
In the basement of Sklar's house, there are 24 batteries (SunGel AGM glass matrix with a 10 yr warranty). Sklar explained that these batteries could keep his energy efficient house running for a month. The "glass matrix" inside the battery keeps the gel from leaking and the different liquid components from separating.
He's been using these batteries for over a decade on his international solar projects. Per unit, they go for around $700 and weigh 162 pounds. Not for the faint of heart. See more about the batteries here: bit.ly/1FqsOcD.
He's been using these batteries for over a decade on his international solar projects. Per unit, they go for around $700 and weigh 162 pounds. Not for the faint of heart. See more about the batteries here: bit.ly/1FqsOcD.
Portable Battery
This is a new addition to Sklar's office--it's the Gridless CORE battery. To give you an idea of what this thing is capable of...with one charge, you could get 50-200 hours of laptop use (obviously it depends on your laptop). It's 50 pounds and is built for some very rugged situations. For more information, go here: bit.ly/1Fqtoqz.
In addition to batteries, there seem to be several dynamics driving solar sales sky high:
This is a new addition to Sklar's office--it's the Gridless CORE battery. To give you an idea of what this thing is capable of...with one charge, you could get 50-200 hours of laptop use (obviously it depends on your laptop). It's 50 pounds and is built for some very rugged situations. For more information, go here: bit.ly/1Fqtoqz.
In addition to batteries, there seem to be several dynamics driving solar sales sky high:
- Economies of scale (Chinese manufacturing),
- Government incentives (Solar Renewable Energy Certificates),
- Energy efficient equipment (LEDs and Energy Star appliances), and
- New payment methods (Power Purchase Agreements).
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