side241
American looking for information about Puerto Rico
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Lives in Condado, San Juan
Registration: 03 June 2013
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Studying in Puerto Rico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Would you recommend studying abroad in Puerto Rico? Every year, 4 million young people from all over the world choose to study abroad for one semester or a full academic year. Would you encourage them to come and study in ...
IF you are an engineering student, there is almost no better place in the US than UPR in Mayaguez all in spanish with english text books. American university has good programs, and is in English. Other than that you might consider staying in US Read More
Expand your social circle in Puerto Rico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Puerto Rico means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one ...
The PR people are super friendly. Most expats tend to stay around other expats, but I really recommend against that. When we moved here we knew nobody, and within 10 days we were SCUBA diving with a former cabinet member of the govt. PR has the ... Read More
Best cities to live in Puerto Rico by Julien
Hi, ItÂ’s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Puerto Rico. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
I love Condado. In 2 blocks, I can walk to a great grocery store, 100 doctors of every specialty, MRI and CT machine, laboratories, 25 restaurants and most of them very good, and I live in a high rise with smokin ocean and city views, and I'm ... Read More
Why are solar panels rare in PR, despite high electric rates, much sun by csmi
Plenty of sun should make PR an ideal climate for solar panels relative to the states. In addition, higher electric rates than the states should incentivize more people to use solar panels. So, why are solar panels so rare in PR?
Actually, this article linked on this string has little to do with the solar market in PR - at least for ordinary people or businesses. It is true that many projects were approved by the utility company that then were 'dis-approved', but ... Read More
Why are solar panels rare in PR, despite high electric rates, much sun by csmi
Plenty of sun should make PR an ideal climate for solar panels relative to the states. In addition, higher electric rates than the states should incentivize more people to use solar panels. So, why are solar panels so rare in PR?
Hello, I am sorry for the late reply, I don't check the blog often. You asked how to get started with Solar Panels in PR, and [Moderated] Contact me at my office xxx but over the holidays even better to email me at xxx I will send my wife ... Read More
How can I get into Hot Water? by Sitka
Hi We need to install a hot water heater in our place for shower, sinks, DW, etc.. What is recommended by folks in the know?? I know electric rates are sky high and most likely going up. Propane is an option, (is natural gas available anywhere ...
Hey I didn't recommend the solar electric system, and I am the solar guy! (I own and founded Planet Solar, one of the oldest and largest solar companies in the US). I would not use one of those electric shower heads, though I have many ... Read More
Get together in Luquillo Oct 27 by ReyP
I have been organising a get together for members of the Forum at the Brass Cactus at 5 pm on Oct 27. We currently have about 8 people showing up. Since I do not know who else would like to join us, or is close enough to attend, I am making this an ...
For the pool, make sure you install a variable speed pool pump, it will save 90% of the electricity of a regular pool pump. Basically, takes $100mo off the bill. *** and good luck in moving to our enchanted island! Ben Read More
Get together in Luquillo Oct 27 by ReyP
I have been organising a get together for members of the Forum at the Brass Cactus at 5 pm on Oct 27. We currently have about 8 people showing up. Since I do not know who else would like to join us, or is close enough to attend, I am making this an ...
Hello, Looks like a superb location! With it's breezy location, you probably won't run the AC much and thus will have a low electric bill. Your roof will fit about 600 sq ft of solar, which will be more than enough if you have normal ... Read More
Get together in Luquillo Oct 27 by ReyP
I have been organising a get together for members of the Forum at the Brass Cactus at 5 pm on Oct 27. We currently have about 8 people showing up. Since I do not know who else would like to join us, or is close enough to attend, I am making this an ...
That is enourmously generous of you to offer! However, my family and I will be off island over Thanksgiving. Enjoy your holiday! Ben Read More
Why are solar panels rare in PR, despite high electric rates, much sun by csmi
Plenty of sun should make PR an ideal climate for solar panels relative to the states. In addition, higher electric rates than the states should incentivize more people to use solar panels. So, why are solar panels so rare in PR?
Why are solar panels rare in PR, despite high electric rates, much sun by csmi
Plenty of sun should make PR an ideal climate for solar panels relative to the states. In addition, higher electric rates than the states should incentivize more people to use solar panels. So, why are solar panels so rare in PR?
Hello, I am an expat, lived in PR since 2013. I'm also CEO of Planet Solar, one of the oldest and largest solar installation companies in the US. Founded in CA and still with 4 offices there, one in Miami, and now headquartered here near San ... Read More
New : Subscribe to the Puerto Rico ads! by Julien
Hi, We are pleased to inform you that a new feature is available on expat-blog.com. You can now subscribe to the Puerto Rico: classifieds, job ads, housing ads. DonÂ’t miss any ads posted online anymore! How does it work? On each section, ...
Hello, please send info on posting ads for Planet Solar. ** Thx! Ben Read More
How can I get into Hot Water? by Sitka
Hi We need to install a hot water heater in our place for shower, sinks, DW, etc.. What is recommended by folks in the know?? I know electric rates are sky high and most likely going up. Propane is an option, (is natural gas available anywhere ...
Hello, this is Ben. I recommend instead of using a water heater tank, to use an instant (tankless) hot water heater. They are about 20% more energy efficient, mount on the wall, and the size of two shoe boxes. Super easy to install, and frees up ... Read More
Get together in Luquillo Oct 27 by ReyP
I have been organising a get together for members of the Forum at the Brass Cactus at 5 pm on Oct 27. We currently have about 8 people showing up. Since I do not know who else would like to join us, or is close enough to attend, I am making this an ...
Sorry to have missed it, just saw this post 5 days too late. Please include us via email on the next one, xxx. Since there are so many expats in Condado, how about a gathering on Loisa street the week after Thanksgivibg? Read More
Car and Boat Registration by Sand and Snow
Can anyone outline the car and/or boat registration process? I found the Department of Transportation website, but my Spanish still isn't excellent. Any tricks or tips that might make the process quicker/easier would be great! Thanks!