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Online Solar Resources
- Home Power magazine offers a number of great introductory articles explaining the basics of solar power mechanisms.
- This article (pdf format) offers an easy-to-follow explanation and diagram of basic home solar power electricity systems, while this article (pdf format) explains solar hot-water systems.
- This study by the National Renewable Energy Labs shows how long it takes for the cost of a solar system to be offset by the energy being produced. Energy payback is usually achieved within four years.
- Realgoods.com offers a great library of renewable energy articles and resources here.
- Thesolarguide.com offers a wide variety of articles on solar energy systems, as well as on other types of renewable energy.
- FindSolar.com has a calculator which gives potential money savings and basic data for a home solar PV or water heating system, based upon where you live and how much of your energy would be provided by solar energy. They also have a database of companies which specialize in solar power.
- For basic information on types of solar power and how solar power can be used in Alaska, visit ABS Alaskan. This site also offers wholesale renewable energy systems for your home.
- Alaskasun.org has created a solar design manual for Alaska! Download it for free at their website.
- Companies in Alaska offering solar products.
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