There is a great deal of talk these days about
renewable sources of energy. Governments argue over what is the best
source to use and do not always direct their support to the most
obvious renewable resources. For instance in the UK at present the
Government issue grants for solar energy systems to heat water and
generate electricity, as well as wind power systems, but although there
is an increasing demand for solar power systems to generate
electricity, grants are not available in some areas.

Where ever
you live you can now create your own homemade solar and wind power
systems for a very modest sum. Just buy a detailed illustrated guide
that has video instructions. A homemade solar power system consists of
Photovoltaic cells which convert radiation from the sun to electricity.
These cells are connected together to form modules which in turn are
linked to form an array. The number of panels required depends on how
much electricity you need to generate. A professional homemade solar
power system can be built for $200 using components obtained from your
local hardware store.

The amount of electricity generated by
solar power systems depends on the intensity of daylight, so on a dull
day it is useful to have the backup of a wind power system. A homemade
wind power system consists of blades a tall mast and a turbine. The
wind turns the blades which operates the turbine to produce
electricity. Wind speed increases with height so the windmill or
turbine is normally on a tall mast or can be put on the roof of the
house. The important thing is to gain exposure to the wind. A homemade
wind power system can be build for £100.

It is entirely possible
by employing homemade solar and wind power systems to reduce your
electricity bill by 80%. There is also the opportunity to go off grid
or sell excess electricity back to the grid if you build sufficient
capacity into your solar and wind power systems.