How are you using solar at your property? See how many of these you can check off.
- Solar light. Signs, floodlights, etc.
- Solar light for pathway lighting.
- Solar panel to collect electricity for hot water, composting toilet system, lights, etc.
- Light tube. Reflects more light than a skylight. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Light_tube
- Solar powered vehicle. Golf cart or transport vehicle.
- Skylight. Buildings, sheds, etc.
- Solar pump for stock watering
- Natural lighting with windows.
- Other?
Do you have a way you are using solar or natural lighting? Or maybe you learned where solar doesn’t work so well on your site? Write a comment and let folks know.
I think it is important to remember solar thermal for hot water and facility heating. Solar thermal is a very smart investment if you use lots of hot water either in a kitchen or showers. Facilities spend a tremendous amount of money purchasing fuel to power boilers and hot water heaters, solar thermal can reduce fuel costs.