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Non-Tech : Alternative energy
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To: Rock_nj who wrote (2052)8/28/2005 10:13:33 AM
From: gg cox  Read Replies (1) of 16955
 
An excellent post, and the key paragraph is getting the home as efficient as possible before stepping into alternative energy.

<<Solar system, strong enough to provide electricity needs for a 1,200 sq. ft home using the most modern energy efficient appliances and lighting, figuring a 50% drop in energy consumption over a typical American household with no drop in comfort. A 50% drop or more in energy consumption is very practical in 2005 with off-the-shelf technology from efficient ACs and refrigerators to florescent lighting (an energy enthusiasts will live frugally). Say upgrading all your appliances will cost $5,000 (not necessary, but it makes achieving energy independence easier). Assume about 140 Kwh or consumption per month.>>

I would add here that upgrading home insulation and natures air conditioner large treesaround a home can in some circumstances almost eliminate the need for air conditioning.This of course can conflict with solar location but there are solutions.If you can find a large weeping willow in the urban jungle walk under it on a hot day and you will see what i mean.The use of the old clothes line for drying clothes would eliminate another large energy hog from the home(what would the neighbours say?? lol).Do not forget to add one of these also..

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