Thursday 11 September 2014

Solar energy...

A few weeks ago Candace and I helped a local Amish electrician install solar panels. Amish people usually remain off the power grid but are allowed to make their own electricity - using generators or solar panels - for their businesses. It was interesting to learn a little bit about solar energy and how much electricity these panels are able to supply. They usually charge a rechargeable battery with the solar energy coming from the panels.

 Putting the supports in place for the panels.
 Candace drilling the solar panels in place.
 The breaker box for the panels.
 I did all the wiring myself - after being shown what I had to do, of course.
The solar panels in position.

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