There are many different types of PV panels available on the market. Some are built for lowest production cost while others are built for longest life, while still others are built to have the highest production density per square foot. There are benefits and drawbacks to each, and depending on the unique scenario of your application one may be a better choice than the other. That is why we are here, to help you get the right panel for the right price.
Thermal Solar panels fall under two categories, Hot-water production and hot-air production. The hot-water panels can help to provide heating to a home that's heating already comes from a water-based heating system. Hot-water systems can also store hot water in insulated tanks to use for heating or domestic use at night. The hot-air systems can be used in any type of home but compliment a forced air heating system. The hot-air production only occurs when sunlight is shining on the panels so there is no storage of heat energy in tanks. These systems are complicated, but no need to worry we have you covered. We can design and install one of these systems or a hybrid of these systems to fit your needs.
Wind turbines are one of the oldest and well-known forms of renewable energy power production. There are two types of turbines, pumping turbines and electric turbines. The pumping turbines turn spinning motion into up and down motion to operate water pumps at the base of the tower. Electric production turbines have a generator attached to the drive-shaft of the blades and turn spinning motion into AC or DC current. The energy produced can be used to charge batteries, or fed back onto the grid which will result in your meter spinning backwards whenever your demand is lower than production. Turbines require special placement and do not work everywhere, but we can help determine if your location is suitable for a wind turbine.
Geo-thermal systems generally use water from aquifers below ground to supply a thermal source for a heat pump to either disperse heat or collect heat. These systems work both to gather heat for a home or business during winter, and to dispel heat from a home or business during summer. The systems require wells to be bored to allow access to sufficient water flow to operate properly. Many places do have sufficient water resources below ground for these systems and they are very efficient. The design of the system is important to allow for effective and efficient operation. Our in-house engineer can help to design a system for your specific needs based on the heating/cooling requirements of your building. Feel free to contact us for more information.
Battery Back-up systems are incredibly convenient and provide an added level of comfort for the homeowner. Businesses are required by law to have battery backups (the emergency lighting above stairwells and doorways). These systems are much more efficient and cost-effective when properly designed. Our engineer has extensive background knowledge on these systems and can help to bring down the cost of providing convenience and comfort for the homeowner and helping the business adhere to local code while saving money over traditional setups. These systems can be installed in conjunction with a renewable energy system to not only help you or your organization be more eco-friendly, but to ensure that even if the power is out for several days you have a battery bank that will be charged and at your disposal for heating, cooling, lighting, and/or water-supply.
Net-metering is the ability to generate electricity at your site and sell it to your local electric company. At a later time you then use the power your system produced from your electric company at no cost to you. Everyone is permitted to net meter by law. This allows you to install a grid-tie system with no need for a storage system. The grid stores it for you for free.
