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Hybrid Energy:
A hybrid green energy system is a combination of wind and solar. The mix of wind and solar solutions will depend on your budget, household energy requirements, your property, and the access you have to natural sunlight and wind.
A typical hybrid system consists of a windmill and solar panel (s).
Once we do a site visit to evaluate your property and understand your green energy objectives, Appleseed Energy will develop a customized plan for you that will allow you to accomplish your goals.
Example:
Hybrid Solar and wind can be used for everything from maintaining a battery, to charging marine battery systems while the motor is not running, to weekend or holiday lights and entertainment at the cabin, to a full-fledged modern home. My wife and I currently live with 3 separate systems. The first being a small panel to keep a battery charged for a small tv/radio in an
art studio. The second is a system to power a television, charge tools, and run computers in a guest cabin. The third is a complete home sized system for full-time use. They all work wonderfully well and require little maintenance. They give you an additional reason to appreciate the sun.
Benefits:
Of course there are the benefits to the environment. Solar is a true "green" energy source and is completely renewable. There are other benefits that might not be so apparent. A solar system can pay for itself many times through its lifespan. It can also be very economical compared to running power lines after a certain distance from the source, (usually around 1
kilometre). And of course there are no extension cords long enough for marine applications. One of the most important benefits is the effect it has on the power system owner. A feeling of pride usually accompanies an installation, and an empowered sense of self-reliance. When somebody asks what you did during the last power outage you can say "what power outage".
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 Appleseed
Energy is an Authorized Skystream Dealer
The Skystream 3.7® is a fully integrated, utility-connected wind
generator designed specifically
for homes and small businesses. In simple
terms, it shows you’ve taken charge of your
home’s energy needs. It’s
a symbol of independence.
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Solar Energy
