How to use solar products in your house.
The Solarvent Stainless Steel provides 24 hours a day of silent and reliable ventilation for hot or humid areas. Reduces condensation and heat build-up in your boat, RV, Cabin, shed and green house. This new stylish and aerodynamic Solarvent provides more than double the airflow of any similar sized solar vent. It runs on free solar energy.
- Run 48 hours without sunlight
- Two high capacity AA NiMh batteries offer 24-hour operation capability
- No wiring required - Never drains boat/RV batteries
- Can be installed on wood, glass, metal, plastic or canvas
- Easy one-click intake/exhaust/off airflow selection
Sunsei 70440 Solar Vent Stainless Steel Day/Night Solar Powered Vent
Solar Power Your Home For Dummies
- Choose and install your best solar system
- Handle small to large solar projects
- Heat and cool your house with solar energy
- Install exterior solar lighting
- Handle swimming pool, water heater, or ventilation solar projects
- Create greenhouses or solar rooms
- Build, buy, or sell a solar home
- Finance your solar investments
- Take advantage of tax rebates and incentives associated with solar power
- Avoid the worst solar mistakes
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The Department of Energy (DOE) obligates over $20 billion each fiscal year in contracts and financial assistance agreements.
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act)
Learn more about the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 at Recovery.gov.
Learn more about what the Department of Energy is doing regarding the Recovery Act by accessing the Department of Energy's Recovery Act web site.
The Department will submit business opportunity notices to the Federal Business Opportunities (FBO) and Grants.gov web sites, as required by the Recovery Act, and will clearly indicate which notices are related to the Recovery Act. In order to respond to these notices, contractors and/or recipients will need to register with both the Deparment of Energy's e-Center and FedConnect as soon as possible.
The Department of Energy is currently moving to the Strategic Integrated Procurement Enterprise System (STRIPES), which is an automated procurement and financial assistance system. FedConnect, a communications portal between contractors/recipients and STRIPES, will replace the Department of Energy's e-Center, and will be used to retrieve your submission.
During the transition to STRIPES, including responding to opportunities provided by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, please register with both the Department of Energy's e-Center and FedConnect to ensure you can submit your proposal, bid, or application to either site.
More information on doing business with DOE |
Clean Energy Technologies supported: Wind & Hydropower-Hydropower, Hydrogen and Fuel Cells, Biomass, Solar, Geothermal, Geothermal, Weatherization, Vehicle Technologies
EERE solicitations
- Recovery Act - Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants - Formula Grants
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Recovery Act (ARRA) - Deployment of Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Systems, District Energy Systems, Waste Energy Recovery Systems, and Efficient Industrial Equipment
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Recovery Act: National Laboratory Call for Foundational Photovoltaics and Concentrating Solar Power Research and Development
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Recovery Act: Wind Energy Consortia between Institutions of Higher Learning and Industry
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Program Year 2009 Weatherization Formula Grants
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Recovery Act - Geothermal Technologies Program: Ground Source Heat Pumps
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Recovery Act - Systems Level Technology Development, Integration,and Demonstration for Efficient Class 8 Trucks (SuperTruck) and Advanced Technology Powertrains For Light-Duty Vehicles (ATP-LD)
Find current EERE financial assistance solicitations and solicitation-related requests. |
Xantrex Technologies 802-1500 XPower Powerpack 1,500-Watt Portable Backup Power System that produces household electricity for products rated at 1500 watts or less. A clean and quiet alternative to a generator, the XPower Powerpack integrates a 60 Amp/hour AGM battery with a 1500-watt inverter and produces a 3000-watt surge. This system is built to run a range of appliances such as a standard size refrigerator and microwave oven, and office equipment such as a computer, monitor, and fax machine.
The XPower Powerpack 1500 consists of a battery pack that stores electrical energy, state-of-the-art electronics that convert 12 volts from the battery pack to household power, an AC power panel that contains two standard outlets, and a DC power panel that is used to run 12 volt products. These components are packaged into a rugged "cart" with a removable waist handle that allows XPower Powerpack 1500 to be wheeled from room-to-room or outdoors over rough terrain.
An excellent alternative to a generator, the XPower Powerpack produces no noise or fumes and has no moving parts. With the accessories provided, you can easily recharge the XPower Powerpack using standard utility power from your wall outlet, your vehicle, or from a solar panel.
The XPower Powerpack can be used to produce power for numerous applications. For power emergencies it can run essential appliances like refrigerators, cordless/mobile phones, radios, fireplace fans, table lamps, or microwaves. For work sites, you can power your drills, belt sanders, circular saws, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, vacuums, computers, large monitors, fax machines, and inkjet printers. For plain old fun, you can use the power source to run blenders, video games, TV and VCRs, satellite equipment, coffee makers, portable coolers and more.
The XPower Powerpack features a built-in 1500 watt inverter and sealed, non-spillable 60 Amp-hour AGM battery. Dual AC outlets allow operation of multiple products, and a built-in battery level indicator confirms the charge level. A high surge protection and automatic over-temperature and overload shutdown keeps the Powerpack running safely and efficiently, while a low voltage alarm and shutdown prevents deep battery discharge. You can recharge the Powerpack from home (up to 15 hours), or your vehicle (6 to 8 hours). A padded grip towing handle removes easily for storage in tight places, and built-in handles on sides allow for easy lifting. |
Frigidaire FAA055P7A Compact Small-Room Air Conditioner with Remote Control
Although your first thought for cooling may be air conditioning, there are many alternatives that provide cooling with less energy use. A combination of proper insulation, energy-efficient windows and doors, daylighting, shading, and ventilation will usually keep homes cool with a low amount of energy use in all but the hottest climates.
Air conditioners range from a small room air conditioner to a large central air conditioning unit. Most air conditioners operate at less than their maximum efficiency, presenting energy-saving opportunities. New air conditioning units are far more efficient than earlier models.
For example:
Designed for rooms up to 165 square feet, this energy-efficient compact air conditioner helps keep indoor air cool in the summer. Easy to operate, the unit provides a variable speed fan, eight-way air-direction control, and electronic controls with a full-function remote control for convenient programming. Choose from Cool, Energy Saver, and Fan modes. The air conditioner will automatically maintain the selected temperature ranging from 60 and 90 degrees F. In Energy Saver mode, the compressor shuts off as needed and the fan continues to run intermittently; when the room heats up past the set temperature, the compressor turns back on and begins cooling again. Choose the "fan only" option for air circulation without cooling. The air conditioner also offers auto-cool and sleep settings, a 24-hour on/off timer, and ionizer/electrostatic air filtration for cleaner air that allergy suffers will be sure to appreciate.
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Do you know that your computer can consume as much as 10 percent of a home's energy bill? A typical PC consumes 535kWh of electricity a year. And two-thirds of that energy is wasted when the computer isn't in active use. Edison free software puts you in control of your PC energy usage. You can set your schedule and select how much energy you would like to save - Edison will calculate your estimated savings based on the setting you choose.
Download Edison Free Software
Helpful energy saving book
The Home Energy Diet: How to Save Money by Making Your House Energy-Smart (Mother Earth News Wiser Living Series) |
Solar-powered pond pumps turn everyday products into water features. Requires no electricity for completely sun-powered operation. Great as a statuary pump or for powering other small water features.
Solar Pump Kit - 26 in head height
Fountain heads included
Powered by nature
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Air Vent #53560 800CFM Solar Gable Fan
800 CFM, Solar Powered Gable Fan, Ventilates Attics Up To 1200 SQFT, Runs Based On Solar Power, Pulls Air From The Soffit To The Fan & Pushes Air Through A Vent That Sits In Front Of The Fan, 15" Diameter, Panel Comes With 10' Cord. |
Do you know that Heating and cooling account for 53 Percent of household energy costs? Keep your hard-earned dollars from going out the window, baseboard or outlet plate by finding costly drafts and leaks with the new TLD100 thermal leak detector from the Black and Decker energy saver series.Hidden gaps and cracks in a home can add up to as much lost energy as an open window. Finding leaks and drafts, however, can be costly and requires a professional to conduct expensive tests and audits. The new thermal leak detector helps homeowners track down these power-draining drafts themselves, saving money.
Black & Decker TLD100 Energy Series Thermal Leak Detector
The unique hand-held TLD100 thermal leak detector uses infrared sensors that measure the surface temperature along flooring, molding, window frames, walls, etc. The TLD100 also helps you uncover hidden leaks that you might never expect, such as around recessed lighting (where installers often forget to replace insulation) or electric outlets and light switches (that can easily transmit small drafts). Simply set a reference temperature by pointing the device on an inside wall and hitting the set button and then point the thermal leak detector to scan areas in the house. When it hits a cold or hot spot, the LED spotlight changes from green to red or blue, identifying a hot or cold (respectively) leak. . With rising energy prices, many people are looking for ways to manage home energy consumption and lower monthly bills. The energy saver series helps consumers know more, use less and save money, by making it easier than ever to track and control energy expenditures in a home. Rather than requiring major lifestyle changes, the energy saver products provide consumers with the right tools to cut down on power consumption with little effort, making spending less on energy an achievable, measureable reality.
Black & Decker TLD100 Energy Series Thermal Leak Detector
- Uses infrared sensors to measure surface temperatures
- Helps homeowners track down power-draining drafts
- Sold with a 5 step guide to fixing basic energy leaks comes with the thermal leak detector, offering guidance on everything from caulking to weatherproofing windows and doors
- Plugging leaks can save up to 20-Percent on heating and cooling costs!
- 2 Year warranty
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The Lux TX9000TS is an easy-to-use touch screen thermostat that gives homeowners complete and accurate temperature control at the touch of a finger. The TX9000TS incorporates a user-friendly interface that is simple to understand and a large digital display that is easy to read. It is also Energy Star approved for reducing energy use, is 7-day programmable and compatible with a variety of heating and cooling systems.
Lux Products TX9000TS Touch Screen 7 Day Programmable Thermostat
7 Day Programmable Touch Screen Thermostat, Vacation Hold, Smart Recovery, Default Energy Star Approved Program, Lighted Display, 2 Or 5 Minute Delay, Temporary Temperature Override, 12/24 Hour Clock, Filter Monitor & Energy Usage Monitor, Most 24V Heating & A/C Systems, 1 Stage Heat, 1 Stage Cool, Gas, Oil, Electric, Or Single Stage Heat Pump Systems, 2 Wire Heat Only Hydronic Systems, Hot Water Baseboard & Radiator, Millivolt Subsets, Wall Heaters, Furnaces & Gas Fireplaces. |
Do you know that you can save up to 30% on your electrical bill just optimizing electricity usage? For example, The TED the Energy Detective Home Energy Meter allows you to monitor your home's energy use in real time. With TED in your home, you will immediately know: *How much electricity is being consumed that very minute * How much money is spent each day on electricity * How much has been spent so far this billing cycle * What your electricity bill will cost * Your daily and monthly peak demand
TED The Energy Detective Electricity Monitor TED1001 with Footprints Software
- Works with all meters whether digital, mechanical, or AMR.
- Displays updates every 1 second.
- Automatically resets each month.
- Keeps history up to 13 months.
- 4 time-of-use rates.
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Kiplinger.com has ten tips for getting advantage of green business grant programs:
1. Call your utility company and ask about the grants and rebates they offer.
2. Scour the web for grants, rebates and other incentive programs related to your project goals.
3. Sign up for listservs and email alerts for sites from which you want updates on new programs and deadlines.
4. Make sure your idea or project closely matches what the grant is trying to accomplish.
5. Have a management team in place to run the project.
6. Learn how to write a compelling and relevant grant proposal.
7. Read the entire grant application before you start and do exactly what it says.
8. Adjust your budget to take advantage of grant opportunities.
9. Be prepared to show your results.
10. Don't give up.
Ten Tips for Finding Grants to Make Your Business Greener
There two more tips from geknol.com:
11. Visit frequently http://www.grants.gov. Especially "New Opportunities This Week" section!
12. Apply before June 25, 2009, 8:00:00 PM |
There some requirements:
- At least half of the energy generated by the “qualifying property” must come from the sun. Homeowners may only claim spending on the solar water heating system property, not the entire water heating system of the household.
- The credit is not available for expenses for swimming pools or hot tubs.
- The water must be used in the dwelling.
- The system must be certified by the Solar Rating and Certification Corporation (SRCC).
More information about Solar Energy Systems Tax Credits
You can also claim 30% for using solar panels to generate home electricity. Photovoltaic systems must provide electricity for the residence, and must meet applicable fire and electrical code requirement.
20 Watt Black Frame Mono-crystalline Solar Panel and Battery Charger |
Residential Small Wind Turbines are gaining more and more popularity. For example, Sunforce Air X Wind Generator - 24 Volt, Model# 44445 price is only $569.99. It delivers up to 400 Watts or 27 Amps in ideal conditions. Carbon fiber composite blades ensure low wind noise. Use the wind to generate power and run your appliances and electronics. Great for cabins, 24V battery charging, remote power, backup power and hobbyists.
$2,199.99 Sunforce 44447 900W Whisper Wind Turbine is a hot deal!
The Sunforce 44447 Whisper 100 900 Watt Wind Generator uses wind to generate power and run your appliances and electronics. Constructed from lightweight, weatherproof cast aluminum, this generator is also a great choice for powering pumps or charging batteries for large power demands. With a maximum power up to 900 watts or 60 amps, this device features a fully integrated regulator that automatically shuts down when the batteries are completely charged. The 44447 is virtually maintenance free with only three moving parts, and the carbon fiber composite blades ensure low wind noise while the double-sealed ball bearings guarantees a smooth, clean charge.
You invest upfront but save a lot in the long run. Uncle Sam is ready to help you to cut the upfront cost 30%. Get tax credit information here. |
Do you know that heating and cooling account for about 56% of the energy use in a typical U.S. home, making it the largest energy expense for most homes?
When looking for ways to save energy in your home, be sure to think about not only improving your existing heating and cooling system, but also consider the energy efficiency of the supporting equipment and the possibility of either adding supplementary sources of heating or cooling or simply replacing your system altogether.
There are also versatile, lightweight, and economical, this evaporative air coolers that easily rolls from room to room for use anywhere in the home like SPT SF-608R Portable Evaporative Air Cooler
SPT SF-608R Portable Evaporative Air Cooler
- Evaporative air cooler, humidifier, and fan for cooling and humidifying
- Uses water to cool the air; oscillating louvers for even distribution
- 10-liter water tank; 3 air speeds; sleep mode; 1/2- to 7-1/2-hour timer
- Air flow of 23 feet per second; nylon and photocatalystic filter; remote control
A combination of proper insulation, energy-efficient windows and doors, daylighting, shading, and ventilation will usually keep homes cool with a low amount of energy use in all but the hottest climates. Although ventilation should be avoided in hot, humid climates, the other approaches can significantly reduce the need to use air conditioning. More information at energysavers.gov
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Over $2.7 billion in formula grants are now available to U.S. states, territories, local governments, and Indian tribes under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program, funded for the first time under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. This Program, authorized in Title V, Subtitle E of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA) and signed into Public Law (PL 110-140) on December 19, 2007, provides funds to units of local and state government, Indian tribes, and territories to develop and implement projects to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy use and fossil fuel emissions in their communities. The Program is administered by the Office of Weatherization and Intergovernmental Programs (WIP) in the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
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When you shop for energy-efficient appliances and home electronics, look for the EnergyGuide and ENERGY STAR® labels.
The Federal Trade Commission requires EnergyGuide labels on most home appliances (except for stove ranges and ovens), but not home electronics, such as computers, televisions, and home audio equipment. EnergyGuide labels provide an estimate of the product's energy consumption or energy efficiency. Did You Know?
The typical household spends more than $2,200 a year on energy bills. With ENERGY STAR, you can save over one-third or about $700 per year.
ENERGY STAR Qualified Products
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