HOME ALIVE!™   AN ECOLOGICAL DEMONSTRATION HOME
exterior
landscaping
living areas
kitchen
bathroom
upstairs
utilities
roofing/siding

Products

Wind and Solar Power

Wind Turbine

  • 70-foot tower, turbine is virtually silent
  • Minimum power generated is 900 Watts nominal at 28.8 mph and 500 Watts nominal at 21.5 mph
  • In this location, it produces 1.2kw
  • Wind (1.2kw) combines with Solar (800 Watts) to provide 2kw capacity

Available through True North Power Systems

Solar Power Generator

  • Roof-mounted photovoltaic laminate
  • Integrates easily into roof structure
  • Provides 800 Watts of electricity
  • Sun and wind systems combine to provide electricity and charge storage batteries

Available through ARISE Technologies Corporation

Solar Hot Water Heater

  • Four roof-mounted evacuated glass tubes collectors
  • Savings of 50% to 70% from your domestic water-heating bill
  • Reduces green house gas emissions
  • Easy to install and maintain
  • Superior conduction capability than flat panels, especially useful for hot water or radiant heating systems
  • Performs even on coldest days and in cloudy weather

Available through Solarco Manufacturing



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