Dust-Free, Dirt-Free, Come Summer, Winter and Beyond PV solar panels are hailed for being relatively low-maintenance for home-owners. But with drastic weather shifts, rain, wind, bird droppings, and dust everywhere all the time, you could experience more than a dirty solar panel. Your panel’s ability to generate power could literally be compromised. Thankfully, you don’t need to fork out thousands on professional PV solar panel cleaners. Here are three simple steps to clean your PV solar panels yourself, today.. #1: Gentle Brushing Start by loosening visible debris on the surface using a soft brush. #2: Spray Away Whip out the garden hose to blast...

By :Juan Ramos Sep 23,2021 0 comments

The Magic of Solar Paint  Yes, you read that right. Otherwise known as photovoltaic paint, solar paint is being hailed worldwide as the future of solar. And what is it, you ask? It’s exactly what its name suggests – apply it to any surface, and solar paint will capture the sun’s energy and convert it into actual electricity you can use in your home or office space.  How Does It Work? The paint itself is engineered with billions of light-sensitive materials which are suspended in the liquid. While the concept is still relatively new, solar paint is set to empower...

By :Juan Ramos Jul 30,2021 0 comments

Let it Go Already Ditch the Cables and Leverage Solar Power Wirelessly  Solar panels are nothing new, but their ability to charge your devices wirelessly is – and here’s how you can make your own solar-powered wireless charger, at home, today. Step 1: Gather Your Supplies You will need basic wires, 2 AA rechargeable batteries, a wireless charging kit, a 6 volt solar panel, micro USB charging cable, a 1n904 diode, an AA battery holder with both positive and negative wires, and a 5V USB charging circuit. Step #2: Circuit & Soldering Solder the 1n904 diode to the wire (repeat...

By :Juan Ramos Jul 09,2021 0 comments

3 DIY Solar Projects for the Home-DIYer No plans this weekend? If you love DIY as much as we do – and you’re keen on saving a few bucks by exploring the potential of solar – put these three DIY solar projects to the test this weekend. #1: Mini Solar Panels Shopping list: 10 solar cells, USB micro-jack + cable, plastic cover, wire for solar cells, backup battery charger, 2 component glues for plastics, and transparent nail polish. In just one hour, you can create your own neat little solar panel to charge phones, the kids’ toys, or any other...

By :Juan Ramos Jul 02,2021 0 comments

With 6 Fun Facts To Make Your Day! Living and working at sea is certainly not for sissies. In honor of the brave men and women who risk the unknown, we thought it would interesting to learn more about this dangerous profession. 1. Ships Make The World Go Round – Did you know that 90% of all goods are transported by ship? That’s right, without their services we would all have severely limited options. 2. They Can Go The Distance – In a single year, container ships travel on average a distance that is the same as 75% of the way to the...

By :Juan Ramos Jun 07,2021 0 comments

So, you fancy yourself a landscaping enthusiast and would love to get started...but you have no idea how. Keep reading, because we have four useful tips to get you transforming gardens into Eden in no time! The Garden Is Just Another Room – It’s useful to think of the garden as you would a room in your house. A lot of the same principles apply, such as designing a space that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing, designing within the limitations of the space, etc. Location, Location, Location! It’s important to understand where the most sun will be, where the...

By :Michelle Sisco May 31,2021 1 comments