Last Modified: 17:28, 9th Jul 2007solar | newsSolar Water Heating Pump ControllerBuild an electronic pump controller for a solar water heating system
Article Last Modified: 11:33, 9th Jul 2007water | solar | electronicsSolar Powered Nestbox CCTV CameraObserve wildlife inside a nestbox with a solar powered wireless CCTV camera
Article Last Modified: 09:32, 26th Jun 2007solar | electric circuit | generalSolar Powered Wireless CCTVUse a solar panel to power a wireless CCTV system
Article Last Modified: 09:32, 26th Jun 2007solar | electronics | electric circuitNevada Solar One Switched OnNevada Solar One has gone online and is now providing solar power electricity to 15,000 US homes
Article Last Modified: 11:47, 11th Jun 2007solar | newsSunny Boy SB 700 InvertersFind out more about the SB-700 - one of the most popular Sunny Boy inverters
Article Last Modified: 06:54, 25th May 2007solar | shoppingSteca PR 0505 Solar Charge Controller ReviewA review of the Steca PR 0505 Solar Charge Controller
Article Last Modified: 10:58, 23rd May 2007solar | shoppingMeasuring the Power of A Solar PanelFind out how to measure the power output of a PV solar panel
Article Last Modified: 16:22, 17th May 2007solar | educationEffect of Temperature on Solar PanelsExperiment to show the effect of temperature on PV solar panel power output
Article Last Modified: 16:00, 17th May 2007solar | educationVoltage Doubler for Solar Battery ChargerBoost the voltage of a solar panel to power higher voltage devices or charge batteries
Article Last Modified: 13:15, 16th May 2007solar | electronics | educationFirst European Solar Power TowerEurope's first commercial concentrated solar tower power plant opens in Spain
Article Last Modified: 19:19, 4th May 2007solar | newsMake a Simple Solar Air HeaterHeat a room or outhouse with a solar heater made from recycled aluminium cans
Article Last Modified: 14:55, 1st May 2007solar | heatingPut Together an REUK Solar Lighting KitFull construction plans for solar powered shed or garage lighting using LED spotlights
Article Last Modified: 14:36, 25th Apr 2007solar | lighting | electric circuitTest a Concentrated Solar Heater DesignTest results for a scaled down concentrated solar water heating parabolic trough
Article Last Modified: 10:14, 12th Apr 2007heating | solar | waterBuild a Concentrated Solar Water HeaterPlans for building a cheap advanced solar water heating system
Article Last Modified: 10:14, 12th Apr 2007heating | solar | waterHow are Solar Panels MadeFind out how solar panels are manufactured
Article Last Modified: 16:04, 10th Apr 2007solar | educationPlanning Permission No Longer RequiredPlanning permission to no longer be required for domestic wind turbine and solar panel installations
Article Last Modified: 14:16, 4th Apr 2007news | wind | solarDavid Cameron Wind Turbine Finally InstalledWind turbine generator installed at Cameron's West London home
Article Last Modified: 11:46, 4th Apr 2007wind | solar | general | newsTop Solar Photovoltaics AwardsFind out which are the top PV solar brands in the world for solar panels, inverters, and more
Article Last Modified: 08:48, 2nd Apr 2007solar | newsSolar Shed Lighting Circuit TestingAnalysis of a typical solar shed LED lighting circuit
Article Last Modified: 11:56, 31st Mar 2007lighting | solar | education | electric circuitMore On Googles 1.6MW Solar InstallationThe latest information about Google's 1.6MW PV solar panel project
Article Last Modified: 08:41, 31st Mar 2007solar | newsSolar Battery Charger With LM317TFind out how to make a current controlled solar battery charger using an LM317T
Article Last Modified: 09:34, 30th Mar 2007solar | education | electric circuit200MW Solar TowerSolar tower being built in Australia to generate up to 200MW of electricity
Article Last Modified: 16:58, 27th Mar 2007solarBasic Ammeters and VoltmetersFind out how to monitor the health of your RE system's generator and batteries
Article Last Modified: 18:17, 26th Feb 2007electronics | storage | wind | solarDiodes and Solar PanelsWhy are solar panels connected to batteries through a diode?
Article Last Modified: 18:00, 2nd Feb 2007electronics | solarTesco Plan Worlds Largest Solar RoofNew Californian distribution centre to have 2MW solar roof
Article Last Modified: 13:11, 25th Jan 2007solar | newsReunion Island PV Solar Power Plant10,000 square metres of PV solar panels installed on Reunion
Article Last Modified: 14:05, 12th Jan 2007solar | newsMoura Worlds Largest PV Solar PlantConstruction begun on 62MW world leading PV solar power installation
Article Last Modified: 13:45, 12th Jan 2007solar | newsWal Mart Plan 100MW Solar ProjectWal-Mart planning world's largest corportate solar installation (100MW)
Article Last Modified: 09:49, 10th Jan 2007solar | newsMillion Solar Roofs PlanBilled passed into law to install one million solar roofs in California by 2018
Article Last Modified: 09:24, 10th Jan 2007solar | news40 Percent Efficiency PV Solar PanelsSpectrolab break 40% efficiency for PV solar panels
Article Last Modified: 15:00, 9th Jan 2007solar | newsConcentrating Solar VoltaicsConcentrate sunlight onto solar cells increasing power output.
Article Last Modified: 15:00, 9th Jan 2007solarMulti Junction Solar CellsFind out more about the most efficient solar cells in the world
Article Last Modified: 13:46, 9th Jan 2007solarNevada Solar OneInformation about Nevada Solar One concentrated solar power plant
Article Last Modified: 11:56, 8th Jan 2007solarConcentrated Solar PowerFind out about CSP - an alternative to PV solar panels and oil
Article Last Modified: 11:47, 8th Jan 2007solarSunPower SPR 315 Solar PanelsFind out about the latest SunPower SPR-315 super efficient solar panels
Article Last Modified: 15:18, 3rd Jan 2007solarGrid Tie InvertersFind out more about Grid Tie Inverters - connect your RE system to the grid
Article Last Modified: 16:36, 2nd Jan 2007general | wind | solar | electronicsDavid Cameron No Wind TurbineSix months on still no sign of David Cameron's famous wind turbine
Article Last Modified: 18:00, 21st Dec 2006wind | solar | general | newsDavid Cameron Wind TurbineConservative leader David Cameron's foray into alternative energy
Article Last Modified: 09:54, 21st Dec 2006wind | solar | general | newsIntroduction to Solar Water HeatingFind out more about the benefits of solar water heating.
Article Last Modified: 12:00, 20th Dec 2006heating | solarPumps for Solar Water HeatingFind a suitable water pump for a solar water heating system
Article Last Modified: 11:15, 20th Dec 2006heating | solarSolar Water Heating CoursesPractical courses about solar water heating
Article Last Modified: 10:33, 15th Dec 2006water | solar | educationGoogle Goes SolarRead about Google's planned 1.6MW photovoltaic solar installation.
Article Last Modified: 09:49, 13th Dec 2006solar | newsB and Q Wind Turbines and SolarB and Q are now stocking domestic wind turbine generators and solar panels
Article Last Modified: 09:49, 13th Dec 2006wind | solar | general | newsSolar CenturyFind out about Solar Century - the UK's Leading Solar Solutions Company
Article Last Modified: 12:41, 27th Nov 2006solarWorlds Largest Solar Power PlantFind out about the world's largest photovoltaic solar power station
Article Last Modified: 17:04, 2nd May 2006solarPV Solar Prius CarLook at an PV Solar Panel enhanced Toyota Prius
Article Last Modified: 18:00, 21st Apr 2006transport | solarDIY Solar Water HeatingBuild Your Own DIY Solar Water Heating Panel
Article Last Modified: 15:37, 21st Apr 2006heating | solarSolar Oven CookingCook food for free with the power of the sun in a solar oven
Article Last Modified: 14:47, 21st Apr 2006solar | generalStirling Engine Solar PowerGenerate electricity from a solar powered Stirling Engine
Article Last Modified: 13:39, 17th Apr 2006solarSolar WebsitesA collection of websites about solar power
Article Last Modified: 14:12, 27th Mar 2006solar | websites
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