With summer Air Conditioning bills at a high and winter around the corner many people are asking about building their own power sources, before winter bills hit. Let me address some of these questions.
The energy-saving benefits you will enjoy, will be a direct function of the size and quality of the system you build, as well as all the characteristics of your home (insulation, southern exposure and materials). You should know that your total energy output will be impacted by the solar and wind resources in your area and your neighborhood and that your eventual savings will depend on where you live and what surrounds you (hills, valleys, buildings, etc).
It’s best if you consult the Dept of Energy’s website and pay particular attention to the solar and wind resource maps. Often this information is available at your local city hall, which is also the most relevant source for legal questions, permits and permissions.
If what you really want is to have power and save money, I suggest you contact www.bigdogenergy.com and ask them the hard questions.