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An Explanation of the Solar Heat Gain Coefficient

By: Christopher Lollini In simple terms the Solar Heat Gain Coefficient is the percentage of heat that strikes the exterior of a window that is passed to the interior of the home and is a general gauge of the window’s energy efficiency. The heat gain coefficient is an important measure of a windows ability to [...]

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Designing a House Powered by Solar Energy

Solar Energy can actually be used to power your home. In fact, using solar energy is an inexpensive way to power your…

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College of Illinois Researchers Indicate Us Little Known Ways to Create More Economical Photovoltaic panels

 //  While silicon is the industry standard semiconductor in almost all electronic devices, which includes the solar cells that pv panels use to convert sunlight into electricity, it is hardly the most effective material readily available. For instance, the semiconductor gallium arsenide and associated ingredient semiconductors offer practically double the performance as silicon in solar [...]

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