Coney Island(Brooklyn), the infamous Stillwell Subway substation

What Photovoltaics Can Do for You     Perhaps you need reliable power and still be connected to an electrical grid or in a location that is not connected to an electrical grid. In this case, photovoltaics may be the best and most cost-effective solution. A photovoltaic (PV) system used during the summer can take advantage of substantial daily amounts of solar energy. In the winter ,contrary to what many people think, PV systems convert sunlight into electricity more efficiently at lower temperatures. However, the winter months provide half the hours of sunlight as in summer. Some areas experience high winds in the winter, which can make a wind generator a logical addition to the system. Fuel fired generators are then used only for backup.

Among other things, you can use PV energy to:

• supply power for lights, radios, televisions, pumps and other appliances in residences and cabins.
• power electric fences, water pumps and other devices in agricultural operations.
• run water-pumping and circulation systems in game fishing and aquiculture facilities.
• provide reliable electric power for wilderness lodges and hunting and fishing camps.
• recharge or maintain charge of batteries for recreational applications such as recreational vehicles and sailboats.
• power portable devices such as laptop computers.
• power exterior lighting.
• provide reliable power for many commercial applications.
• LOWER YOUR MONTHLY UTILITY BILLS!!
• Get Your Family Prepared: Emergency Preparedness.