Sunday, January 31, 2010

Should Anyone Build Their Own Homemade Solar Panels?

Should Anyone Build Their Own Homemade Solar Panels?
Homemade solar panels can harness the abundant energy from
the sun and supply homes and offices with electricity. You
can make these solar energy panels at your own home using
simple tools and a little elbow grease.

Even if you have not handled any DIY projects before, you'll
have no problem following a simple guide to complete your
very first PV panel.

Some experts have thrown a number of "greenhorns" into the
deep end to see if they can build a solar energy panel by
following simple instructions. The result? All completed
their first photovoltaic panel in a weekend, although some
were a little slower.

It used to be the only people who converted to solar power
were staunch environmentalists. Times have changed. Using
solar energy has become mainstream and will continue to grow
in popularity and significance as the world desperately looks
for an alternative solution to fossil fuel.

After all, solar power is available everywhere and is found
in abundance. While it is possible to buy PV panels from
retailers, it can be very advantageous to build one
yourself. You can save almost 90% of the installation cost
and will also gain substantial knowledge in the midst of
your PV project. If you ever need more electricity for your
home in the future, you can always spend a little money and
some time to build your own source of electrical supply. You
can be self-sufficient and will not be at the mercy of your
local power company. And if you produce excess energy, many
electric companies will be happy to buy it from you.

With only a little investment and some elbow grease, you can
achieve the off-grid lifestyle. But this is not all. You are
really investing in the future of our environment and our
children's environment. The effect of burning less fossil
fuel results in lower carbon dioxide emission. You are also
protecting your family from the increase in fuel price.
Among many things that are certain, increase in fuel price
is ensured by inflation and the rapidly depleting fossil
fuel supply.

The government also encourages the use of sustainable energy
like solar power. You can receive incentives and tax breaks
when you use solar energy. So why don't you start building a
solar energy panel?

Homemade solar panels can be built with the help of an
instructional guide available from the Internet. Even if you
are a beginner, you can complete a project with ease,
achieving huge savings on your energy bills.

About the Author:

John Greenspan is an expert in do-it-yourself solar panels
and has build several solar power generators in his spare
time. Are you interested in building DIY Solar panels? Pick
up your FREE "How To Build Solar Panels" eBook at =>
http://www.diysolarpanelsworld.com