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I was wondering if anyone knew about a solar company that went out of business maybe 10 years ago. I’m doing a project for my school and don’t know the company that donated solar panels to us. I found out they went out of business so they don’t have a website. The solar panels themselves wer donated 15-20 years ago. Thanks for your help.
I would find out the name of the panels, like if they have a brand name or a company’s name on them, and ask a company that is currently operating in your area. Preferrably one who has been around for a while. They might be able to answer your questions or give you a suggestion on what to do next. They may even be willing to sponsor a project if you play your cards right!
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Waitsfield, VT March 21, 2008 – Houseneeds.com, The Vermont based internet seller of energy efficient, environmentally friendly heating and ventilation products, has partnered with Fafco of Chico, California, to offer the Hot2o Solar Hot Water System to homeowners across the USA and Canada at a very special introductory price.
The Fafco Hot2o Solar Hot Water System was designed to work in conjunction with a household’s existing water heater, whether it’s a standard tank or a more energy efficient Tankless water heater, to dramatically reduce the typical Homeowner’s water heating costs. Utilizing the free energy provided by the sun, the Hot2o can produce up to 50% of the hot water required by the typical US household. The Hot2o’s unique drainback system protects it from the possibility of freezing, making installation quick and easy in any climate.
Besides savings of up to 50% for water heating costs, The Hot2o also qualifies for the
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Paloma PH16FS Gas Hot Water Heater $689 Paloma tankless water heater with Electronic Ignition, Built-in Temperature Control, Backflow Prevention Kit, and Wall Mounting Bracket! Paloma Tankless Water Heater delivers endless hot water, because it heats water only when you need it. It won’t force you to wait for another tankful of hot water in case you end up being the last one to take a shower. It just won’t run out of hot water! No pilot, no standby heat loss and no storage tank.Set temperature of hot water on the operation panel. The computer will detect the incoming water temperature and calculate necessary heat to achieve set temperature. Heated water temperature will be monitored upon exiting, in case adjustments are needed.The electronic system detects temperature of incoming water and activates the burner as water flows through the controls, heating it instantaneously |
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Thanks to technology, inventions help make life easier for us. It all started with the solar calculator. From there, people discovered that the sun can be used for regeneration – just like how Superman re-charges by flying to the sun whenever he is weakened by kryptonite.
One of the latest inventions concerning solar energy is the solar pool heater. Pushing the envelope further, solar home heating can also be done. This was basically inspired by the experience of getting burnt once your skin gets in contact with water (primarily from hose) that has been sitting out on the sun for too long. This is called passive solar water heating.
Before the beginning of the 21st century, states like Los Angeles and Florida have already taken advantage of passive solar hot water systems. There were a number of sytems using solar water heating that are located in the mentioned states’ roof tops.
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solar water heater Project – Is plastic wrap a good insulator?
Hi, I am doing a project for science. I have to create a basically passive solar water heater, using no panels, electricity, open flames, etc. to heat 200mL of water in 10 minutes. My idea is to take a shoebox, paint the base black, cover the sides with foil, and put in the container with the water. If needed, I will add a magnifying glass over the container. On top of the coverless shoebox, I will cover it with plastic wrap. I was hoping the plastic wrap will allow the sunrays to go in, and not to let out the accumulating heat out. Is this a plausible approach?
Edit: Thanks for the replies guys. This is really going to help me. How about if I just cover the base with foil too? That way, the only absorbing element will be the cup,
