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10 Practical Uses of Solar Power for Residential Homes - FreyrEnergy:

In recent years, solar power has emerged as a versatile and sustainable energy solution for residential homes. From reducing electricity bills to minimizing carbon footprint, the uses of solar power in homes are diverse and practical. Let's delve into 10 practical applications of solar power for residential homes:

Top Uses of Solar Power in Homes:

Let us check the uses of rooftop solar panel in residential, serving as an alternative, renewable, and green energy source.

Alternative Electricity Source:

Solar panels installed on residential rooftops serve as an alternative source of electricity. By harnessing sunlight and converting it into electricity, homeowners can power their appliances and lighting, reducing reliance on traditional grid electricity.

Solar Water Heating:

Solar water heater systems utilize solar energy to heat water for domestic use. These systems are cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional water heaters, providing hot water for bathing, washing, and other household needs.

Solar Cooking:

Solar cookers harness sunlight to cook food without the need for traditional fuel sources such as gas or electricity. They are ideal for outdoor cooking and can be used to prepare a variety of dishes, ranging from simple recipes to elaborate meals.

Solar Ventilation:

Solar-powered ventilation fans help regulates indoor temperature by expelling hot air from attics and other enclosed spaces. By reducing the need for air conditioning, these fans contribute to energy savings and enhance indoor comfort.

Portable Solar Chargers:

Portable solar chargers allow homeowners to harness solar energy system to charge their electronic devices, such as smart phones, tablets, and laptops. These chargers are convenient for outdoor activities and emergencies, providing a reliable power source wherever you go.

Solar Lighting:

Solar-powered lights and lamps illuminate residential spaces without the need for grid electricity. They are ideal for outdoor lighting, landscaping, and decorative purposes, enhancing the aesthetics of homes while reducing energy costs.

Solar Security Systems:

Solar-powered security cameras and lights offer enhanced security for residential properties. These systems utilize solar energy to operate, providing continuous surveillance and deterrence against intruders without relying on grid electricity.

Solar Water Filtration:

Solar-powered water filtration systems purify water using solar energy, making it safe and drinkable for household use. These systems are especially useful in remote areas where access to clean water is limited.

Solar Air Conditioning:

Solar-powered air conditioning systems use solar energy to cool indoor spaces, reducing electricity consumption and environmental impact. These solar power systems are energy-efficient and cost-effective alternatives to traditional air conditioners.

Solar Home Energy Storage:

Solar energy storage systems store excess solar power generated during the day for use during periods of low sunlight or high energy demand. These residential solar panel systems help homeowners maximize their solar energy savings and achieve greater energy independence.

Conclusion:

The uses of solar power for residential homes are numerous and practical, offering homeowners an opportunity to reduce their energy costs, carbon footprint, and reliance on traditional energy sources. With advancements in solar technology and increased awareness of environmental sustainability, solar power is poised to play a crucial role in shaping the future of residential energy consumption.

Freyr Energy, a leader in solar panel system solutions, is dedicated to making solar power accessible and affordable for homeowners across India. With their expertise and support, homeowners can seamlessly integrate solar power into their homes, reducing electricity costs and promoting environmental conservation. Embrace the power of solar panels for home and take the first step towards a greener and more sustainable future.

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Scientists have developed a new solar-powered system to convert saltwater into fresh drinking water which they say could help reduce dangerous the risk of waterborne diseases like cholera.

Via tests in rural communities, they showed that the process is more than 20% cheaper than traditional methods and can be deployed in rural locations around the globe.

Building on existing processes that convert saline groundwater to freshwater, the researchers from King’s College London, in collaboration with MIT and the Helmholtz Institute for Renewable Energy Systems, created a new system that produced consistent levels of water using solar power, and reported it in a paper published recently in Nature Water.

It works through a process called electrodialysis which separates the salt using a set of specialized membranes that channel salt ions into a stream of brine, leaving the water fresh and drinkable. By flexibly adjusting the voltage and the rate at which salt water flowed through the system, the researchers developed a system that adjusts to variable sunshine while not compromising on the amount of fresh drinking water produced.

Using data first gathered in the village of Chelleru near Hyderabad in India, and then recreating these conditions of the village in New Mexico, the team successfully converted up to 10 cubic meters, or several bathtubs worth of fresh drinking water. This was enough for 3,000 people a day with the process continuing to run regardless of variable solar power caused by cloud coverage and rain.

[Note: Not sure what metric they're using to calculate daily water needs here. Presumably this is drinking water only.]

Dr. Wei He from the Department of Engineering at King’s College London believes the new technology could bring massive benefits to rural communities, not only increasing the supply of drinking water but also bringing health benefits.

“By offering a cheap, eco-friendly alternative that can be operated off the grid, our technology enables communities to tap into alternative water sources (such as deep aquifers or saline water) to address water scarcity and contamination in traditional water supplies,” said He.

“This technology can expand water sources available to communities beyond traditional ones and by providing water from uncontaminated saline sources, may help combat water scarcity or unexpected emergencies when conventional water supplies are disrupted, for example like the recent cholera outbreaks in Zambia.”

In the global rural population, 1.6 billion people face water scarcity, many of whom are reliant on stressed reserves of groundwater lying beneath the Earth’s surface.

However, worldwide 56% of groundwater is saline and unsuitable for consumption. This issue is particularly prevalent in India, where 60% of the land harbors undrinkable saline water. Consequently, there is a pressing need for efficient desalination methods to create fresh drinking water cheaply, and at scale.

Traditional desalination technology has relied either on costly batteries in off-grid systems or a grid system to supply the energy necessary to remove salt from the water. In developing countries’ rural areas, however, grid infrastructure can be unreliable and is largely reliant on fossil fuels...

“By removing the need for a grid system entirely and cutting reliance on battery tech by 92%, our system can provide reliable access to safe drinking water, entirely emission-free, onsite, and at a discount of roughly 22% to the people who need it compared to traditional methods,” He said.

The system also has the potential to be used outside of developing areas, particularly in agriculture where climate change is leading to unstable reserves of fresh water for irrigation.

The team plans to scale up the availability of the technology across India through collaboration with local partners. Beyond this, a team from MIT also plans to create a start-up to commercialize and fund the technology.

“While the US and UK have more stable, diversified grids than most countries, they still rely on fossil fuels. By removing fossil fuels from the equation for energy-hungry sectors like agriculture, we can help accelerate the transition to Net Zero,” He said.

-via Good News Network, April 2, 2024

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Dandelion News - December 1-7

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1. These high-tech windows fight climate change – and will save you money

“[“Vacuum-insulated glass”] insulates five times better than double-paned glass. The Enthermal product line holds energy about as well as fiberglass wall insulation[…. T]he energy bill savings offset the upfront cost of the upgrade in two to seven years, depending on the building[….]”

2. Doulas test ways to curb Memphis’ Black maternal, infant deaths

“Research shows they are key to better health outcomes. […] Free of charge, [parents enrolled in this pilot program], in addition to being paired with a doula, get access to free yoga classes, diapers, breastfeeding starter kits, nutritious food and other tangible help that can measurably boost well-being.”

3. Scientists find feeding grazing cattle seaweed cuts methane emissions by almost 40%

“This is the first study to test seaweed on grazing beef cattle in the world. […] Most research to reduce methane emissions using feed additives has taken place in controlled environments with daily supplements. But Kebreab noted in the study that fewer than half of those methods are effective for grazing cattle.”

4. Success for local residents as Florida council toppled over sewage plant plan

“A citizens’ revolt in a small Florida city ousted an entire slate of councilors who were pushing for a new sewage plant to be built close to one of the state’s most pristine and treasured rivers.”

5. Beaver survey aims to show the urban benefits of Chicago's 'ecosystem engineers'

“Urban Rivers is installing [“artificial floating gardens”] along the river to restore native wetland habitats, which provide food and shelter for wildlife, as well as natural spaces for humans.”

6. The future of plastic: Biodegradable, durable, and even edible

“[… T]he composite plastic proved not only sturdy but also more malleable than its core component, hydroxyethyl cellulose. Additionally, since both cellulose and tyrosine are edible, the biodegradable composite plastic can technically be consumed.”

7. Limestone quarries could be vital for wild bee conservation

“Quarries provide valuable habitats for wild bees and other animals and plants that occur on the now rare calcareous grasslands," explains lead author Dr. Felix Kirsch[….]”

8. New England wedding vendors offer help to same-sex couples before Trump inauguration

“Marriage equality isn’t immediately at risk. Trump has said he considers it settled law, but of course it’s hard to take him at his word […] so vendors in the region are offering free or discounted services to queer couples and noncitizens in a rush to marry.”

9. The indigenous women saving India's endangered giant yams

“Since their formation in 2022, the 10 members of the Noorang group have planted and brought back to the community 180 varieties of wild tubers[….] The project is part of [… a] farming initiative to eradicate poverty, provide agricultural training and empower women in vulnerable tribal communities.”

10. The US is making and deploying more solar panels than ever before

“[… D]omestic solar module manufacturing capacity has nearly quintupled since 2022[….] Solar is the cheapest source of new power generation by far, and it’s an increasingly large employer in the U.S., particularly in Republican-led states.”

November 22-28 news here | (all credit for images and written material can be found at the source linked; I don’t claim credit for anything but curating.)

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Solar energy in India

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Gujarat Solar Park, India

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Correction:

At 3:24 minutes, the subtitle erroneously read as '...polling service station'. The corrected fact is that wind solar hybrid projects can be categorised into 'cooling service stations' where wind and solar power is connected and the power is stepped up from '33kv to 66kv (kilovolt)'.

We regret the inaccuracy and stand corrected.

Every week, Eco India brings you stories that inspire you to build a cleaner, greener and better tomorrow.

Wind-solar hybrid systems offer many advantages over their standalone counterparts. Gujarat in particular is investing in the technology. Could it help India cut fossil fuels? We check out the pros and cons of this emerging technology.

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Credits:

Supervising Producer: Nooshin Mowla

Field Producer: Aadya Baoni

Script: Jessica Goel

Video Editor: Sujit Lal

Director of Photography: Chinmay Deshpande

Producer: Ipsita Basu

Voiceover: Chandy Thomas

Executive Producer: Sannuta Raghu

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Solar Energy and the Union Budget 2023 - An Overview:

India is growing, and with development comes the requirement of making the country more dependent on solar energy. India is driving exponential growth in the sector, but we still need to reach the 2030 target.

The current scenario and Union Budget:

Solar Energy holds a considerable share of approximately 36% of India's installed renewable energy capacity. On the other hand, Hydropower plants and wind energy have 31 and 25 per cent of shares, respectively.

The government is trying to help the sector with different policies and reductions in the prices of raw materials, which have led to a tremendous increase in the overall capacity the previous year, but a lot more is needed to meet the required needs.

Here are some of the highlights of this year's budget that will impact the solar sector in India:

The Union Finance Minister of India allocated Rs 10,222 crore for the renewable energy sector. A vast amount of this allocation will be given to solar energy and solar panel set-ups.

On average, this is an increase of 48 percent from last year's allocation.

A focus is made on "green growth", which will include boosting the usage of green fuel, farming, and even green energy.

Solar energy will play a significant role in "green growth", reducing carbon emission intensity and dependency on fossil fuels for energy.

Green Energy is the main focus:

Green energy remains the government’s focus, and India is looking towards solar energy to meet its goals. Moreover, with more and more battery and pump storage, renewable energy sources will be boosted.

Green Energy is one of the 7 top priorities in the 2023 budget. Making India free from harmful carbon emissions and creating green jobs is a part of the budget. In addition, an amount of Rs. 35,000 Cr. Is earmarked as a capital investment for the energy transition, which can be a game changer. The final goal here is to boost the Net Zero journey, which focuses on zero dependence on non-renewable sources of energy.

With the help of Green energy, dependence on carbon and other forms of non-renewable sources of energy will become lesser and lesser. It will be very beneficial in saving the environment and fossil fuels; on the other hand, it will significantly relax the Indian economy.

Massive investment for a sustainable future:

The considerable investment made by the government in this year's budget is not only going to give a significant boost to the Indian economy, but on the other hand, it is also going to create numerous opportunities. It will help provide more dependence on domestic and indigenous products regarding energy production and, on the other hand, will create new job opportunities for people in the field. Union Budget 2023 aims to make India among the established leaders in the global green energy transition.

The government has highlighted not only the production of renewable energy, such as solar energy, but also has focused on processing and storing this energy. Therefore, with such remarkable findings, one can get easy and affordable solutions that enable renewable energy processing and make India more dependent on it.

The union budget also focuses on improving the infrastructure for the renewal of energy production and processing.

India is a growing country, and with its growing need, energy consumption has also increased drastically. Switching the dependence on energy from non-renewable to renewable, sustainable sources is necessary, and it is a need of time. The government has allocated a substantial sum towards green growth and has identified it as one of the seven crucial pillars of the budget. This allocation presents a favorable trajectory for the country's sustainability efforts and the power sector in India.

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Solar Water Heaters vs. Electric Water Heaters: A Comprehensive Cost Savings Analysis

When considering options for heating water in your home, solar water heaters and traditional electric water heaters present distinct advantages and disadvantages, particularly in terms of cost savings. This detailed comparison will explore various aspects of both systems, helping you make an informed decision.

Initial Investment

The initial investment for a solar water heater is generally higher than that of an electric water heater. Solar systems typically range from ₹18,000 to ₹60,000 or more, depending on factors such as capacity, type, and additional features. While this upfront cost may seem daunting, it’s essential to consider the long-term benefits and savings.

In contrast, electric water heaters usually have a lower initial price point, with basic models starting around ₹6,000. This affordability makes them an attractive option for many homeowners looking for immediate solutions without a significant financial commitment.

Overview of Jupiter Solar Water Heaters

Jupiter Solar is a prominent brand in the solar water heater market, particularly known for its efficient and sustainable solutions. Their products harness solar energy to provide hot water, making them an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional electric water heaters. Below is a detailed overview of the features, benefits, and types of solar water heaters offered by Jupiter Solar.

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Solar Water Heaters vs. Electric Water Heaters

Key Features of Jupiter Solar Water Heaters

Energy Efficiency: Jupiter Solar water heaters utilize advanced technology to maximize solar energy absorption, ensuring high efficiency and reduced energy costs.

Durable Construction: These heaters are designed with robust materials, including corrosion-resistant tanks and high-quality solar collectors, which enhance their longevity and performance.

Variety of Models: Jupiter Solar offers a range of models to cater to different household needs, including options suitable for hard water areas and varying capacities.

Energy Expenses

One of the most significant advantages of solar water heaters is their reliance on renewable solar energy. This means that once installed, the cost of heating water can be drastically reduced, as sunlight is free and abundant. Homeowners can expect to save anywhere from 50% to 80% on their monthly water heating bills. This substantial reduction in energy costs can lead to significant savings over time.

On the other hand, electric water heaters depend on grid electricity, which can fluctuate in price due to various factors, including demand and fuel costs. As electricity prices rise, the operating expenses associated with electric water heaters can become a considerable burden on household budgets.

Return on Investment

The payback period for solar water heaters is often favorable, typically ranging from three to five years. After this period, homeowners can enjoy nearly free hot water for the lifespan of the system, which can last for 15 years or more with proper maintenance. This long-term financial benefit makes solar water heaters an appealing investment for those looking to reduce their overall energy costs.

In contrast, electric water heaters do not provide the same level of long-term savings. While they may be cheaper to install initially, the ongoing energy costs can accumulate quickly, leading to higher overall expenses over time.

Environmental Considerations

Solar water heaters are an environmentally friendly choice, harnessing the power of the sun to heat water without emitting greenhouse gases. This renewable energy source contributes to a reduction in your carbon footprint, making it an excellent option for eco-conscious consumers.

Electric water heaters, however, often rely on electricity generated from fossil fuels, which can contribute to pollution and climate change. By choosing a solar water heater, homeowners can play a part in promoting sustainability and reducing reliance on non-renewable energy sources.

Maintenance Requirements

In terms of maintenance, solar water heaters generally have lower upkeep costs. With fewer moving parts and a simple design, these systems require minimal maintenance to operate efficiently. Regular checks and occasional cleaning of the solar panels are typically sufficient to ensure optimal performance.

Electric water heaters, however, may require more frequent maintenance and repairs, particularly as they age. This can lead to additional costs that can diminish the overall savings associated with using electric systems.

Conclusion

In summary, while solar water heaters necessitate a higher initial investment, they offer substantial long-term cost savings, environmental benefits, and lower maintenance requirements compared to traditional electric water heaters. The decision between these two options ultimately depends on your financial situation, energy needs, and commitment to sustainability. By carefully weighing these factors, you can select the water heating solution that best aligns with your values and goals.

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"India has reached a key milestone in renewable energy, with the country’s total renewable energy capacity exceeding 200 gigawatts as of Oct. 10, 2024, according to the Central Electricity Authority. The renewable energy-based electricity generation capacity now stands at 201.45 GW, accounting for 46.3% of the nation’s total installed capacity.

This milestone is the result of years of efforts to harness India’s natural resources. From solar parks to wind farms and hydroelectric projects, the country has built a diverse renewable energy base, reducing fossil fuel dependence and enhancing energy security.

India's total electricity generation capacity has reached 452.69 GW, with renewable energy contributing a significant portion of the overall power mix as the country continued to increase its dependence on cleaner, non-fossil fuel energy sources and push towards its sustainability goals.

When factoring in the 8,180 MW of nuclear capacity, the total non-fossil fuel-based power now accounts for almost half of the country's installed electricity generation capacity, signalling a strong move towards clean energy leadership on the global stage.

Renewable Energy

A variety of renewable energy resources contribute to this impressive figure. Solar power leads the way with 90.76 GW, playing a crucial role in India’s efforts to harness its abundant sunlight. Wind power follows closely with 47.36 GW, driven by the vast potential of the coastal and inland wind corridors across the country.

Hydroelectric power is another key contributor, with large hydro projects generating 46.92 GW and small hydropower adding 5.07 GW, offering a reliable and sustainable source of energy from India’s rivers and water systems.

Biopower, including biomass and biogas energy, adds another 11.32 GW to the renewable energy mix. These bioenergy projects are vital for utilising agricultural waste and other organic materials to generate power, further diversifying India’s clean energy sources. Together, these renewable resources are helping the country reduce its dependence on traditional fossil fuels while driving progress towards a more sustainable and resilient energy future.

Leading States In Renewable Energy Capacity

Several states in India have emerged as leaders in renewable energy capacity, making significant contributions to the nation's progress. These states are essential to advancing India’s renewable energy goals and fostering a sustainable energy future.

Rajasthan leads the pack with an impressive 29.98 GW of installed renewable energy capacity, capitalising on its extensive land and abundant sunlight.

Following closely is Gujarat, which boasts a capacity of 29.52 GW, driven by its strong focus on solar and wind energy projects. Tamil Nadu ranks third with 23.70 GW, leveraging its favourable wind patterns to generate substantial energy. While Karnataka rounds out the top four with a capacity of 22.37 GW, supported by a mix of solar and wind initiatives.

India's commitment to renewable energy is reflected in the annual electricity generation trends in recent years. The Government of India has introduced various measures and initiatives to promote and accelerate renewable energy capacity nationwide, aiming for an ambitious target of 500 GW of installed capacity from non-fossil sources by 2030."

-via NDTV, October 14, 2024

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