Above is the latest figures for global oil supply from OPEC. It looks like the pattern of flat supply has continued, so nothing very exciting. I will try to post the usual monthly graphs later.
Snowden claims the NSA engaged in 61,000 hacking operations globally, including hundreds in Hong Kong. I think this lends support to my conjecture that Snowden himself was a government cyber-offensive specialist.
But Stuart, this 18kW total system (as detailed in the link) in VT will produce about 1750 kWh per month average or ~21000kWh per year.
You should install solar hot water, which is 55% efficient compared to 15% for PV. A lot more bang for the bux with mush more simple technology. Two 4X10 collectors and a 120 gallon tank would serve your DHW needs, if you're a typical US two person household. 100% summer / 50% winter, 70% annual.
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Group net metering is a great construct.
But Stuart, this 18kW total system (as detailed in the link) in VT will produce about 1750 kWh per month average or ~21000kWh per year.
You should install solar hot water, which is 55% efficient compared to 15% for PV. A lot more bang for the bux with mush more simple technology. Two 4X10 collectors and a 120 gallon tank would serve your DHW needs, if you're a typical US two person household. 100% summer / 50% winter, 70% annual.
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