There are a couple of trends that will affect solar photovoltaic installations:
- Newer electrical rate structures encourage conservation (tiered rates)
- ‘Energy Security’ is a powerful motivator
- Photovoltaic rebates require house efficiency check-ups
We think solar energy gathering is great. The idea of getting electricity essentially for free energy has certainly captivated our imaginations. Even though the cost of photovoltaic panels is dropping very quickly, the investment is still considerable. Our crystal ball tells us that electrical energy is very, very versatile and will be in demand as electrical cars come on stream and coal fired electrical power plants start to show their ugly side. (coal burning)
As the demand for clean electrical energy increases, its value will certainly not go down. In fact, if the validity of predicting cheap energy such as the famous line is any guide “too cheap to meter”,then we should get prepared for high prices.
By combining whole house fans solar contractors and homeowners can:
- Decrease the initial investment in PV panels
- AND/ OR
- Increase the Return on Investment for the entire system