Windsine is recognized as the Long Island Power Authority's (LIPA) first ever Outstanding Wind Program Ally. The certificate of recognition was awarded for Windsine's perseverance and participation in the LIPA Small Wind Energy Program on Long Island. Thank you!

As expected, LIPA has announced they will adjust the rebate incentive for homes and businesses for their Solar Pioneer Program in the new year. Beginning January 1st, 2010, LIPA will reduce the solar PV rebate amount to $2.75 per watt. So as to take advantage of the $3.50 per watt they now offer, in addition to the State and uncapped Federal tax credits, it may be wise not to hesitate in your decision to install a solar photovoltaic system. Those who apply now for a LIPA rebate will secure the current rebate incentive AND have the option to install the system anytime within 6 months from the date of approval. Delaying could cost you $7,500 in LIPA rebates on an installed 10KW system. To receive the current incentive, applications must be submitted before December 31st, 2009. Happy Savings!

I built a solar PV powered camera power supply, and this is basically what we do with it. The camera used was a Canon A650is running CHDK firmware for the Ultra Intervalometer. It is powered by the sun, and can basically be used indefinitely, allowing me to shoot many thousands of images in a single session. For this particular video, the images were shot in 15 sec. intervals and then the stills were animated. It is a little jumpy, but I have been practicing with this setup for a little while, and have gotten a little better with the programming. I have been shooting a lot of projects with this setup, so expect to see some more videos soon :-)

Credit to Blu Mar Ten for the audio track, "Starting Over" (amazing track).

More image stills of this setup - look in the gallery: http://windsine.org