High Efficiency Solar Panels
High efficiency photovoltaic solar panels?
I saw an article and a patent for a new and revolutionary solar panel last year, with promises that they will be on the market soon. Has anyone heard anything more about these solar panels?
Article:
http://www.int.iol.co.za/index.php?set_id=1&click_id=116&art_id=vn20060211110132138C184427
Patent:
http://v3.espacenet.com/textdoc?DB=EPODOC&IDX=WO2005017979&F=0&QPN=WO2005017979
… Meanwhile, I found some more information about them: Being produced by Johanna Solar Technology*, a subsidiary of IFE**.
* http://www.johanna-solar.com/en/index.shtml
** http://www.ife-net.de/en/johanna.php
Not too long ago the US Gov gave Evergreen a large grant (I don’t think they had to pay it back) to build a cheaper solar module. Well they did it and really cut their cost big time. But if you notice the Evergreen solar modules sell for about the same as any other. A little less then some and a little more then others.
So it all comes down to the same thing, the tax payers got it up the rearend again.
They got free tax money to find a better way to do it then they charge the same price as everyone else. There is nothing in the law that says just because they can make it for less money that they have to pass on the savings. Normally they don’t. Why should they?
Oh, Just so you know, standard efficiency for solar modules is between 12% and 18%.
If anyone puts out a better solar cell at a lower price I will be very very very impressed. You better plan on paying more because they will tell you how much better their product is because of how they do things so it will be worth more. The price will not go down as long as people will pay for them the price just like with gas will just go up.
New High Efficiency Solar Panels
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Solio Mono by Solio $59.95 115167 Features: The solar cell is both durable and powerful for quick charging Integrated, rechargeable and replaceable lithium-ion battery can be charged with the sun or plug it in to a USB outlet Stores power up to one year Works with most mobile phones, MP3 players, PDA’s and GPS’s right out of the box (additional adapters are available) Specifications: Size: 47 x 13 x 85 inches Internal batt… |
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Sundanzer Solar-Powered Refrigerator – 1.8 Cubic ft 24.5inL x 27.5inW x 36.5inH $699.00 High efficiency Sundanzer solar-powered 12-volt DC freezer provides exceptionally low energy consumption and durability, requiring less expensive power systems and providing lower operational costs. Can run on a 110-watt solar panel, 100 AH 12V deep-cycle battery and 10 Amp charge controller (not included) in most areas. Some situations may require more power depending on ambient temperature, inte… |
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P3 International P4400 Kill A Watt Electricity Usage Monitor $29.99 Empowers You to Save Hundreds on Electric Bills Electricity bills are rising. Now you can cut down on costs and find out what appliances are actually worth keeping plugged in. Simply connect these appliances to the Kill A Watt, and it will assess how efficient they really are. The large LCD display counts consumption by the kilowatt-hour, the same as your local utility. You can calculate your elec… |
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Cobra CPI 1575 1500 Watt 12 Volt DC to 120 Volt AC Power Inverter $189.95 This inverter provides household power on the go. It converts battery power to 120 V AC household power, allowing you to power up office equipment and household appliances from your vehicle. This unit is ideal for such appliances as microwave ovens (1000 watts or less), coffeemakers, laptops, TVs, video game consoles, CD and DVD players, cell phone chargers, and more. Power equipment and applia… |
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Sunforce 22005 12-Volt MotoMaster Eliminator Folding Solar Panel $92.00 The Sunforce Products folding solar panel is an ideal source for portable outdoor power…. |
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Solio Mono-A Hybrid Solar Charger $59.99 115167BLK000 Features: The solar cell is both durable and powerful for quick charging Integrated, rechargeable and replaceable lithium-ion battery can be charged with the sun or plug it in to a USB outlet Stores power up to one year Works with most mobile phones, MP3 players, PDA’s and GPS’s right out of the box (additional adapters are available) Specifications: Size: 47 x 13 x 85 inches Interna… |
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Solar energy self power green flash light $5.99 This solar flashlight light is good for camping, emergency bag and general purpose flash light applications. This will even recharge 2 AA batteries. The patented waterproof design makes this solar flashlight usable in any weather conditions. Long lasting with high output, this solar flashlight will outshine and outperform almost all regular flashlights…. |
