Another example of renewable energy 'over generation'

Discussion in 'Environmental Discussion' started by SageBrush, May 17, 2011.

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  1. 2k1Toaster

    2k1Toaster Brand New Prius Batteries

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    $40/mo or $40 flat?

    Seems like a lot of hassle for a tank of gas, but if you get that every month it might make more sense...
     
    #21 2k1Toaster, May 17, 2011
  2. tripp

    tripp Which it's a 'ybrid, ain't it?

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    they have those offers here in CO. There's no hassle, really. The device just lets the utility cycle the AC every so often so shave a little demand.
     
    #22 tripp, May 18, 2011
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    I think I get a credit of $8/month during the summer months. Ironically, I think I've always gotten it in the 5 yrs at my house, despite it not being hooked up anymore.

    Had it at my condo, and had all kinds of issues keeping the condo cool. It kept cycling the unit off, so the HVAC guy just bypassed it and left it hooked up.

    I would allow it if I kept my house cooler than the 77 I usually set it at, but any higher temp and it's a little unbearable and I wouldn't want to come home to a house at 80 degrees.
     
    #23 wick1ert, May 18, 2011
  4. SageBrush

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    Wick1ert,
    Is your locale humid ? Our house maxes out at about 85F because we do not use AC, but we have fans and live in a low humidity climate so I find it tolerable though not comfortable.

    -- It is a rare person more of a heat wimp than me.
     
    #24 SageBrush, May 18, 2011
  5. tripp

    tripp Which it's a 'ybrid, ain't it?

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    We don't even have an AC. Evap cooler is the way to go, IMO, in CO. WAAAAY cheaper than AC in ever respect. Totally useless in Delaware, however.
     
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  6. icarus

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    Evap coolers only work in dry climes,, only make things worse in humid climates.

    Icarus
     
    #26 icarus, May 18, 2011
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    Just $40 bucks off on electricity bill- one time only credit. Just gives electric utility chance to throttle back voltage in a heavy demand e.g. 100F day scenario.
     
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