PV Gap

Albert Said:

How can I obtain materials for Do it yourself solar panels?

We Answered:

The nearest contact to get solar panles in Kenya would be the following:
I sincerely hope it works for you!

Kibera Community Youth Programme
P. O Box 5837 - 00200
Nairobi
Kenya

Cell:+ (254.720) 786 218 / (254.720) 140 968
Fax:+ (254.020) 570088

E-mail:kcyp2000@yahoo.com

Jason Said:

the do it yourself solar panels, are they any good?

We Answered:

Most of those sites are just one step above a scam. They generate most of their income from web traffic. If you build your own panels, you will not be allowed to connect them to the electric grid, they are not UL listed. You'd need to buy enough batteries to take your house or room off-grid, if the electrical inspector will even allow you to install them on your house. You still need to buy an inverter, and mounting and safety equipment. The panels are just part of the expense, not worth it to make your own for anything other than a hobby or experiment. Do you think you'd be able to make something yourself that can withstand the elements for 40 years?

It is much more cost effective to buy factory made, 20 - 25 year warrantied, UL Listed, products.

Justin Bieber said:

very helpful

Obama said:

yes bieber this is very helpful.