Solar Energy: Cut Your Energy Costs Now
Oil costs are on the rise again, and electricity prices will soon follow
. Over the last 20 years, the solar energy industry has made great advances in technology in producing solar energy.
As the cost of electricity climbing and the cost for solar power systems falling, now is the time to educate yourself about solar energy.
Is Solar Energy Truly Affordable?
Yes, due in large part to government rebates. The federal, state and local governments are now giving large rebates to home owners. Based on your location, you may be rebated 33% - 60% of the price of your solar energy system. With financing available through many solar power companies (as well as house equity loans) you can potentially reduce monthly electric bills by more than the system costs.
Will the Utilities Buy Surplus Electricity from Us?
Yes, the utilities will "buy" your excess electricity as it is produced. If your solar power system produces more electricity than your home is consuming at that moment, the extra electric flows back into the power grid, and your power meter will actually rotate backwards! If you are away from your home, and are not consuming the electric produced, the extra electricity can automatically flow back earning you money.
Are Professional Installers Available for Solar Energy Systems?
Absolutely. In fact, because you are interfacing with the electric system of your home, it is recommended that an experienced licensed electrician install the system for you. Most solar power installation companies have their own electricians to handle this.
What is Required to Get a Solar Energy System?
Generally, you should have a home with exposure to the south, southwest or southeast. You will want it as unobstructed as possible. Having your home in the southern United States has advantages, but home owners to the north also benefit greatly from solar energy. Before you buy, most reputable solar energy companies send an engineer to inspect your site, property and landscape to determine whether solar energy will work and what sort of savings you can see.
Is Solar Energy Really Good for the Environment?
Yes. While electricity is does not produce polution, the oil required to generate the electricity is not. By harnessing the energy of the sun, you are truly able to generate your own electricity with no negative impact on the environment. This reduces pollutants in the air, decreases our demand on foreign oil, and helps to lower the overall cost structure of power in this country.
Does the Government Really Support Solar Power?
Yes. There are federal, state and local programs designed to encourage house owners to switch to solar energy (as well as other green energies). Our government is aware that the fossil fuels will not last forever, and our dependency on them is bad for our nation as well as our ecology. By offering incentives for people to convert to solar power, the fed is making an investment in you, to help reduce the energy crisis. In the coming years, millions can switch to solar power, drastically reducing tax our dependency on foreign oil.
What Does a Typical Solar Power System Cost?
This depends on the amount of energy you want to produce. Clearly the larger the system, the more energy you can make. Solar Power Systems can range from $10,000-$30,000 or more depending upon your needs. If a system costs $20,000 and the government pays 65%, the cost to you is $7,000. Depending on how you choose to finance this, this may cost you approximately $50-$75 per month. Most will save more than this in their first month on their electric bill. The exact savings will be based upon the price of the system you choose, the tax incentives, and the amount you pay today for electricity.
For more information, we invite you to visit our website at http://WWW.SaveWithSolar.org
by: Chris Ulrich
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