Aug 13

Top 5 Reasons For Building Homemade Solar Water Heaters

As the cost of conventional energy continues to spiral up, homemade solar water heaters and homemade solar heater systems are increasingly being embraced by consumers. Unlike traditional sources of energy, once your DIY water heater is constructed, you won’t have to be concerned about adding extra fuel or paying the invoices or maintenance and you will have a constant source of energy. (more…)

Jul 9

Solar Cell Basics

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A solar cell is a solid state semiconductor device that produces DC (direct current) electricity when stimulated by photons. When the photons contact the atomic structure of the cell, they dislodge electrons from the atoms. This leaves a void which attracts other free available electrons. (more…)