While we’re all keeping an eye on the economy, I thought I’d review again a few of the main factors that go into the pricing of a solar energy system. How do things look for 2009? Whether solar makes financial sense for you will depend largely on the following:
(1) Cost of system and installation: OK, [...]
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Is solar a good investment? A review
Posted by Adam in Monday, October 27th 2008 under: Cost and Financing, Payback Tags: cost, electricity, financing, solar
Florida beefs-up rates for net metering
Posted by Adam in Monday, September 8th 2008 under: Cost and Financing, Energy Policy Tags: cost, financing, Solar Policy
It’s evident Florida lawmakers and regulators are taking steps to ensure that the Sunshine State lives up to its nickname. As reported by the Miami Herald, the Public Service Commission (PSC) will increase the rate paid to owners of renewable-energy systems. At issue is net metering, the process by which excess electricity from such systems—called [...]
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