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Solar for Homes,

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   ks
Monday, March 21, 2011 11:45 AM 
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Has any one installed a Solar system for their homes?
CS replied on Monday, March 21, 2011 02:37 PM 

I guess this is still economically not feasible for domestic use....As capital cost/Equipment cost and Maintenance cost is too high.
I heard, some people in Karachi have installed already for domestic use.
Furthermore , Eden is launching a new scheme and introducing Solar Cells for domestic use. But i am not sure whether they will install each plant (cell) on each house or will install MEGA Unit for distribution.

P.S. : Eden's reliability and commitment is still a question Mark :)
MKS replied on Monday, March 21, 2011 03:57 PM 

I'm electrical engineer.
What do you want to know about solar.
It is good idea but without proper design it is not very efficient.
it is good to consider it while planning for new home.
ks replied on Monday, March 21, 2011 04:51 PM 

Dear MKS, I am building a home in Islamabad area. Given out current electric shortage in Pakistan and a personal desire to contribute towards a 'greener' environment, I am thinking of setting up a major Solar solution for my home. When I say major, I am talking about 1+ KW of electric generation for home use. Do you recommend any company in Pakistan and any tips? I am at the initial stage of talking to one company and am looking for more to bid on the project. I do understand it is expensive and I may be an early adapter, however I do take risks and believe in leading vs getting in the line where ever one see a 'maj-ma'

Thank in advance for any guidance
abc123 replied on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 03:07 AM 

Full fledge indpendent stand-alone installation is very expenive. The Capital cost will recover at least after ten years of use. However, its usage as back-up supply is highly recommended by experts.
Kamran replied on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 03:28 AM 

Mr abc is very right. There are dry or liquid battries used to store solar energy and you are very well aware about the life of these battries.
SK replied on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 09:16 AM 

Dear KS,
This is not the matter of Risk, though the matter of Vision , feasibility and affordability.
If you can afford and want to install at any cost , then do it. But if you are thinking to get financial benefits in long run then dont jump blindly, think twice, review your decision and feasibility again
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Aamir replied on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 03:39 AM 

First consider the equation of cost vs benefit of solar system. I don't think so its feasible, at least presently. Solar system will be economical in near future as the cost per watt is reducing due to improved silicon battries and production of more effecient PV cells at a cost decreasing gradually.
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MKS replied on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 07:45 PM 

Dear KS,
IMO it will be cheaper to go for solar home.
please contact Mr. Jarrar Siddique @ he will further contact me.
As i said i'm an design engineer and i have some planning for my own future house. i.e. i have the solution.
I hope you are building a new house and to let you know design will start from house plan.
ks replied on Thursday, March 24, 2011 03:01 PM 

I did talked to Mr Jarra and am now waiting a response from you all. Thanks
MKS replied on Friday, March 25, 2011 08:04 AM 

KS, i'll call him and let him know about you. I hope he still have your contact.
trust me you are going in very correct direction.
Problem is i'm not a business man and just an expatriate living and working abroad.

All the best.
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