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Eco Experience at the 2007 Minnesota State Fair - August 23-Eco Experience at the 2008 Minnesota State Fair - August 21-September 1, 2008

Attend a Renewable Energy Class!

Rent the Solar Power Trailer

2008 Minnesota Solar Tour - Saturday, October 4, 2008

2009 Living Green Expo - May 2-3, 2009

2009 Solar Boat Regatta - Saturday, May 16, 2009

2007 Minnesota Solar Tour

Huelskamp-Hutchinson Residence

28609 Walnut Run Way

Red Wing, MN 55066

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The owners have been involved in renewable energy and sustainable practices for many years, and their organic farm and home are a showcase of several integrated techniques and technologies. The entire facility runs on about 95% renewable energy, including the new photovoltaic system. The design criteria included efficient use of water and energy and being off the electric grid, as well as minimizing combustion of fuels.

System Components

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10 kW E-85 fueled gas engine generator

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1.3 kW solar electric tracking array

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1 kW wind generator

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4 kW inverter and battery system

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5-panel solar thermal space heating and domestic hot water system

Additional Sustainable Features

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Wood boiler that is capable of burning wood pellets and chunk wood

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Grey water and peat filter septic systems

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