Power generating question?

What type of Alternative Power are you Generating?

I'm not into paperwork but I have experience with both on grid and off grid systems. I like the hybrid system with battery back up (wind generator, PV, grid-tie inverter). If the grid goes down there is a battery backed up sub panel. I like it for the independence of off grid but consider it a luxury more than going green or whatever ya wanna call it. I have experience with renewable energy systems using wind and solar (PV), for many system configurations: on-grid, off-grid, battery backed grid tie, grid direct (no batteries)

I think the systems typically promoted interfere and do not not promote energy independence, but I'm likely preaching to the chrior :D. The contractors are motivated by governments to get home owners to put PV panels on a roof and connect a grid direct system. The panels barley offset energy use and require many levels of substitutes to get a return on investment.

I think PV is an excellent tool for small scale, remote radio, remote homes, and more but I do not see efficiency in using resources to build a PV panel for the purpose of direct grid tie system typically encountered these days. I am sorry to rant I don't have any idea what your doing, and am happy you are looking into it :D

My point is be leery of some new bandwagon contractors, but if you decide to go for a grid direct (battery-less) system understand the motive is ROI. I don't think ROI is there, or I do not advocate this use of PV. The contractors should be all about helping with paperwork on all government levels, and there is the newer one time trading of carbon unit for your power station (sure ya heard of the racket).

Don't get me wrong, I study and use both PV and wind resources for utility grade electricity and smaller applications. In my opinion Wind energy is a good option too on a small-scale if you have a good wind resource. Any of these technologies start with using less energy and technology is helping that.

I want to learn more about geo-thermal and other resources like solar passive water, concentrated solar, and more. Does anyone have good resources for applying these technologies?

As far as paper work, I know it varies by state and in some states you get paid back more for PV than wind.

All the best --3D

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