Hi there Had a small Eton wind-up /solar emergency radio/ usb-charger and after a month of being in almost full sun, the battery still did not charge up. Not sure if this unit was just defective, or if they simply don't work well. Just wondering, what brands you have tried and would...

me and my family are looking to build our BOL/homestead in missouri and have already priced out several spots all with and above ground water resource as well as the ability to dig wells.... what we are looking into is the ability to run on solar or other means of alternate power.... anyone in...

The new chicken house is getting close to being finished. The next phase is a lean-to and solar power. The solar panel will go in top of the lean-to. I want something that can provide lights, and maybe run a skilsaw or drill. What size solar cell, how many batteries, what size inverter should...

Wanted to call attention to a new-to-me publication that could be a big boon to folks looking for alternate energy information. Home Power Magazine ( http://homepower.com/home/ ) is available in both print and online form and provides comprehensive, technical coverage of solar, wind, and...

I found this on ebay, or "fleabay", as some other guys have called it. Can any of you electricians or generator guru's tell me if this is a good deal or not...

Hello Everybody, I am very happy to have found this site. I am a firm believer that skills are what it will take to get us through the next few years of @)(*. I don't like the PTB (powers that be), nor the direction that the Bilderbergers' are taking us. :whip: So I guess it's back to the...

This system was put together for $1,700. when you don't consider a generator. If you already have a generator, this is a great way to go for a small "backup" system for emergencies. Lowdown3