Designing a Microhydro System
Micro Hydro March 23, 2020
The energy in falling water can be a reliable and economical source of electricity for homes and businesses.
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Microhydro Myths & Misconceptions
Micro Hydro March 23, 2020
Making electricity from falling water can seem like magic, and that’s led to lots of misconceptions. Here, we’ll separate fact from fiction when it comes to what microhydro systems can and cannot do.
Intro to Hydropower: Measuring Head & Flow
Micro Hydro March 23, 2020
This article focuses on measuring a stream’s head and flow. Before you can begin designing your hydro system or estimating how much electricity it will produce.
Watter Buddy Testing
Micro Hydro March 23, 2020
The video below features the in-house testing of the new Watter Buddy engine.
Grid-Tie Micro Hydro Videos
Micro Hydro March 23, 2020
Two 4 nozzle X-Stream Engines were installed at the site. The piping is two 6 inch PVC pipes, running 40 feet into a lake, 50
Living Off-Grid
Micro Hydro March 23, 2020
As a few of ES&D’s customers have learned, living off-grid can allow you to follow your passion. A couple of kayakers are able to live closer than anybody else to the Skookumchuck Narrows thanks to micro hydro energy.
Stream Engine Installation
Micro Hydro March 23, 2020
A great video from an off-grid ES&D customer. This site in West Virginia runs about 380 watts and is coupled with a solar panel.
Managing Battery Charging Using Diversion Loads
Micro Hydro March 23, 2020
PV charge regulations can be relatively simple: When the batteries are full, the controller disconnects the PV array.
Connecting to the Grid: A Letter from Paul
Micro Hydro March 23, 2020
Many people contact us concerning the possibility of using a power source that is either connected to the commercial power grid or feeding power to a house that is. While this may be possible, it is not likely to make economic sense.
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