Linda asks…
Where can I find an online source for building a cabin and powering it with alternative energy?
Looking to build a cabin in the middle of nowhere in the ozarks. Wish to do this with my family and friends and ultimately power it with alternative energy.
The Expert answers:
Try this site for most of the alternate power sources you can use.
Http://www.backwoodshome.com/energy.html
This is just a fun site, I threw in for decor and more 🙂
http://www.offgridappliances.com/misc/cabin-rv-resources-2.htm
Joseph asks…
Which Engineering degree should I major in for alternative energy?
I have always been interested in alternative energy, so I am wondering which discipline of engineering I should major in. I am thinking nuclear engineering, but that is only one type. Which type deals with solar, wind, hydroelectric, etc. power?
The Expert answers:
Besides nuclear engineering, any energy form will benefit from a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering. The specialization of aeronautical engineering might be specifically applicable to wind power where materials engineering might be helpful to find that new solar cell technology or that nifty new way to store hydrogen in bulk form without ridiculously high pressures or cryogenic temperatures. However, don’t be fooled, solar and wind power will never be anything other than niche technologies. They simply cannot be relied upon for full time power when they only work on average 25% of the time. Anytime you make your career such a tiny niche like that, you risk becoming obsolete and unemployed.
Lizzie asks…
Idea for my school project on alternative energy?
I need to come up with a plan using alternative energy to reduce the emission of CO2, NO and SO2. Anyone have any ideas? Solar, geothermal, biomass, and wind are some ideas…. Thanks!
The Expert answers:
I would lean toward solar energy, because there are so many uses for it.
It’s clean and cheap (or free) and in some places, if you produce more solar power than you need, you can sell the excess back to the power company!
Passive solar heating
Solar panels (photovoltaic) – “Active” solar heating
Solar Hot Water Heaters
Solar cookers
Solar lighting
The solar idea is already gaining popularity in 3rd world countries where people cannot access electricity the “standard” way.
Hope this helps!
Charles asks…
what alternative energy sources can i use to power my house?
2) do you think the general american public cares about finding alternative energy sources?
The Expert answers:
Solar power
Mandy asks…
What is a simple alternative energy source idea that has not yet been invented?
I have to come up with some sort of alternative energy source that has not yet been invented. It can be ridiculous and unrealistic. My classmate did a water powered hair straightener.. she said there is a dam running inside of it. We basically just have to come up with the idea and explain how it would work. Ideas please?
The Expert answers:
Zombie power
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