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SOLAR POWER HAS SILVER LINING
Recently, two US astronauts on the International Space Station took six hours to install a new solar panel on the outside of the station.The panel, which cost $300 million United States dollars, was installed to boost the energy capacity of the Space Station so that the number of resident astronauts could be increased from 3 to 6.It's a relief that solar power for more down-to-earth projects is way less expensive !
From space exploration in the outer reaches of the universe to domestic power and hot water, solar power is a growing industry. Whatever the size of the solar system, from a home system to a multi-million dollar project, the same consideration should be given to quality and installation.A poor quality product will clearly not perform well and could also be dangerous.
The prospect of cheap solar panels may seem enticing, but in reality, it is a poor choice.As with any investment, the wise way forward is to consult experts who have proven, established methodologies.
There has been a flood of lower-cost solar panels into the market, which have come mainly from the East. In Australia, there is concern about the quality of some cheap imported panels, particularly as many of the panels are self-certified giving them a false sense of authenticity.The European 'CE' mark is of no value in Australia as it is not an independent certification of quality or performance.
Faulty panels are unreliable, leaving consumers with no way of getting back to the supplier.As is the case with any electrical system and connections, there is the risk of fire.There is no risk of the solar panels themselves combusting spontaneously, but there could be a fire risk due to faulty wiring or damaged electrical components.
In order to minimise risk, it's always best to select a supplier based on reputation, certification and experience in solar power installations. A list of solar panel models that meet Australian standards is available from the Business Council on Sustainable Energy.
Before making an investment in a solar system, Perth solar power company, Solar My World, cautions people to consider all possibilities up front."There has been significant growth in the solar industry, which has meant a growth in the number of installers plus inferior products in the market.It is important to use only certified and experienced contractors to ensure the performance, durability and safety of your solar system.”
One of the world's largest renewable energy organisations, Conergy, recently appointed Solar My World as one of its official suppliers.Solar my World supplies and installs solar hot water and solar power systems from Conergy, which are manufactured in Germany at a factory which is the most advanced of its kind in theh world.Some of the advantages of Conergy's solar systems which are competitively priced and tested for superior performance and quality, are:
*Made in Germany
• Innovative cell design
*Low performance tolerance around three per cent
• Up to 25 year warranty
• 4mm thick low reflection solar glass (other panels are generally 3mm)
• IEC Salt mist test certified
• Specially developed frame
* Superior corrosion protection
*Superior quality finish
From space walkers to the man walking his dog, everyone and anyone who is concerned about the environment can take the power of solar energy into their own hands.
ULI ROTH/ELECTRIC SUN [ FIRE WIND ] LIVE 1982
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