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Consumer questions for both before and after buying a Photovoltaic system for the home.
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Choosing a Solar Installer |
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As solar technology becomes increasingly common in California, there are more installers to choose from. Likewise, installers are improving customer service and offering more options to stay competitive. This checklist applies to all kinds of contracting decisions but focuses particularly on solar electric and solar hot water projects. |
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How To Start Your Solar PV Project |
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To start your PV project you'll want to know a few key points about your energy use, installation location, cost, and the buying process. The least expensive energy you have is the power you don't use, so Energy Efficiency First! is key. |
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Benefits of Solar Electricity |
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There are significant benefits from PV, both for residential and commercial applications: Utility cost savings, increased reliability, environmental benefits, and state and federal financial incentives.
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Best Practices from "Solar Friendly" Cities |
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Many cities in the Bay Area are taking specific measures to be 'solar friendly.' This article describes some of the programs and practices that are making the Bay Area the most PV-saturated region in the USA. [more] |
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