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    What is the cheapest way to buy solar panels and windmills that produce plenty amount of energy?
    Nicholas Newman
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    You first need to know your energy needs/kilowatt hours. The Department of Energy and other sources can give you typical household energy needs based on family and home size. Once you know that, you can search for individual brands for solar panels or windmills and they will tell what their energy outputs are.
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    How do solar panels works?
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    Solar panels work by gathering solar rays from the sun. These rays are then converted into electricity by silicons and photons.
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    How can I save energy living in an apartment?
    Community Answer
    You can save it by switching off the electronic items you are not using them.
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    How does a wind turbine produce electricity ?
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    The wind turns a motor, which is basically a generator. The electricity is DC and is stored in batteries, then converted to AC and transported to homes.
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    How can I get a wind turbine?
    Galasy4969
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    Call a consulting company. Not every area is optimal for wind turbines. Turbines can be rather expensive for the energy they produce.
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    Is it a good idea to make my own electricity as a kid?
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    As long as you take safety seriously, it is a good way to learn about electricity. That way, you wil become familiar with how it works. Start experimenting with low-voltage stuff: a battery, some LEDs, etc. Lots of fun and safe that way.
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    Can I hook solar panels directly to a service panel?
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    It depends on what you're really asking. Because solar panels don't deliver a steady output and their voltage needs to be adjusted to use on the main net (either 110V or 220V), they need an inverter that regulates and converts the power. After that, it can be injected. Ask certified technicians to install solar panels and they will hook you up. Doing this yourself is a no-go. Most countries require a certificate of installation by a professional (for insurance). If you want to use solar panels directly in an off-grid system, this is possible. Solar panels => converter/regulator => inverter to 220V.
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