From: "Lenny" <lenhorn@ns.sympatico.ca> Date: 2005-07-05 (Tue) 22:20:27 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: Don Roscoe

Hi Don

I got your email from Lise Bourque who took your solar greenhouse course a year ago. She thought you might be able to help me?

I have an integrated greenhouse into my house but need advice on:

Installing thermo-pane glass on a slanting roof to make the seal watertight. Adequate ventilation so it does not overheat Suggestions for integrating a thermal heat storage system.

I have built my own home so I have some experience in construction; also I am familiar with the use of epoxy and fibreglass for decking. I have attached some photos to give you an idea of what the greenhouse area looks like. It is actually 2 greenhouse areas, as there is the lower one and a small 2nd story greenhouse area as well.

The windows installed now leak and will have to be removed as the sills are rotten, so I plan to do a major renovation there and to install new glass, possible with argon gas? My main concern is a method for keeping the glass water tight.

I would appreciate any suggestion you might have and I would also be willing to pay for a consultation fee if you would be able to come and do an onsite evaluation.

Thanks in advance for your time and consideration

Sincerely

Lenny Hornung

(902) 467-3378

Bear River, NS

From: David Aimone <daimone@nycap.rr.com> Date: 2006-07-06 (Thu) 23:04:17 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: solar home in Cape Breton

Hi,

We're a modest income family in upstate NY (north or Albany) that are considering building a home in Cape Breton near the ocean in the next couple of years. We fell in love with the area, love the ocean and mountains, and are looking into the possibility.

I came across this website tonight and was wondering if this could be a resource for building a home in Cape Breton. We have an old farmhouse now, but had considered something like an Enertia envelope home here, but that would be impractical for NS.

Can you suggest resources, designers and builders local to Cape Breton?

Thanks!

David Aimone

From: Linda Tremblay <liTremblay@accesswave.ca> Date: 2007-04-15 (Sun) 19:44:22 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: solar hot water for cottage

We are planning to build a cottage in the next few years and are considering a solar hot water system. We are somewhat in the woods and were wondering if we would have enough sun. Is there any instrument to measure the amount of solar in a certain location? Also are there any referals you can give with regards to seeing a system set up somewhere near metro? Thanks.

From: "David Fright" <local221@hotmail.com> Date: 2007-05-17 (Thu) 16:54:33 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Solar Power & The Electrical Code

Hello,

I am having difficulty locating information on solar power and the electrical code. I am curious about how to safely integrate a solar system into my households existing electrical system, and what specific technical considerations that might entail. I thought I'd contact your organization incase you might happen to have some resources available, or perhaps know of some references I can look up.

Thanks in advance for your help,

David Fright.

From: "Jeffrey J. Marsh" <jmarsh@nf.sympatico.ca> Date: 2008-01-29 (Tue) 20:17:02 AST Subject: Solar Heating Reply-To: "Jeffrey J. Marsh" <jmarsh@nf.sympatico.ca>

Hi Daniel,

Just a quick note regarding solar heating. I am in the process of designing a solar heating system for my cabin. Initially I am building solar air heating panels to hang in the south facing windows. although these will be rather small 16x36, this will just be an experiment to see how much I can increase the temp. when the dwelling is unheated. I plan on taking pictures of the construction of the panels and plans as I do them as well. I was wondering if you have had any experience or know of a product called solarventi. It is made in Europe and they have panels which are supposed to service upto 1500 sq ft. If you know anything about these, or can put me on to someone who does that would be great!. Trying to reasearch as much as I can before making a sizable investment. Thanks Jeff

From: "Consulting Montreal" <consulting.montreal@germanchamber.ca> Date: 2008-02-14 (Thu) 16:36:59 AST To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: Solar production capacity Nova Scotia

Dear Madams, Dear Sirs

actually I’m conducting a study on behalf of the German Canadian Chamber of Industry and Commerce about the solar market in Nova Scotia. Can you tell me, how many Solar installations already got connected to the distribution grid using the net metering program? Do you have information about how much off-grid solar energy capacity is already installed in Nova Scotia?

Thank you so much for your help

Sincèrement / Kind regards / Mit freundlichen Grüßen aus Montréal

Iris Otto Consultante Junior / Junior Consultant

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T +1 (514) 844-3051 F +1 (514) 844-1473 consulting.montreal@germanchamber.ca www.germanchamber.ca

From: Ken Freeman <gowgowlth@ns.sympatico.ca> Date: 2008-02-15 (Fri) 10:39:09 Subject: Re: a few more thoughts . . .

Hello Dan,

I just tried contacting Nova Sol in Upper Tantallon according to directions on the NS solar site. The phone number (902-826-1132) is no longer valid. Are they a solar company or are they not and if so, where are they?

Ken Freeman

From: Leanne Mutch <LN737848@DAL.CA> Date: 2008-02-26 (Tue) 22:11:32 AST Subject: Re: Info

Here is a list of questions I need answered in order to complete my research paper:

1. Most importantly; How successful are you in encouraging efficient homes, and how is that success determined? Can you even rate the success you have? Success with the public, and also different levels of gov.
2. What is the extent of your relationship with NS Dept of Energy and EAC?
3. When was Solar NS established and how has it grown since then?
4. Are you recognize by the government? Do they support you? Interaction?
5. How do you promote solar energy use? What are your tactics?
6. What does being a member of NS Environmental Network mean? Benefits?
7. Who are your members? Are there employees?
8. Involvment with government: partisan/non-partisan? Do you ever side with government for potential benefits, etc?
9. Where does the money come from to run the organization? Corporate sponsors?
10. What are the goals, opportunities, successes, failures, and challenges?

Thanks so much for your help. I just want as much information as possible so I can write a fair and accurate paper. It is due in about a week, so the faster you could reply the better! Thanks again, Leanne.

From: Susan Fisk <sefisk@hotmail.com> Date: 2008-03-03 (Mon) 11:14:42 AST Subject: solar home for sale

Daniel, You folks had used our home for a home showing once a few years back, it's a 3 year old home, passive solar design used from the maritime solar manual and also features the trombie wall. Wondering about the possibility of letting people know that it may go on the market. It's probably a niche market so thought might be an idea to let you know about it.

Let me know, you can email, or call me at 820-2084, or my cell 233-9751 I've attached a picture of the home.

Thanks Susan Fisk PS if you are to reply, to myself directly please, no longer with Brian Smyth.

From: "Leitha Haysom" <haysom.leitha@radioabl.ca> Date: 2008-03-04 (Tue) 15:20:04 AST Subject: Earth Hour Radio Show on CKBW

Hello Mr. Roscoe

My name is Leitha Haysom and I work with CKBW Radio in Bridgewater. We are doing a special Earth Hour program on March 29th between 8-9pm where we will encourage our listeners to turn off the power, turn on their battery operated radios and tune in for information on how to reducve energy needs.

I know you work with Solar Nova Scotia, and I would like to speak with people who are living off grid or on alternative energies. If you would be willing, I would love to speak with you briefly about what Solar Nova Scotia does, how people can go about making the switch to solar energy and an overview of the benefits. Would you be interested is speaking with me? If we could meet even for half an hour I'm sure we would get some sound bytes that we could use. I understand you are in Bridgewater on Tuesdays, perhaps we could arrange a time to meet?

I can be reached at this email address, I can also be reached by phone in the afternoons at 902-543-1217, or in the mornings at 543-2401.

I very much look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely, Leitha Haysom Music Director CKBW Radio 98.1 FM Bridgewater

From: "Chuck MacNeil" <chuckmacneil@gmail.com> Date: 2008-03-18 (Tue) 02:03:48 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Geothermal Information

Hello,

I would like to get some information about geothermal heating in Nova Scotia. Does the Nova Scotia Government provide subsidies or grants to convert an oil heating system to a geothermal water heating system? If so, who do I contact?

We live on a lake and does the Nova Scotia Government allow an open system to be taken and returned to the lake or do they allow a closed system to be inserted into the lake or none of the above? Will this change in the future? Are the only options an open or closed system on land?

Thank you

Chuck MacNeil

From: madelyn nearing <m.nearing@hotmail.com> Date: 2008-03-18 (Tue) 13:35:08 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: order manual

Hi There I am in Cape Breton and would like to order a manual. How do I go about it?? Thank You

Madelyn

Proposed answer (Wayne) Call Don Roscoe.

Dan adds: (a) see <a href="http://solarns.ca/course.php">The Manual section of the Solar Nova Scotia webpage</a> to find out how to mail-order a manual.

Also suggest that for the FAQ, that the Q be "I'm outside of Halifax..."

From: "D&R" <david@ns.sympatico.ca> Date: 2008-03-19 (Wed) 09:56:46 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: Solar

Hello

I am about to embark on greening my farm.

I would like a firm to come and discuss fitting pv, solar water and possibly a wind turbine.

Would your company be able to do this?

All the best

David

From: "Hicks, Shawn" <shawn.hicks@hiaa.ca> Date: 2008-03-19 (Wed) 10:02:57 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: PR thought

Hello

I have been thinking about a PR/goodwill idea. I have been hearing about people who cannot afford to heat their homes and thought it might be possible to get a group of people together and go out to low income homes with a dozen tubes of caulking, some clear plastic, insulation, etc and assess/improve what can easily be done in a day while educating them about solar (i.e. perhaps completely cover some north facing windows with insulation). I personally could donate a few things and hopefully a hardware store would come on board and donate most materials. Perhaps the people that were helped would volunteer to help with other houses/churches/community centers, sort of an enviro/socio-solar pay it forward thing. What do you think?

Thank you

Shawn Hicks BSc MSc

From: "Peter Dowd" <peter.dowd@gmail.com> Date: 2008-03-25 (Tue) 15:47:44 ADT To: "info@solarns.ca" <info@solarns.ca> Subject: HRV in off grid homes

With the HRV Heat Recovery Ventilation System that is code for houses in Nova Scotia. How do off grid homes produce enough electricity to run those systems properly?

Everyone I talk to has never cleaned an HRV unit and they say that they turn them off. Yet it is still code to install them. Or what do off grid homes do to address this building code?

Peter Dowd

From: "Jeff Brett" <jeffbrett@ns.sympatico.ca> Date: 2008-03-31 (Mon) 14:25:41 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: Need your Guidance

Hi folks,

I am looking for information, or a steer to information, to help me with a retirement (dream) project. I currently own a log cabin on Molega Lake, Queens Co. It is approx. 27' x 27' and full (8 to 18") pine logs up to 9'. It is built on a conventional platform on top of 10" concrete walls 4' high. There is an open rafter system that provides another 1/2 level on the second floor. And that's it - it has no electricity, water or heating system. It is presently off the grid although NSPI lines are within 500 metres.

It has been a great summer getaway for the last 10 years but now I want to improve it to a full service retirement home with all the amenities. Over the coming 2 years, I want to complete this little gem and do it with the best possible energy efficiency, in an environmentally friendly manner and at a reasonably cost. I expect to contract most of the work and progress in stages.

I need some help in creating a plan to realize this goal and in identifying the products and people to get it done right.

I appreciate any help you can provide.

Best regards...JB

From: Shannon Doane <shannon.doane@SMU.CA> Date: 2008-04-02 (Wed) 09:00:38 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Information

Hi,

I was just wondering if this club was still active? I've been searching for information on how to build passive solar homes and am curious as to how well they perform in the Nova Scotia climate?

I would like to start building my onw home and want to make it as energy efficient as possible by incorporating passive solar design and other elements. Can you suggest the most up-to-date resources for information on the topic?

Thanks so much! Shannon Doane

From: "Martin K. Petersen" <mkp@mkp.net> Date: 2008-04-03 (Thu) 18:45:43 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Solar homes, visiting Halifax

My wife and I are coming to Halifax in early May to scope out the city and surroundings. We're considering relocating to NS next spring and are interested in either buying or building a solar home.

We'd like to know if anybody are willing to show us their house. And we're also interested in hearing about real life experiences and common pitfalls.

Any pointers would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance,

Martin

From: "Heather&Craig" <hecrag@ns.sympatico.ca> Date: 2008-04-04 (Fri) 08:47:13 ADT Subject: Craig Churchill

Hello There,

I requested being put on your mailing list awhile ago, and just wanted to say thanks for the quick response. Listen, I have been a stay at home dad for a year, and haven't had the chance to get involved in too much outside the home. Our second is due in a week, so that trend will continue! However, my wife will be home and I am returning to work. I just had to ask, if through your circle you would know anyone doing some hiring in the field of solar energy? I am not a tradesperson, but have worked as a computer support tech in the past. I'd appreciate any suggestions at all, as I am very interested, if not yet very knowledgeable. Thanks for any time you could spare! Craig

From: "Richard Lane" <richard@barkerlane.ca> Date: 2008-04-05 (Sat) 10:08:59 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: solar hot water

Hi,

We are interested in putting a solar hot water system, supplemented with wood heat, into our 150 year old farmhouse. We are based in Caledonia, North Queens.

Could you put me in touch with a designer / installer who would want to come out to Queens County for the job?

Regards,

Richard 1-902-682-2021

From: "Barry Bernard" <barrybernard@gmail.com> Date: 2008-04-08 (Tue) 10:02:57 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: question

Hello

I just finish looking into your web site and enjoyed it very much. I have a question regarding solar panels, I just finished building my new home which I have radiant heat, the system I find gives excellent heat, but could I hook up solar panels to make it more efficient ion in saving dollars on my electric bill. Does your company supply these and would the company hooked them up for me.

Thanks

-- barry bernard

From: SuzieQ <suzieqq@eastlink.ca> Date: 2008-04-08 (Tue) 18:53:24 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Solar Panels

Hello,

I live in a duplex in Cole Harbour NS. My neighbour and I have been discussing with the upcomming replacement of our roof, the option of solar panels. NS Power is killing us and we heard that there are lost of grants available to assist us with this. I have just started research online about this, so any information you could send us would be appreciated. We can be reach by my email suzieqq@eastlink.ca or by mail:

Suzanne Hardy 160 Silistria Drive Dartmouth, NS B2W 6A9

Norma Ratsma 162 Silistria Drive Dartmouth, NS B2W 6A9

From: "Will C. van den Hoonaard" <will@unb.ca> Date: 2008-04-11 (Fri) 15:28:10 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Solar water heater

Dear Friend;

We are interested in acquiring a solar water heater. When we were given your website, we went looking for a solar water heater, but there was nothing in the technical headers on your website <http://www.solarns.ca/ship.php>that told us which might refer to a solar water heater. Which one is it? Of course, although the terms use are technical and quite unfamiliar to us, there might be an easier way of finding the information we are looking for.

We hope to hear from you. Thanks so much, and with kind regards, Will

-- Will C. van den Hoonaard Professor of Sociology University of New Brunswick POB 4400, Fredericton, NB E3B 5A3 Tel. (506) 453-4849; Fax (506) 453-4659

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From: "Contractors Desk" <cdesk@accesscable.net> Date: 2008-04-15 (Tue) 15:13:39 ADT Subject: Passive Solar Homes

Good afternoon,

My name is Mark Duggan and I'm with the publication The Contractor's Desk. We're currently in the process of putting together our upcoming edition and are interested in doing an article on passive solar homes.

We would like to have something in the 400-800 word range, accompanied by some pictures, on what passive solar homes are, do they work in Nova Scotia, why or why not, how much bright, sunlight do we get in Nova Scotia, how much home heating and energy can come from solar sources, etc. We would like to have something in by May 14, 2008.

If someone in your office could get back to me as soon as possible that would be great.

Thank you,

Mark Duggan Contractor's Desk cdesk@accesscable.net Tel: (902) 468-5253 Fax: (902) 468-5697

From: "Robin Harvey" <harveyr@halifax.ca> Date: 2008-05-01 (Thu) 14:46:41 ADT Subject: Re: Solar Nova Scotia Digest

Daniel, Have you ever heard of Field Applied Roofing PV Laminate? I had an article from mother earth news about its development. I thought that it is exactly what I would like to have. Just wondering if it has made its way to Canada yet.

Robin Harvey

Robin Harvey Methods and Procedural Analyst Halifax Regional Police-By-Law Services HRM Community Projects

From: mkneumann@comcast.net Date: 2008-05-02 (Fri) 15:39:21 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Solar Course and New Brunswick Project Info

Hello,

I am the executive director for Environmental Justice Advocates of Minnesota and a board member of Sah-kah-tay Indigenous Preservation Society in White Earth Reservation. Both organizations are interested in moving forward on sustainable building projects.

Could you please send me a schedule of you upcoming solar courses and information about an affordable housing project on a reservation in New Brunswick I understand your organization was involved with?

Thank you,

Mike Neumann Environmental Justice Advocates of Minnesota 612-436-5402 office 651-452-2938 home

From: Jane Guilfoyle <janeguilfoyle@eastlink.ca> Date: 2008-05-03 (Sat) 22:53:58 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: converting my home to solar power

Hello,

I own a very old house (107) and it's foundation is okay but it could be better. What do I need to know/do before I consider installing solar panels/power, and how do I find out if it's feasible at this location. I get lots of sun and do not have close neighbors casting shadows. I have room to build. Where do I start?

Jane Guilfoyle janeguilfoyle@eastlink.ca

From: "Chris" <pobox@ns.sympatico.ca> Date: 2008-05-24 (Sat) 18:02:32 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: solar hot water?

Good day,

Just wonder what 2 4 by 8 panels installed on a house in Spryfield area would cost to heat the Hot water suppl and perhaps some type of heating device for hot air.. House is about 1000 sq. feet 1 and 13/4 storeys

Chris

From: "Stefan Tylak" <stylak@gmail.com> Date: 2008-06-03 (Tue) 23:15:13 ADT Subject: Re: Daniel MacKay's contact details?

Hi Dan,

I'm curious if you are able to provide me with a solar path diagram for this latitude. If so, what would the cost be? I'm also wondering if you have access to a solar pathfinder by any chance.

Cheers,

Stefan

From: Ben Fullerton <benf@chebucto.ns.ca> Date: 2008-06-05 (Thu) 11:21:26 ADT Subject: a question

Can you tell me what it is recommended as the highest efficiency paint for a solar panel and where it can be purchased in the general Halifax area?

This would be used on a panel inside a picture window, with the hot air rising from it being distributed through the house by an attic air filtration and distribution system (which is a 'work in progress' just now.

Thanks for any help you can give, and we hope to be attending more tours of solar installations whenever they are not too far from home.

Our best to all the workers who keep this group going. I wish that my health was better so that I could be more involved!

Ben Fullerton

From: William Rogers <william@wlrgroupco.com> Date: 2008-06-10 (Tue) 11:13:41 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Solar NS and photovoltaic

Hi,

I am a beginner that is interested in solar technology. I am primarily interested in PV systems. Is there a discussion forum associated with Solar NS? I would like to talk to people in the area who are using PV systems (I assume there must be some!) and see if I can get some guidance. Does the Solar manual or course cover PV technology? Thanks!

William Rogers

From: "Genevieve Landon" <solargenevieve@gmail.com> Date: 2008-06-17 (Tue) 22:24:56 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Your solar energy course sounds very informative.

Hello!

I just got done checking out your FANTASTIC site!

Your solar energy course sounds very informative.

I'm actually passionate about solar power myself, and have a website right over here:

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I'm a little scared to ask, but I was wondering if you'd like to partner together at all?

See, I have a guide that sells for $17. We could do one of a few things:

1. I could promote your site on my thank you page

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I have a technical-sounding affiliate signup page that you're welcome to sign up for right here:

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It really is quite a great book and once people make it to the site, they usually pick it up.

And if there's something I can do for you, please let me know. Like I said, I've become quite passionate about solar power as of late.

Thank you SO much for your time!

All my best,

Genevieve

From: "Evan Jones" <evan@stitchmedia.ca> Date: 2008-06-23 (Mon) 21:28:26 ADT To: "Evan Jones" <evan@stitchmedia.ca> Subject: Interested in solar water heating for my home

Hi there,

I am looking at the possibility of installing a solar water heater in my home. The house is 2400 sq ft (not including unfinished cellar) and is approx 130 years old. We have radiators on an oil-fueled boiler and I am interested to know if I can pre-heat water for use in my radiators (to reduce oil use).

We live on Allan St near Halifax Commons and would love to speak with someone about assessing our property. We have a flat roof and some taller buildings to the south and are wondering if solar heat is right for us.

Evan Jones 482-2157

From: "Gerry Archibald" <g.archibald@dal.ca> Date: 2008-06-26 (Thu) 11:57:56 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: Indurtrial Solar Installations

I have a manufacturing client in Truro who has expressed interest in visiting an industrial plant that is using solar energy for process heat. Can you provide any leads for me?

Gerry.

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Gerry Archibald, P.Eng. Program Manager, Eco-Efficiency Centre 2 Viditio Drive, Dartmouth, NS, B3B 1P9 Phone: 902-497-6562 Fax: 902-860-2887 Website: http://eco-efficiency.management.dal.ca/index.htm

From: Cam <camfarnell@bitflipper.ca> Date: 2008-06-29 (Sun) 15:01:00 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Solar consulting

Hi

We are a group of people looking to build five off-grid, active/passive-solar town houses and a multi purpose building. We have some preliminary designs and would now like to work with a consultant to review and refine the solar design issues. Can you recommend a person or firm that would be suitable for this purpose. Thanks

Cam Farnell for Chaswood Cohousing Group Middle Musquodoboit, NS

From: Renee Field <rbfield@eastlink.ca> Date: 2008-07-01 (Tue) 14:49:14 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: looking for information for community-pilot project

Hi:

I’m a bit of a community activist living in Rockingham, Halifax. I’ve been thinking of trying an energy-efficient community-pilot project for the area and discovered your website. I’m looking both for help on this “overall big project” and “insight” into how to make the idea a reality. I noticed you meet at Maxwell’s Friday night but before I venture forth on my own into a bar I’d like to make sure people will be there.

I’ve been chair of the Rockingham Residents’ Association for the past four years and lobbied the city and fundraised $120,000 to see an old playground/park redesigned at the corner of Meadowlark Crescent and Flamingo Drive in Rockingham. This community-pilot project has been stewing around in my brain for a couple of years but now I’m finally able to do more research. Any help would be appreciated.

Sincerely, Renee Field Chair, RRA

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From: Peter Feige <PFEIGE@DAL.CA> Date: 2008-07-04 (Fri) 11:58:25 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Private Solar

Hi there,

I am thinking about using solar power for my private residence and am in the process of finding out what's involved to go about it. Do you have information on that topic? About government support, suppliers, etc.

Thank you for your time Peter Feige

From: John Paull <jpaull@eastlink.ca> Date: 2008-08-09 (Sat) 11:39:21 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Re; Solar Shelter Manual

Will the subject manual be any help for an existing house?

John Paull Middleton NS

From: Ruth Richman <richman.macdonald@pei.sympatico.ca> Date: 2008-08-25 (Mon) 13:41:07 ADT Subject: Re: Solar Nova Scotia Digest

hello - I wonder if you can point me in the direction of:

1. some one that can help design an off grid system to supply water to a summer house and where to buy the parts needed....

I am thinking something like this:

well with solar pump

well water in cistern on tower which will gravity feed to sinks and shower

and also will gravity feed to solar collectors to heat the water which will go to sinks and shower

2. the best composting toilet (non-electric)

They have had a hand pump and outhouse for thirty-five summers, and would like to upgrade!

thanks! ruth

From: "Katherine Collier" <kcollier@ns.sympatico.ca> Date: 2008-09-10 (Wed) 11:29:25 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: solar

Hi, I am interested in solar power. We are building a 1700 square foot home in Borden PEI in the fall of 2009 We would like to build it on a cement slab with in floor heating We want to use an electric boiler for this heat.

what systems do you install that will generate electricity and or help heat the water?

We will be situated in the middle of a 4 acre field with no shade and could use roof mounted or ground mounted system

We would like to know the cost and also of ant government assistance for PEI

Thanks Lee Bates 1-902-755-3155

From: Alan Gosley <gosley@accesswave.ca> Date: 2008-09-14 (Sun) 12:54:04 ADT Subject: Re: NS Fall home tour

Hi Daniel,

I am still interested in becoming a member as I hope to install a wind turbine and could use all information available.

From: "Chapman, Chappy" <John.Chapman2@Honeywell.com> Date: 2008-09-24 (Wed) 08:06:43 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: Solar Heating

Hello I am looking to install a solar heating source to help with my hot water heat for my home in Prospect Bay. My plan is to replace my Oil Fired Hot Water Boiler with an Electric Hot Water Boiler and use the solar to help with the heating.Can you supply me with the info I need to do this.

Thanks John Chapman

Email johnchapman@eastlink.ca

From: Effie MacKinnon <effiemackinnon@hotmail.com> Date: 2008-09-30 (Tue) 16:00:57 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: looking into solar

Hello

I've have recently started doing research into Solar Energy. I plan to build cottages in Cape Breton in the Spring and I am looking into solar floor heating and hotwater. I have noticed most of the projects used the company Thermodynamics. I was just wondering if this is the leading design company in Nova Scotia?? and if you have suggestions for other companies with a successful history.

thank you

effie

From: Louis Gilbert <lgilbert@tru.eastlink.ca> Date: 2008-10-12 (Sun) 16:58:58 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Home improvements

Good day

I just had a nice review of your site.

Is it possible to have someone visit my home to give me some Ideas for solar improvements?

I would like to take greater advantage of my south face.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Louis Gilbert 895-8864

Answer by Solveig The Solar Nova Scotia Association itself does not offer the service you are seeking (a site visit) but some of the companies listed in the Corporate Members page of the Solar NS website do provide this service. Consider calling one or more of the companies to learn more about what they can offer. For an existing home, solar water systems to supply domestic hot water or solar air systems may be interesting to explore. Rebate incentives are available through a Nova Scotia government agency called Conserve NS for the installation of solar water heating and air heating systems in residences. See their website at http://www.conservens.ca/consumerinfo/residential.

From: Sheila Stevenson <smstevenson@eastlink.ca> Date: 2008-10-14 (Tue) 16:12:15 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Subject: retrofitting etc.

Hello. I'm interested in learning what's possible to do with an existing house that is electrically heated, has lots of windows, heats up on sunny days. What do you suggest? Your course is geared to new construction.

thanks, Sheila Stevenson 17 Stanbrae Rd Fergusons Cove Nova Scotia B3V 1G4 902 479-3740 phone smstevenson@eastlink.ca

From: "Pat & Joan Thorburne" <j.thorburne@ns.sympatico.ca> Date: 2008-10-14 (Tue) 16:02:54 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: Heating the house

I am interested in heating the house with solar heat .It is already heated with a hot water furnace,I am wondering if there is a system that can be connected to the furnace and help with the heating cost as the cost to heat this house last year it was almost $4000 ,getting a little expensive .I know there is one for the hot water tank for every day use. Any information you can give me would help .also need to know who installs these and where and how do I get a price for what it would cost .

Pat & Joan

From: <Landry.S@forces.gc.ca> Date: 2008-10-27 (Mon) 15:56:03 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: Put_Me_On_The_Solar_NS_Mailing_List

I have just finnished building a new house with solar infloor heating and domestic water heating and I'm now interested in seeing how PV cells could be applied to evenuualy go off grid.

Answer by Solveig

Congratulations on your initial ventures into solar energy design and technology. To explore how PV may fit your situation you may want to speak to some of the PV panel (and other PV associated equipment)suppliers and installers that are listed on the Corporate Members page of the SolarNS website. Another good reference is "The Renewable Energy Handbook, a guide to Rural Energy Independence, Off-Grid and Sustainable Living" by william H. Kemp. Do a google search to learn more about this book and other reference materials.

From: "Luke and Amber Austin" <lukeamber@ns.sympatico.ca> Date: 2008-10-27 (Mon) 22:05:03 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: solar questions

I am a potential new home builder in the spring of 2009. I live in Pictou County and am interested in summertime solar domestic hot water at the very least but would like an expandable system. Any direction would be much appreciated. My heat will be from an outdoor furnace as we have a lot of tree property which I plan to silvaculture. We will have infloor heating in a daylight basement and also on the main floor with a concrete overpoor. It will be 2000 sq feet on the main floor and also in the basement. There will be 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths.

Luke Austin

From: craig kinsman <vwicr@hotmail.com> Date: 2008-10-30 (Thu) 19:04:31 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: help with sloped glazing

Hi. I'm installing alot of sloped glazing in a new home, and need some help and/or advice. Perhaps you know someone who would be able to assist on site(Aylesford) with the installation of 24 sloped 32x76 glazing units. Using high quality aluminum extrusions is out of my price range, unfortunately. I've been to one of Don's solar courses, and could try the butyl tape/roll roofing technique, but wonder if it is suitable for an installation with multiple units.Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks very much, Craig Kinsman 902-844-2299

From: "Siddall, Greg" <SiddallG@mar.dfo-mpo.gc.ca> Date: 2008-11-04 (Tue) 09:43:05 AST To: info@solarns.ca Subject: LED light bulbs?

Hi,

Is there anyone in HRM that stocks PAR 22 LED light bulbs? Thanks, Greg

NOTE: **************************** All the questions from here down have someone working on them. ************************************

From: mkrathbun <mkrathbun@eastlink.ca> Date: 2008-11-07 (Fri) 11:48:03 AST To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Put_Me_On_The_Solar_NS_Mailing_List

Hi,

We are very interested in investigating solar power to heat our home, or our water heater or our pool and would appreciate any information or help you can give us. We would like to know about knowledgeable people in our area- we live in Wolfville. We also would like to be on your mailing list.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely, Mary Kate Rathbun

From: "tom preston" <nec1@ns.sympatico.ca> Date: 2008-11-12 (Wed) 11:55:24 AST To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: solar power for my home

I am trying to find a solar furm that can send some one out to my home to let me know what i would need to put my house on to solar pr wind power I have been looking for this for some time I live on West Broklyn M T out side of W olfville N.S or is their some one in the valley close to me I can contact thank you

Tom Preston

902 542 4788

From: "Mike Hubbard" <mike@mikehubbard.net> Date: 2008-11-30 (Sun) 11:59:21 AST To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: Advice and Guidance

Hello,

My name is Mike Hubbard, a young man residing in the Bridgewater, NS area, and I am hoping you could lend some advice and guidance into a career pathway I could take.

My interest is in the alternative energies, mainly wind, solar and geothermal. It seems inevitable that alternative energies will boom in the coming years and I want to be ready for the opportunities either as an entrepreneur or as an employable person. I would love to fully research and understand these energies, how they work, how to use them, how to build them, what their limits are, etc. My goals are even to take/combine the existing systems and design better, more efficient, systems and new uses.

I’m very eager to start the learning process whether its reading recommended books, college or university, or even through possible employment right now or in the near future. Also, I plan on attending your Solar Course soon.

Any correspondence you can give would be very much appreciated and feel free to pass this email on to others. I am sending similar emails to a variety of companies and people.

Thanks you very much for your time! I look forward to hearing back from you.

Mike Hubbard

From: "Sims, Paul" <Paul.Sims@boiuk.com> Date: 2008-12-31 (Wed) 06:31:28 AST To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: Residential Property Query re excess energy

I hope you may be able to provide me with some advice or at least point me in the right direction ...

I bought a property in the Pictou area of Nova Scotia approximately 6 months ago. The property was built 2 years ago and benefits from a modern and efficient thermal heating system that runs the air conditioning in the property. To make the property even more efficient I would be interested in installing a solar powered system ideally (and if possible) with a view to supplying the general electricity needs of the property rather than just the hot water.

At present the property is only used for part of the year as we currently live in the UK. On the basis that the system, at times, would clearly produce more electricity than was needed in a vacant property are there any schemes whereby you can effectively sell the excess power back to the grid ?

This would obviously be a determining factor in support of any future investment given our limited use of the property.

Many thanks

Paul

Proposed response (Jamie)

Selling electricity back to the power grid is called Net Metering. At present you can apply to net meter on your electrical service in Nova Scotia through the local power utility, Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NSPI). As of this writing (March 2009) you can only sell them enough power to bring your net power usage to zero over a year. Recent plans may increase this period of time, but they remain plans being negotiated between the province and NSPI.

Whether you can generate enough electricity over the year to match your consumption depends on your electrical usage. If your cottage is electrically heated and air conditioned you may need to generate a fair bit of electricity.

You can generate electricity by several methods. Generally a windmill is the most practical in rural Nova Scotia, but may not do well in untended operation. Photovoltaic panels will be more expensive, but operate with less maintenance. If your property has a stream with a significant drop you may be able to use a micro-hydro turbine. All of these systems can be complicated and will depend on the specific site details.

Our corporate members can provide recommendations on all of these options and what may suit your property and budget.

From: "Donna Levy" <raanddjlevy@ns.sympatico.ca> Date: 2009-01-11 (Sun) 12:01:00 AST Subject: Re solar shelter course

Thank you for the invitation. I am unable to attend (distance) Can you advise a reliable source for a domestic use hot water system ?

Thank you.

Dick Levy.

From: Genny Killin <gkillin@chebucto.ca> Date: 2009-01-15 (Thu) 17:00:17 AST To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Low e windows

Hi

I've got a question concerning "low e" insert windows, (if this isn't the appropriate place please direct me to that spot.)

I have a new to us, eighty year old house, with blown in insulation, and bad windows (collapsing sashes, broken storms, etc), so I'm looking to replace them with vinyl insert windows. The south side of the house is the long side, (33 feet) with lots of windows and lots of lovely solar gain in the winter, and no doubt not so lovely heat in the summer, (the north side of the house has only 2 windows on it.) The question is; how much of the solar gain lost with "low e" windows? Dose savings gained from air transference through the glass, out weigh the over all the warming of the house, through the solar gain of the "non- low e" windows? I hope this question makes sense. Also would it be sensible to have the south (and possibly west) facing windows "non-low e", and the east and north windows "low e"?

Thank you for you time

Genny Killin

(902) 429-5920

From: Anne Webster <awebster@southmedic.on.ca> Date: 2009-01-20 (Tue) 09:15:14 AST To: info@solarns.ca Subject: Passive Solar House

Hello,

My husband and I are hoping to build a passive solar, off-grid home. We were interested in your solar course. We live in Hantsport so the Windsor session would be best for us. Any information that you could provide to us would be useful. Thank you.

Anne Webster

Sales Assistant for Atlantic Canada

email: awebster@southmedic.on.ca

Phone: (902) 352-2104

Cell: (902) 670-1387

Fax: (902) 352-2105

From: Steve Van Iderstine <steve.vaniderstine@gmail.com> Date: 2009-01-23 (Fri) 12:19:15 AST To: info@solarns.ca Subject: solar water heating systems retailers/installers

Hello,

I have a 70-year old house in Halifax and am considering retrofitting with solar water heating for domestic hot water and space heating with radiators. Can you recommend local companies that sell and install these systems?

Thank you,

Steve Van Iderstine

From: keith george <keithgeorge@eastlink.ca> Date: 2009-01-26 (Mon) 21:08:02 AST To: info@solarns.ca Subject: hi

do you sell solar power sysytems?

keith

From: Monica Kilpatrick <monicakilpatrick@hotmail.com> Date: 2009-01-28 (Wed) 09:51:28 AST To: solar Nova Scotia <info@solarns.ca> Subject: flooring for thermal mass

I attended your solar workshop at Holland College in Nov 2007. I am in the process of building this spring.

I had a question re Thermal Mass. The book on p.68 shows thermal storage capacity for brick, concrete, and stone. Could you tell me what the thermal storage capacity of porcelain vs ceramic vs slate flooring? Are they in the same category as brick or stone?

Thankyou, Monica Kilpatrick

See 2009-006 (Jamie)

From: "Vera and John" <verajohn@ns.sympatico.ca> Date: 2009-01-30 (Fri) 14:59:10 AST To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: Don Roscoe

Hi there,

Would you please let us know if any of Don Roscoe built houses are available for sale?

Thank you.

Vera and John Fletcher

From: Monica Kilpatrick <monicakilpatrick@hotmail.com> Date: 2009-02-01 (Sun) 16:20:05 AST To: solar Nova Scotia <info@solarns.ca> Subject: Roof pitch for solar panels

Further to my last note, I also have another query. Some of the literature recommends a roof pitch of 8/12 for solar panels. The house I am building this spring is long and narrow. A 4/12 or 5/12 pitch is more suitable. Will this still work for solar panels for hot water? What are the disadvantages? If the solar panels are adjusted to a steeper angle, is there ever any issue with high winds?

From: Monica Kilpatrick <monicakilpatrick@hotmail.com> Date: 2009-02-01 (Sun) 16:42:18 AST Subject: flooring for passive solar home, roof pitch for solar panels

I attended the passive solar home course in November 2007. I am building a house this spring and I had 2 queries. In regards to the information in the thermal mass in the booklet, could you tell me what ceramic,porcelain and slate flooring are similar to. Are they more similar to brick or stone? I assume the slate falls under the stone category, but I was not sure about porcelain and ceramic. 2.) Some literature recommends a 8/12 pitch roof for solar panels for hot water. My house is long and narrow , and is more suitable to a 4/12, or 5/12 pitch. Could you tell me the disadvantages to this. If the solar panels are adjusted to a more steep angle , does there tend to be disadvantages with regards to wind? Thankyou Monica Kilpatrick

Proposed General Response (Jamie):

Generally speaking the thermal mass of ceramic porcelain and slate will be similar to both brick and stone. The thermal mass you have in your design will depend greatly on the amount of these materials used and not just the type of material used. Like many design choices picking the best choice is a detailed question.

Thermal mass is the product of the volume of the material and the material's density and specific heat. If you have multiple materials, such as ceramic tile over concrete, then you can calculate the solar mass of each material and add them together.

Thermal Mass = Volume x Density x Specific Heat

Volume = the calculated total volume of a particular material in cubic meters. Density = a material property, Density, in kilograms per cubic meter Specific Heat = a material property, Specific Heat, in Joules per kilogram)

Searching the material properties can be difficult, but many tables are available on the internet or in refernce books at a library near you.

Regarding roof slope and solar panels,

Solar panels collect the most energy when they are pointed squarely at the sun. As the sun moves through the sky daily and rises and falls relative to the horizon yearly, they reap the maximum benefit when they are pointed at the sun. This can be accomplished with a mechanisim that controls their position. These mechanisims, called tracking mounts, are only practacble for solar photovoltaic panels in sunny climates.

For a fixed solar collector, such as one for heating hot water, you will want to orient the panels as near to south as possible. The slope of the panel will depend on your latutude and the time of year you want the most benefit from your panels. For example, in Stewiacke Nova Scotia, at 45 degrees latitude, a 45 degree panel slope (12/12 pitch) will have peak output at the spring and fall equinox. This would make sense for hot water heating. If you are using the panels to provide home heating, you may want to tilt the panels higher to collect the most energy in the winter heating season. If you are heating water for the hot tub on the back deck, you may want them lower to hit the summer hot tub season.

If your roof does not match the slope you want, you may use a frame to prop the panels up. This fram will have to be securely mounted to the roof and will have to comply with the panel manufacturers instructions. If you want a clean roof line, you will have to add an extra panels to make up for the lower solar gain from the installed panels or consider mounting the panels on a separate ground level frame or out building.

From: joseph nasrallah <joseph_thebomb@hotmail.com> Date: 2009-02-10 (Tue) 23:19:08 AST To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: solar info

Hello there, my name is joseph, a student and saint mary's university and i have had a huge craving for creating my own solar panels as a summer project and to have more understanding about electrical wirering and thermodynamics. My question to you is, does any body at Solar Nova Scotia keep in storage cosmetically flawed, defective/chipped still working single photovoltaic cells(or full panels) that needs to be gotten rid of, which i can possibly get my hands on some how?

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From: Uloth Debbie <ulothd@yahoo.com> Date: 2009-03-04 (Wed) 16:30:56 AST Subject: Re: [solarns-all] Courses, courses, courses!

Hi Daniel;

I'm interested in taking the Solar Construction Course, does it build onto what students learned during the Solar Shelter Course? I attended the Solar Shelter Course at the Leeds Campus a couple of years ago.

Kind Regards,

Debbie

Answer: see [[2008-007?]]

From: Don Rice <riced@eastlink.ca> Date: 2009-03-12 (Thu) 21:01:13 ADT Subject: Regarding heating systems,

Dear Solar Info

I am about to have a house built

Doing my best to inform myself but it is all a minefield out there, especially on a very tight budget.

What I hope to do is go with in-floor heating with an electric boiler Time on Demand set up.

Due to my budget I doubt that I can go with a solar add on this year however I hope to do so as soon as money will allow.

The questions are .

1) Is it possible to have a hybrid system ,ie, solar combined with an electric system for heating?

2) Is it possible to do this in stages, electric now with the goal to add the solar system / panels later as an auxiliary

3)If so how do I inform the individual doing the boiler instillation to do the boiler instillation with solar in mind

4) Is there someone I can direct the heating specialist to for advice?

Thank you

Don Rice

( 902) 467-3313

Bear River

From: "Sue Bookchin" <sueboo@ns.sympatico.ca> Date: 2009-04-14 (Tue) 14:36:28 ADT Subject: Re: Put_Me_On_The_Solar_NS_Mailing_List

I gather from the newsletter, that you are all overwhelmed with questions about solar power, (and I guess that's a good thing!), but i don't know if i can expect an answer for this question... i will ask just in case.

At the home show, i noticed two companies who are using evacuated tubes for solar rather than flat panels. can someone tell me the advantages/disadvantages of one over the other? we are planning to install solar for domestic hot water and i'm not sure which to pursue...

thanks for any help you can provide! sue

****************************************************

I sent the following answer to Sue.

Answer:

Hello Sue,

I don't think we have a definitive answer for this question as a group, but I will tell you what I think about it from my experience.

I did some very rough calculations about this, and I found that the flat plate collectors and the evacuated tube collectors perform similarly, in terms of how much energy they will produce on an annual basis for domestic hot water. It's pretty approximate, and others might disagree or have other information. As far as I know, there hasn't been a comparative test done in Nova Scotia - that's a test we would like to perform, because people often ask us this question.

Some of the differences are:

- In colder conditions, in winter, the evacuated tube collectors have higher output in laboratory tests. (So, for example, if you were primarily looking to heat a building in winter, the evacuated tubes are likely to give more output.)

- In warmer conditions, in summer, the data I have seen shows that most flat plate collectors have higher output in laboratory tests.

- It can be difficult to compare them with these tests, but it looks like the differences between summer and winter tend to even out. I did a rough approximation in a software program called RETScreen, and over the course of a whole year the estimated output from each kind was about the same.

- The evacuated tube collectors can reach higher temperatures, so they can work better in situations where you need higher temperature water, such as heating for radiators in a building. On the other hand, such high temperature water is not needed for domestic hot water.

- The flat plate collectors are simpler in their construction and not subject to the possibility of losing the vacuum in the tubes. You might have to occasionally replace a tube in the evacuated tube collectors if they lose vacuum. I have heard varying reports, with most people having no problems and a couple that have had to replace tubes unexpectedly.

- On the other hand, I asked one manufacturer and found that it's not too expensive to buy a replacement tube if it becomes necessary.

- With some evacuated tube collectors there can be an issue with snow and ice staying on the glass tubes and reducing performance at some times in winter - I read a report of a comparison test done in Germany, where accumulation of ice and snow reduced the evacuated tube collector performance to less than that of the flat plate collector. Snow and ice tend to shed from the flat plate collectors more quickly.

- There is a Nova Scotia manufacturer of flat plate collectors, in Dartmouth, so if you prefer a product that is produced locally, that might also be part of your decision.

- Finally, the prices vary a lot between different brands of both flat plate and evacuated tube collectors. It's hard to pin down a comparison on price because they vary so much.

So there are quite a few differences between them, but personally I consider them both good. You could make the decision based on your own sense of the value and quality of the product, the supplier and the installer.

I realize this may have just made the decision more complicated, but I hope it is of some help.

Regards, Wayne Groszko

From: craig kinsman <vwicr@hotmail.com> Date: 2009-04-19 (Sun) 15:05:56 ADT Subject: sloped glazing detail

Hello Don.

There are a few details regarding the installation of sloped glazing that I have not been able to understand with certainty, by looking at your pics and diagrams. Instead of bombarding you with questions at the seminar this past Saturday, I thought I'd take a good look at the cd and then email you a few questions, if necessary, and you could email me when you have time. I have a few;

1. Do you nail the roll roofing at any point?

2. Was the choice of roll roofing color based upon availability or color preference?

3. I'm not certain of the extent of caulking(silicone) on the edges of the roll roofing. Do you caulk(silicone) all the way around, or just at the bottom of the slope?

4. What do you use for screen?

5. Are the strips of roll roofing flush with the edge of the butyl or does the roll roofing extend a little beyond the butyl?

6. I'm on the Brow of the North Mountain in Aylesford and the southerly winds can be quite strong at certain times of the year. Is this method of installing roll roofing able to handle high winds?

7. And finally, I can't vent the glazing up through an adjacent wall to the roof. I have an overhang about 8" up from the top of the glazing that extends out about 12". Due to design, venting into that roof structure is not an option. Do you have any thoughts on a good way to exhaust the glazing at the point meeting the overhang?

Thanks for any help you have time to give, Don. I really appreciate it.

Regards, Craig Kinsman 902-844-2299

From: "Kevin Druhan" <Kevin.Druhan@gov.ns.ca> Date: 2009-06-10 (Wed) 14:53:10 ADT Subject: SolarNS FAQ question

Hi Dan,

I don't know if this question has been addressed for the FAQ, but I think there may be a lot of people wondering about it.

Are 'plug and play' grid tie inverters such as the SWEA 250W legal and/or in widespread use residentially in Nova Scotia? My understanding is that they are capable of producing a true sine-wave waveform and can have up to 260W of 12V DC input from solar or wind per unit. They can also be daisy-chained together in modular fashion to add more watts as needed. They also have the added benefit of not requiring an electrician to wire the unit permanently into the circuit breaker; they simply plug into any 120V AC plug. They retail for about 300-400$ on ebay.

http://cgi.ebay.ca/Solar-cell-panel-Complete-240W-grid-tie-system_W0QQitemZ250438125440QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3a4f468780&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A3%7C66%3A2%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1308%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50

http://www.solarwindsusa.com/SWEA/StarterkitManualEng.pdf

Does anybody know about these units?

Thanks Dan, Kevin

Kevin Druhan Research Analyst Wait Time Improvement Office Nova Scotia Department of Health 1690 Hollis Street, 3rd Floor P.O. Box 488 Halifax, NS B3J 2R8

(902) 424-3923 (Phone) (902) 428-2085(Fax)

From: John Ötvös <johnotvos@hotmail.com> Date: 2009-06-08 (Mon) 21:30:48 ADT Subject: RE: [solarns-all] Solar Nova Scotia News

Hi Daniel,

Shawna is helping to design a mew solar house for me. I have an amendment in with Kings County to shorten the minimum 600' distance between a turbine's tower base and the next nearest residence.

Are you personally aware of an independent knowledgeable person to help me understand about current wind turbine offerings?

I would greatly appreciate any help.

       jayöh  
                       
      "still crazy after all these years" 

From: Glenn Coltman <gcoltman@hotmail.com> Date: 2009-07-01 (Wed) 09:11:58 ADT Subject: Solar water heating options...

Hi there,

Not sure who specifically answers these, but I see the address is in McGrath's Cove! This is Glenn Coltman over in East Dover, where I run a the small sea kayaking operations, Novashores.

We are very interested in looking at a domestic solar hot water system for our home. Presently on an electric system here, and want to make improvements on that for so many reasons!!!

I have been to your member/resources site, and see there are many suppliers listed. I'm not sure if you're able to give a specific recommendation (other than the whole list itself!), but would be great to get something more specific. Extra time spent on the phone is difficult for us, and have had differing experiences just trying to get contractors of any sort out to East Dover in the first place! If you perhaps could suggest 2-3 suppliers that you know of that have done successful installs in this general area, that would be a great start for us! We're just in need of a smallish system for our smaller home with 3 occupants.

Thanks for anything you can provide here.

Sincerely,

Glenn Coltman

Glenn Coltman www.novashores.com 902-852-3875 paddling 902-852-5164 home 902-233-6950 cell gcoltman@hotmail.com

From: "Alan Brown" <BROWNA@gov.ns.ca> Date: 2009-07-06 (Mon) 16:49:02 ADT Subject: Home Made Energy

Good Day Don

Have you heard of this ? Sounds like another to good to be true.

http://www.homemadeenergy.org

Thanks Alan

____________________________________________

You will never be able to hook up "home made" electrical appliances to the electrical grid. CSA and NS Power have many standards, both for power quality and for safety that would be violated.

Even if you were allowed, the general rule for renewable energy products. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Dan Roscoe

From: maarten winkelman <wink@ca.inter.net> Date: 2009-07-09 (Thu) 12:32:41 ADT Subject: Solar Design

Dear Mr. MacKay,

Thank you for the invitations to the different events over the past year or so.

I designed a Solar/Generator Back-up System for our home near Bridgewater, NS. I am sure it will require some fine-tuning but at least I have the requirements nailed down.

Some years ago I had contact and discussions with what was then "NovaSol" located in Bridgewater at the time. However the name, "NovaSol" has its headquarters in Texas now and I doubt that it is the same company, but I could be wrong.

I read on your website that Solar Nova Scotia hosts meetings every Friday night at Maxwell's Plum in Halifax, please let me know if one has to be a member in order to attend. I want to make contact with a designer/installer in order to get the project of the ground and hopefully finished before winter sets in.

I will gladly e-mail my design and requirements to you, if it will serve a useful purpose, or just for your perusal. I am not quite sure what the role of Solar Nova Scotia is in the "Solar Industry"

Yours Sincerely,

Maarten Winkelman

*************************************************************************** PROPOSED RESPONSE:

Dear Maarten Winkleman:

Thanks for your inquiry to Solar Nova Scotia. To answer your questions:

(1) Our Solar Nova Scotia corporate members list includes several companies and organizations that may be able to work with you on your solar project. The list is at: http://www.solarns.ca/support.php You can contact several of them to find one that will suit you. From your description, it sounds like this your project is a solar electricity backup system, so I can be a bit more specific. Among those organizations listed, the ones that seem most likely to be able to help with this particular project are:

Nova Sun Power (Pictou) - www.novasunpower.com - 1 877-783-6147 Second Source Power (Dartmouth, now called Mamanna Energy) - www.mamanna.com - 1.888.801.9321 Fundy Solar (Sackville, New Brunswick) - www.fundysolar.ca - 1 888 536 2070 Solar Gain Project - www.solargain.ca - 902 429 0787

(2) Yes - Solar Nova Scotia meets every Friday at Maxwell's Plum in Halifax, starting at about 5:30 pm, and you are most welcome to come meet with us and ask questions, whether you are a member or not.

Regards, Wayne Groszko solargain@ecologyaction.ca

********************************************************************

From: Brenda L <brendaleah@live.com> Date: 2009-05-08 (Fri) 00:11:01 ADT To: <info@solarns.ca> Subject: solar conversion

I am considering buying a 11/2 story home, older, it has been reinsulated and upgraded, however, the heating is oil forced air. I want to know what would a conversion to solar energy cost, very roughly, is it possible, or what othe options could I consider.

Brenda Imlay

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From: alexander bridge <alexander.bridge@gmail.com> Date: 2009-08-29 (Sat) 16:50:21 ADT Subject: Roof Pitch for Solar

Greetings-

Planning to build a garage with a pitched roof with the idea of adding solar panels next year. L

We live in Tracadie, NS. Is there a 'perfect' roof pitch for this area? 12-12, 12-10?

Thanks! Alexander

Answer:

Greetings:

Your latitude in Tracadie is just over 45 degrees north (45.6 degrees). For the highest annual total solar energy collection, a good angle is about equal to the latitude, so 45 degrees, which is 12-12. I would even tend towards a bit steeper (like a rise of 12 in 10), because this will slightly increase the winter solar collection, due to the lower sun elevation above the horizon in winter. I tend to tilt them a bit steeper than the latitude angle for two reasons - (1) In winter the days are shorter and the sun is not as strong, so I'd want to tilt them up a bit more to maximize winter collection. (2) People often need more energy in winter. You haven't mentioned whether they are for heating the space, heating the domestic hot water or for making electricity, but in most cases more energy is used in winter. Of course, you don't necessarily have to mount the panels at the same angle as the roof - you can tilt their top ends up a bit on a stand if you want to. But it can be convenient to attach them directly to the roof at the same pitch as the roof. However, if they are evacuated tube water heaters one disadvantage of mounting them against the roof, at the same pitch as the roof, is that in winter snow will collect between the evacuated tubes and the roof, which will decrease their performance. If they are flat plate collectors, this will not be a siginificant issue.

Regards.

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From: prichard@ns.sympatico.ca Date: 2009-05-28 (Thu) 19:23:16 ADT Subject: Cansolair solar panels

Hello. We were told about the Solar Nova Scotia group by staff at the Ecology Action Centre.

We are considering installing a Cansolair solar panel on our townhouse in Halifax to supplement our oil-fired furnace, and hopefully reduce our heating costs. Our roof is quite steep-pitched and has a gable.

We're looking for some objective opinions on these panels. I wonder if any of your members have installed one of these panels, and could tell us what they think of it.

Hope to hear from you soon,

Janet

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From: "John Churchill" <john.churchill@acadiau.ca> Date: 2009-09-18 (Fri) 08:40:13 ADT Subject: steeple

Hello,

As a trustee of the Port Williams United Baptist Church I am investigating our need for consultation regarding a lighting project we will undertake. The church has decided to light the steeple on our historic church, which can be seen from many miles around, and especially from Highway 101. We would like to incorporate alternative energy in our design and wonder if you could give us some advice on our options for, undoubtedly, supplementing conventional energy to do our project, or the name of someone to contact.

Thank you. John Churchill

John Churchill, PhD Assoc. Professor of Finance (Ret.) 1104 Starrs Point Rd., Port Williams, Nova Scotia CANADA B0P 1T0 902 542-2186 902 542-1414 (fax)

From: Susan Heather Cook <susancook@eastlink.ca> Date: 2009-09-20 (Sun) 19:30:54 ADT Subject: DIY Infloor Radiant

Looking for someone to mentor a couple of do-it-yourselves to install in floor radiant heat. We already have one panel from Thermodynamics, and a solar boiler. Now, we want to heat our basement floor directly from the panels, and we are planning to buy 3 more panels for the job. We'd like to do much of the work ourselves:)

susancook@eastlink.ca anerdoo@gmail.com

thanks!

From: AL <d_oh26@yahoo.ca> Date: 2009-09-18 (Fri) 23:32:27 ADT Subject: Solar panel DYI Info

Hello I have been to your website and it is very informative , I am interested in making my own solar panel and possibly some for my friends . I have the skill to do this but not the know how. Any info on how to Make my own panels and where to find low cost parts to build one of these would be great.

Thank you for your time.

Alex

From: healinghands@eastlink.ca Date: 2009-09-14 (Mon) 18:25:30 ADT Subject: solar issues

Hello there1

My husband and i are building a home and interested in Solar hot water/in floor heating.

Can you give us some guidance as to which companies to use....we are budget builders and are finding the price of solar a bit restrictive.

we appreciate your help,

Amy & Scott

From: ammosher@eastlink.ca Date: 2009-09-03 (Thu) 14:55:47 ADT Subject: passive solar

I am interested in the house in greenfield, queens county. Can you tell me what they used for glazing nad where it can be bought. Thank you

From: "David Mason" <david.mason@rcmp-grc.gc.ca> Date: 2009-08-10 (Mon) 12:13:13 ADT Cc: <cdtmason@accesswave.ca> Subject: Solar panels

Hello

I am looking for information on building my own solar panels and after searching the internet I found your e-mail address which indicates you may be able to provide me with some information on this subject.

Any help you can provide would be appreciated.

Regards

Dave

cdtmason@accesswave.ca

From: Chris Milburn <milburn.chris@gmail.com> Date: 2009-10-01 (Thu) 17:25:49 ADT Subject: solar designers

Hi

We're about to design/build a passive solar home in the centre of Sydney. I have a fairly short timeframe to get the design done. I'm moderately knowledgeable about passive solar, but definitely not capable of doing a whole design myself. Any thoughts on local designers that would be experienced with passive solar? I'd also consider having someone from Hfx or elsewhere do it if that's necessary.

Looking forward to hearing your opinion on this.

-CM

Chris Milburn 43 Rigby Road Sydney NS B1P 4T4 902-539-6852 milburn.chris@gmail.com

From: alexander bridge <alexander.bridge@gmail.com> Date: 2009-10-06 (Tue) 12:11:14 ADT Subject: Re: [solarns-all] Solar Nova Scotia Digest

Hi- Somewhat related question.

Will solar panels work well mounted to the side of a building facing due south in Tracadie, NS?

thanks- Alexander

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From: "David Mason" <david.mason@rcmp-grc.gc.ca> Date: 2009-10-06 (Tue) 12:23:54 ADT Subject: Solar Panels

I am looking for information on building my own electric solar panels

Thanks

Dave

cdtmason@accesswave.ca

From: alexander bridge <alexander.bridge@gmail.com> Date: 2009-10-07 (Wed) 07:25:48 ADT Subject: Re: Solar Panels- Tracadie, NS

Hi-

I had written to you before. And appreciated your response I might add.

Dan Adds: 2009-026

I am looking at rotating the orientation of this new building with the gable ends now facing south. My question was based on installing solar panels on the south, vertical side. This is for only domestic water use.

Thanks- Alexander

From: Amanda Lavers <amanda.lavers@gmail.com> Date: 2009-10-27 (Tue) 09:27:31 ADT Subject: off grid questions

Hello!

I've just sent in my SolarNS membership. I've been on your mailing list for some time but not an official member. My partner, Jonathan, and I took Don Roscoe's course in Bridgewater several years ago and have built an offgrid strawbale house with a heritage timber frame near Keji. We always have lots of questions and sometimes we spin our wheels forgetting to ask people for advice. So I'm going to give this a whirl and see if whoever reads these emails happens to have any advice!

We installed a MagnaSine inverter and programmed it in "Search Mode" so that the inverter powers down when there are no loads. This saves a lot of energy since the inverter isn't running in the night or while we're away. But it does mean that we need to have DC circulator pumps for our solar hot water and heating (we haven't finished installing our heating system, are presently just using a woodstove) - just hoping to talk to someone who lives offgrid and may use this programmable "search" feature on the inverter and to source some DC circulator pumps. We've connected with Simon Melrose and a couple of the other off-griders over the years who are profiled on your solar home showcase but just wondered if there are other ways you can direct us to other off-griders? I must commend you on your website, it has been a very useful resource for us over the years as we've been building - so there are many tangible benefits to your website that you might not even know about!

We've also been struggling a bit with the design of our heating system because we're trying to pre-heat hot water both with solar and wood and to use hot water for both domestic and space heating. If you happen to know anyone with such a system, we'd really like to connect with them. We bought a two-tank system from EnComm but need more detailed drawings to finish plumbing it.

Thanks again for any advice you can send our way,

Amanda

From: "David B Hopper" <DBHOPPER@gov.ns.ca> Date: 2009-10-27 (Tue) 10:00:30 ADT Subject: Guysborough House Designer

Dan - I'm working on an application to NSE's Environmental Tech Program to prototype a zero energy, solar based house (based on the winning award for the International Solar Decathlon) to be located in Guysborough County. I am looking for a consulting engineer/ solar expert to bring into the project. I have been trying to get hold of Bob Johnson in Ontario (recommended by Conserve NS) but have not been able to reach him. Seems to me if we have expertise in NS we should be using them. Would you be interested? Could you give me a call about this asap at num below - the application must be completed in a few days.

Thanks,

David.

David - John Ross of SUN ROSS is near Port Hawksbury and he has an award winning solar home 625-1539/cell 227-0026. Nova Sun Power ,Robert MacKean is out of Pictou 1-877-783-6147. Both are experienced and have a good reputation.

From: SHANE SUTHERLAND <SHANES@farnell.ns.ca> Date: 2009-10-29 (Thu) 13:14:32 ADT Subject: Solar Hot Water

I am on your e-mail list and I am the new treasurer of the Lawrencetown Community Center.

We have had the NS Power/Clean NS - Cleaner, Greener, Brighter program to install CFL and LED bulbs. We have bought new Energy Star fridges and freezer. Quotes are being prepared for new doors.

Next project, if financially feasible - ask Solar NS about solar hot water/heat. LCC presently has a propane fired hot water tank. Since the Community Center is used on an irregular basis, Clean NS suggested that propane has a high standing heat loss and electric would be better.

Does Solar NS know of any grant programs, so that we could switch to Solar with electric back-up? We do have some money set aside, but certainly are looking for some grant money to help. Since the building is mostly empty on week days, my thought is for a system that can switch excess hot fluid to a radiator to add extra heat to the building.

If anyone lives in our area, I have read about solar hot air panels and the low cost and high heat output, perhaps they could look at the building and make a suggestion.

We are located on Highway 207 on the way to Lawrencetown Beach. Great location, close to the city with high visibility to promote solar projects. If this goes forward, we would be pleased to be added to your tour program and we offer very low rental rates for meetings or your solar courses. How's that for a sales pitch...

Shane Sutherland

WAYNE RESPONSE

Hello Shane,

I am on the Board of Directors of Solar Nova Scotia. We received your enquiry about solar water heating. I have done numerous assessments of buildings for solar heating potential, through my work with the Solar Gain Project (www.solargain.ca). I have seen your community centre many times on my way to Seaforth and Lawrencetown, though I have never been inside. I agree with you that if a solar energy collection system were installed there, it would have good visibility for public education purposes.

I would be glad to talk with you about the possibilities for solar water heating and space heating, technical aspects, costs, grants, etc. My contact information is in my signature.

At a first glance, I would point out that standing losses from propane could be reduced quite simply, because you could switch the equipment from a propane-heated water tank to a propane-fired on-demand tankless water heater, which would eliminate standing losses because the on-demand heater only comes on when needed. In the short term this might be your simplest solution to eliminate that loss.

In fact, I'm not sure why the Clean Nova Scotia assessors would suggest simply switching to an electric hot water tank, because an electric hot water tank has about as much standing loss as a propane hot water tank (unless you plan to turn off the switch on the electric one when the building is empty). In my understanding, the most effective way to reduce standing losses is to stop heating water when it's not needed (irrespective of what fuel is used), in other words, to use an on-demand, tankless water heater. These are now available in both electric and propane versions, and since you are already set up for propane, I don't see why you wouldn't just switch to an on-demand propane water heater, instead of electric. An example of a tankless propane-fired water heater is Paloma, at: http://www.palomatankless.com/products/74/tankless_74.html In Europe and North America, most often these are run on natural gas where it's available, but I know folks that have bought them for propane to use in Nova Scotia.

Having said that, I would love to help you consider solar energy as well :) (For example, as a pre-heater for your new on-demand propane water heater, and as a supplementary heater to keep the building above freezing when it's not in use - solar thermal can be applied to those loads pretty effectively.)

Feel free to contact me if you want to discuss this more.

Regards, Wayne Groszko, Ph.D. Renewable Energy Advisor email: wayne@communityenergynb.ca phone: 902 429 0787

From: John Churchill <john.churchill@acadiau.ca> Date: 2009-10-29 (Thu) 19:38:05 ADT Subject: Re: [solarns-all] Solar Nova Scotia Digest

What are the chances of talking to you directly about a lighting project connected with the Port Williams United Baptist church? Port Williams, Nova Scotia. John Churchill

WAYNE: I'll take this one on - I have emailed John Churchill to enquire about the nature of this project.

From: siobhan carroll <siobhan@carroll9035.freeserve.co.uk> Date: 2009-11-21 (Sat) 14:44:11 AST Reply-To: siobhan carroll <siobhan@carroll9035.freeserve.co.uk>

Hi there

My name is SIobhan Carroll and I have a house in Liverpool Nova Scotia that I intend to start renovating in the spring.It is an old house with no insulation and is powered/heated by oil furnace and electricity. I am obviously going to insulate it but I am also looking for an alternative source of powering my property. I have not much money though the house has no mortgage on it. I want a reliable means of heating the property and providing power for light and cooking and hot water etc... I saw a programme today about great advances in solar energy and Canada was promoted as one of the leaders in the field.

I am an english citizen living in the UK the reason I bought the property in Nova Scotia is because I have an extended family there and now a grandson. I am looking for a system that is reasonable to install and economical to run that has low impact on the planet. I see they have new roof tiles in America that look like blue tiles and are actually solar panels ... I need a new roof and intend to address that in the spring but if the cost is reasonable I would use that type of roofing if it were available ...

I really need a lot of advice ..can you help me. The property is a six bed house that has been converted into a 4 bed appartment and a two bed appartment. Would be extremly interested in any advice you can offer. If a solar system is not viable or too expensive have you any ideas. Obviously because of the harsh winters a good heating system is a must.

Thank you again Siobhan Carroll

From: siobhan carroll <siobhan@carroll9035.freeserve.co.uk> Date: 2009-11-21 (Sat) 14:44:11 AST Reply-To: siobhan carroll <siobhan@carroll9035.freeserve.co.uk>

Hi there

My name is SIobhan Carroll and I have a house in Liverpool Nova Scotia that I intend to start renovating in the spring.It is an old house with no insulation and is powered/heated by oil furnace and electricity. I am obviously going to insulate it but I am also looking for an alternative source of powering my property. I have not much money though the house has no mortgage on it. I want a reliable means of heating the property and providing power for light and cooking and hot water etc... I saw a programme today about great advances in solar energy and Canada was promoted as one of the leaders in the field. I am an english citizen living in the UK the reason I bought the property in Nova Scotia is because I have an extended family there and now a grandson. I am looking for a system that is reasonable to install and economical to run that has low impact on the planet. I see they have new roof tiles in America that look like blue tiles and are actually solar panels ... I need a new roof and intend to address that in the spring but if the cost is reasonable I would use that type of roofing if it were available ... I really need a lot of advice ..can you help me. The property is a six bed house that has been converted into a 4 bed appartment and a two bed appartment. Would be extremly interested in any advice you can offer. If a solar system is not viable or too expensive have you any ideas. Obviously because of the harsh winters a good heating system is a must. Thank you again Siobhan Carroll

From: macleas24@staff.ednet.ns.ca Date: 2009-12-07 (Mon) 11:49:35 AST Subject: Solar home Design

Good day, I'm looking to build a passive solar home. I have a very little experience I have found little information and house plans. where do I go to have someone look at the design? Thanks, Scott MAcLean.

From: "Morton, Glen" <Glen.Morton@dfo-mpo.gc.ca> Date: 2010-02-12 (Fri) 09:45:21 AST Subject: Wiring PV Panels

Good morning Daniel,

I have some questions about wiring up PV panels, or similar generating devices in parallel. I am building a generator using Peltier devices and thought they might be wired the same way. Can you recommend someone in the group who would be willing to speak to me on that topic?

Thanks,

Glen

Glen Morton, CET

Ocean Physics Section Bedford Institute of Oceanography PO Box 1006 Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada B2Y 4A2

Tel: 902-426-3638 Cell: 902-222-3892 Fax 902-426-5994 email: glen.morton@dfo-mpo.gc.ca

From: "Buerkle, Rose" <Buerkle.Rose@jdirving.com> Date: 2010-02-05 (Fri) 13:08:45 AST Subject: Questions about windows in a passive solar home in NB

Hi There,

My partner and I are building a passive solar home just outside of Saint John. We are in the process of sourcing windows, and were wondering whether you would recommend double or triple glazed? We'll have about 11% south glazing, and have adequate thermal mass to compensate. Is there much of a trade off between the south facing windows' R-value (or U value) and the windows' solar gain?

Thanks,

Rose Buerkle

V. Rose Buerkle, MScE Programmer Analyst J.D. Irving, Limited (506) 633-5209

From: <pjlewis@ns.sympatico.ca> Subject: back yard greenhouse Date: 2011-12-01 (Thu) 23:11:08 AST To: info@solarns.ca

Hi,

Wondering if you have any plans for building a back yard green house.

Sincerely, jackie lewis

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• book the venue and
• be primarily responsible for getting enough attendees.

The course fee for this will have to reflect:

• Travel, meals, accommodation & stipend costs for the instructor,
• Catering for attendees, if any, and
• Rental costs for the venue, if any.

... divided by the anticipated number of attendees, of course.

Often:

• Attendees are encouraged to brown-bag their lunch to minimize catering, and
• the course fee is only slightly more for a couple than for a single person, e.g. $120 for one person, $140 for a couple.

The venue needs:

• a space for a data projector and screen, and
• table space for the students, not just chairs, as the instructor frequently refers to a variety of materials

Once you have the particulars set, as well as your main local promotions, Solar Nova Scotia will promote your course in a variety of ways to help get as many attendees as possible.

From: John MacInnis <johndmacinnis@gmail.com> Subject: interested in reducing my power demands Date: 2019-07-03 (Wed) at 18:07:44 ADT

Hello Volunteer

I have a property that consumes a fair bit of power. I'm interested in consuming less power, as every normal person would. This is one of the first steps I have taken to reach out for advice.

The surface areas I have been considering for a solar panel application is a large barn roof. it has 2 south facing surface areas. approximately 24' x 80' each. a large area in my opinion. The barn was totally rebuilt with in the last few years with the exception of the south facing roof. This was for the purpose of eventually getting a professionally installed solar panel /solar powered system to be installed.

I don't profess to know much on the subject and I am on the beginning of my quest. It has been suggested that your organization would be a good starting point.

I will certainly appreciate any information you may like to share on this subject. on any related topic on a solar powered system in Nova Scotia.

John MacInnis

AnsweredQuestion - questioned answered and pointed in the direction of our research: http://www.solarns.ca/index.php/News-and-Events/Solar-Industry-Study

From: Paul Melanson <paulsandra2@gmail.com> Subject: NS total solar energy production.. Date: 2019-07-04 (Thu) at 06:37:22 ADT

Good day, I use 3kw of PV. I have a plug in hybrid. I'm excited to see the world adding solar to our energy needs. Can you tell me the total installed capacity of PV now in NS ? I'm curious how the rebate will put up the total.. NSP does not show any significant percentage for alternative energy on their pie charts.

Thanks,

Paul Hammondsplains, NS.

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From: Adam <a_lee_s@rocketmail.com> Subject: Solar panels info Date: 2019-07-06 (Sat) at 12:05:45 ADT

Hello I am interested in finding out more about solar power. I am interested in finding out about cost and procedures involved with installation, how the system works with metering and supplying to the grid, and if there are any rebates from the government for installation of green energy . Any info would be greatly appreciated Thank you Adam smith

answered - July 22, 2019

From: Thea MacLellan <teysmac@gmail.com> Subject: Solar system questions Date: 2019-07-09 (Tue) at 13:33:00 ADT

Hello, I recently had a solid system quote done by Appleseed Energy. I heard a representative of Solar NS on CBC out Sydney “. I would be interested in having some general questions answered. I was wondering if someone would be able to give me a call 902-565-9988? I am off work today and tomorrow making it easier to reach me. Thank You, Thea MacLellan

answered by email - July 22, 2019

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From: "lorraine.hollinger@bellaliant.net" <lorraine.hollinger@bellaliant.net> Subject: Photovoltaic & Net Metering Date: 2019-07-15 (Mon) at 15:22:12 ADT To: info@solarns.ca Reply-To: "lorraine.hollinger@bellaliant.net" <lorraine.hollinger@bellaliant.net>

Hello

We recently attended your seminar in Tantallon and shortly thereafter were solicited by Unconquered Sun. I just got off the phone with them and they are putting together a proposal which they plan on presenting to us tomorrow afternoon (Tuesday).

We currently have a solar array on the roof which provides hot water, both domestic and infloor. Unfortunately, we were very unhappy with the service we received from Encom as we had problems with the system and ended up forgetting about them after they replaced one leaky hot water tank and blew us off when the second one also leaked. We found a new water tank from a different supplier but the experience left a bad taste in our mouths. We got charged a lot of money for visits even though the tanks were still covered by warranty and we found the distance between us (Hebbs Cross) and them to be part of the problem.

Have you received any feedback about Unconquered Sun that you could share with us. We are also interested in getting the names of suppliers who are in or regularly come to our area as we do not want to have a similar experience if we decide to go ahead with a new installation.

Any info you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Kindest regards

Lorraine Hollinger

answered by email - July 22nd

From: Kerry Lynch <urban.renewable@gmail.com> Subject: Solar Date: 2019-07-17 (Wed) at 10:35:11 ADT

I was wondering if you know of any grants available for small commercial installations. We are building a 5000 sq ft commercial building and would like to install solar.

Thanks, Kerry

-- Kerry Lynch URBANRENEWABLE.COM 902-830-4745