There are three main types of solar cells, which are distinguished by the type of crystal used in them. They are monocrystalline, polycrystalline, and amorphous. To produce a monocrystalline silicon cell, absolutely pure semiconducting material is necessary. Monocrystalline rods are extracted from melted silicon and then sawed into thin plates. This production process guarantees a relatively high level of efficiency. …Read the Rest
The History of Solar Cells
The Starflower Straw Bale Project is all about sustainable living. One of the areas of sustainability is that of solar …Read the Rest
Getting the Ball Rolling
Last week, we met with a builder who will be quoting on our foundation work; this will also include the …Read the Rest
Common Concerns in Using Straw Bales in Construction
Fire Safety Contrary to what one might think, straw bale structures have proven to be exceptionally resistant to fire. As …Read the Rest
Forever Under Construction
I would like you to cast your mind back to when you were 5 years old. Think of Christmas – …Read the Rest
A Little Fun with Straw
How to say “straw” in different languages Afrikaans = strooi, Swahili = majani, German = stroh, Spanish = paja, Dutch …Read the Rest
The Pros and Cons of Straw Bale Wall Construction in Green Building
Following are some pros and cons of building a straw bale house. Like any building material, it is always best …Read the Rest
School Goes Natural
As it turns out, we have subsequently discovered someone else who is as passionate about natural building. Yvette is the …Read the Rest
Strawbales Arrive
At long last, we were able to finally organise delivery and receipt of our bales. We were fortunate enough to …Read the Rest
Project Starflower at the “Off the Grid” Expo
The Starflower Straw Bale Project exhibited at the “Off the Grid” show at the Bryanston Organic Market on the 3rd December …Read the Rest
WSJ Quantity Surveyors – Getting Ready to Build…
After much seeming site inactivity the first soil was moved on site in the last week of November. The basic …Read the Rest
