Get Smart. Go Solar.
Why Go Solar?
Better for the Environment
Solar energy is renewable, clean, and emission free, so it plays an important role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating climate change. Solar energy also improves air quality, reduces water use from energy production, and reduces our reliance on fossil fuels.
Save Money
With the current 30% tax credit for new solar systems, it's never been easier to start saving money on your energy bill. For example, if a customer pays $16,000 for their system that saves them $2,000 on their energy bill per year, the system will be paid off in 8 years. After that 8th year, 17 years of $2,000 savings creates a $34,000 return on the intial investment!
Increased Home Value
According to Zillow, a home with solar panels’ value is increased by 4.1% on average compared to similar homes with no solar panels. As energy shortages continue to be on the rise, this value is only expected to increase.
The Power is Yours
With solar energy and battery backups available, you have the potential to be energy self-sufficient. If you produce extra power, you can even sell that power back to the utility company. The power is yours.
How Does Solar Work?
Solar energy may seem complex, but the process is actually relatively simple. It can be simplified into 5 simple steps:
1. Solar Panel Captures Solar Radiation
Solar panels are made of photovoltaic cells that convert solar radiation into direct current electricity (DC electricity). Since it is capturing the solar radiation, that means that the panels will be producing power even if it is cloudy or rainy.
2. Inverter Converts the Power
The DC electricity travels to an inverter where it is converted into alternating current electricity (AC electricity) so that it can be used in the home.
3. Power is Routed to and from Electrical Panel
The AC electricity is routed into the home's electric service panel where it can be re-routed to power your homes appliances and devices.
4. Power Sent Through Meter
The power passes through a meter so that energy production and consumption can be monitored and power discrepencies can be fixed.
5. Power Discrepencies
If your system is producing extra power, that power can be re-routed back into the grid (you can potentially earn credit from your utility company) or to a battery where it can be stored for later use. If your system is underproducing, you will need to draw power from the grid or a generator.
