Green Solar & Alternative Questions

What do you think about geothermal heating and cooling systems?

— Richard Paltrineri Saugus, MA

Rick Goyette

Answered by Rick Goyette

Pawtucket, RI

Emerald Dream Builders

August 9, 2010

Is it possible to have a solar PV system with batteries power my home with the grid as backup power?

— Curtis Miami, FL

Answered by Florian Speier on August 30, 2010

Are solar panels a viable replacement for propane heating?

— par Mountain View, CA

Answered by Lee Hall on August 29, 2010

We are remodeling our home. We want to add solar panels and efficient windows and not spend a lot of money. What's the best way to do this?

— Melissa McCumber Gary, TX

Answered by Anthony Addesso on August 23, 2010

What do you think about geothermal heating and cooling systems?

— Richard Paltrineri Saugus, MA

Answered by Rick Goyette on August 9, 2010

When we purchase a home I would like to upgrade to solar. What does it take and how much does it cost?

— Sonya Watkins Jasper, IN

Answered by Evan Little on July 26, 2010

Do you recommend solar shingles? Is the technology advanced enough for durability and problem-free installation?

— Leigh Poquoson, VA

Answered by Randy Potter on June 10, 2010

I have an old solar panel from 1984 on my roof. It is no longer connected. Could it still be good?

— Cecilia Hartley Mesa, AZ

Answered by David Edwards PhD on June 1, 2010

We use baseboard heat and hot water that comes off an oil furnace: can we supplement with solar water heating?

— Jen H Castine, ME

Answered by David Edwards PhD on June 1, 2010

Would it be a good idea to add solar power to a 1700 sq. ft. home in Arkansas?

— Debby Boling White Hall, AR

Answered by Earthship Biotecture on May 24, 2010

Do I need a professional to install a PV solar system or can I do it myself?

— James Perry Indio, CA

Answered by Hamid Kashani - AIA on May 22, 2010

How sustainable is a current solar PV panel? What does its lifecycle consist of?

— DJ College Park, MD

Answered by David Lavender on May 4, 2010

Will I be able to combine the de-superheater on my geothermal heat pump with my solar water-heating system?

— Jesse Meyer

Answered by Darren Brinkley on March 14, 2010

How many watts are required for a self-sustaining house that relies on sunlight for heating?

— Sam Duluth, GA

Answered by Christian Kienapfel | AIA Architect | RA | LEED AP | Dipl.-Ing. Architekt (Germany) on March 12, 2010

Can you recommend cost-effective auxiliary HVAC solutions for a passive solar home?

— Michael Schonlau

Answered by Kristina Hahn | AIA | RA | LEED AP+HOMES on March 8, 2010

What are the pros and cons of electric cove radiant heating for our home in terms of efficiency, safety, and reliability?

— Shelly Manhattan Beach, CA

Answered by Kristina Hahn | AIA | RA | LEED AP+HOMES on March 8, 2010

 

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