Next Generation Energy® has developed a "net-zero" energy usage line of structures we call the Sungalow™ series. These structures integrate renewable energy systems with sustainable building practices that include using recycled and locally generated building materials.
This combination adds up to a structure that is energy efficient and capable of producing all needed energy and hot water on-site. These factors reduce the carbon footprint of the structure when it is being built–and for the life of the home. If you are interested in having Next Generation Energy® design a Sungalow™ for you, just go to our contact page to get started. You can also click the above logo to view awards and features of our Sungalow home in Louisville, CO.

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We carry a full line of our own innovative solar thermal systems and equipment including tube collectors, flat plate collectors, controllers, mounting systems, and hot air panels. We also carry several lines of PV equipment from the top manufacturers—because different jobs need different equipment. We also carry wind turbines from Skystream, and Brac greywater systems.

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  • Solar Thermal
  • Photovoltaics
  • Wind
  • Water
  • Mounting
Solar Thermal systems are the simplest and most versatile form of solar energy system. People have been using the sun to heat water for 1,000's of years. The modern concept is still fairly simple, with a little help from technology. Collectors use the suns energy to heat water or air for use in a variety of applications including domestic hot water, radiant heating, forced air heating, and pool and spa heating, An example of using hot air instead of water is our NGE-126-TA hot air panels. They use heated air and a PV fan module to heat and circulate air into a room or space. You can even use thermal solar system to create electricity by using mirrored parabolic troughs to super heat water to create steam that turns turbines to generate electricity. That is known as CSP or concentrated solar power and is used in large scale power generation. For smaller applications, there are two types of systems; drainback systems, and pressurized systems. Both systems are great values and will provide hot water and heat to your home for decades to come. Click the text links for a more in-depth description of these two systems. Our thermal systems feature our innovative NGE line of evacuated tube collectors, control systems, and pump stations.

Photovoltaic (PV) energy is the energy created when sunlight is applied to silicon crystals. More specifically, inside the panel photons from the rays of the sun are captured and collide with electrons in the silicon, sending them into a higher state of energy, thus creating electricity. Since the majority of PV arrays are used in a grid tie setting (connected to your local power supply), an inverter is needed to convert the DC power to AC to match the energy being supplied by the power company and to run the appliances in your home. If you are only using the system to charge batteries, then an inverter is not needed. Most systems utilize an inverter even with a battery back-up. The panel which you see is comprised of silicon solar cells packaged into modules and electrically connected to one another in a panel. The panels are then connected in rows that are called arrays. An array can vary from 5 to 100's of interconnected panels.

Technology for these systems has come a long way. From new poly-crystalline modules to panels that are used as roofing shingles, we're keeping up with the newest technology every step along the way. Next Generation Energy® carries PV equipment from the top manufacturers in the industry, featuring collectors from Schüco and pairing them with right combination of inverters, deep cycle batteries, and other equipment to maximize the power generation of your system.

Wind energy is perhaps the form of solar energy that has been utilized the longest. From wind mills that pumped water for the pioneers and beyond, to huge wind farms that create electricity for thousands of people, wind power is being utilized more and more. Wind turbines work the same way other electrical generators do. The wind turns the blades which spins the turbine located in the head. The turbine contains a magnet contained in a wire coil that creates a direct electric current or DC power. Then, the inverter that is also located in the head of the unit converts it to alternating current or AC power that can be used in your home. The latest development in the wind industry is the small-scale wind turbine energy system from Skystream. With a standard 33ft. tower and 12ft. rotor diameter, this turbine can easily fit into many urban and rural environments. The built in inverter creates AC energy that can be directly used by all of your home or business' electrical systems. A downwind rotor design eliminates the "whooshing" sound associated with turbines. The turbine makes no more noise that an air conditioning unit. The unit also takes very little wind to function. With an 8mph breeze, you are making electricity. We also carry a full line of even smaller mobile, but still powerful, turbines for use with RV's and boats.
Around the world, and in many parts of the U.S., water is a very valuable resource that is becoming more and more scarce every day. Being based in Colorado, Next Generation Energy® understands this issue and features a product that can help with water conservation in your home or business. It is called a Brac greywater system, and it can save you approximately 30% on your water usage by simply recycling your shower water into your toilets. There are other uses for greywater, such as landscaping, that can save you even more water.

Greywater is any water that has been previously used in your home. You can recycle water from every place in your home such as dishwashers, sinks, and laundry, but shower water has the least amount of debris to be filtered, and is also a large source of water usage. The water is directed from the shower drain into filtration tank, and then into the lower holding tank for use in your toilets when you flush. A Brac system is not an easy retro fit because you have to tie into your sewer line. However, for new construction or a major remodel, it is an easy addition to your water system that go a long way towards saving you money and helping the environment.
Mounting and racking systems have always been clumsy and awkward...until now. Next Generation Energy® features our exclusive NEX tube mounting system. Engineered to be the strongest design possible, this racking system utilizes a patented octagonal design that is strong, affordable, easy to use, universally adaptable, and minimizes the amount of material required. It also needs just half of the roof penetrations. It supports all available solar panel products and can be used with standard unistrut cross members or our NEX tube coupler system on roofs or ground mount arrays. The patented octagonal design offers multi-directional strength that traditional racking systems don't. It contains the benefits of round AND square tubing with none of the disadvantages. The pre-punched tubes make installation flexible and easy. The versatile attachment clip system is a snap. The system can also be used with standard standoff or L-foot attachments.

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