Renewable Electricity for remote homes or Micro-Grids can be supplied using a number of energy sources including solar pv, hydroelectric turbines, wind turbines, biomass/bio-fuel, and fossil fuels . It is always best to increase efficiency in your home before applying a renewable energy solution. This could be anything from simply changing your light bulbs to integrating passive and active systems to your home design which can greatly reduce your energy needs. It is essential to have the proper design before you purchase a system. There is no other company in Costa Rica that has the experience, knowledge, creativity and products that Poderco Renewable Energy has. We understand the challenges of living off the grid and we have developed the solutions to make it possible - and affordable. The basic steps to begin this process are as follows:
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Site Survey - either on site by one of our technicians or remotely using our online Renewable Energy Request form here. This form provides us with the data and customer information we need to complete the estimate for your home. |
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Calculate energy use per day / per month / per year, with our energy calculator We take all of the equipment that you would like to have powered in your off grid home or business and add it up to see how much energy is required. |
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Reduce energy needs / consumption through design changes or equipment upgrades We use the information gathered in Step 2 to see where we can use our extensive experience in energy efficiency to reduce the energy demand. Our goal is to sell the smallest system necessary to meet your needs. |
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Calculate the best system design, based on a thorough cost / benefit analysis and optimization All of the information from steps 1-3 are analyzed to prepare a quote with 2-3 options, which will include renewable energy product brochures, and a financial analysis of the solar solution. |
Poderco installs and trains staff to operate the systems and we offer remote monitoring of micro grid systems and remote home home systems.
Please review our off grid solar products and contact us to design a solution for you.