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Solar energy is in the news almost daily. But have you ever wondered whether or not installing solar panel roof array on your residence would be a good option for your family? Here are a few of the most convincing reasons.
1. The Economic Conditions
The country economic climate is finally encouraging again for people who want to use solar power at home. There are now federal tax credits in place (or soon to be in place) that can reduce the price of installing a residential solar roof array by as much as 30%. And don’t forget to check into your state and city tax incentives, too. The list of cities and states that are offering tax rebates and other incentives to assist folks to convert to solar power is continuing to grow.
2. Your Bank Account
There is also the direct cost savings you will see in reducing your monthly power bill. Since you solar photovoltaic panels will be powering your appliances during the day, you will be seeing a savings in electricity usage. And if your local electric company participates in net metering, your electric bill could be decreased to zero. Net metering allows you to sell back any excess energy that your solar panel system generates to the electric company for a credit to your account. So if your solar electric system produces a leftover during the day, the power that you use from the grid at night could end up being at no cost.
3. The Environment
Solar power is also excellent for the environment. It is created on site where it is used. So there are no petroleum haulage costs or emissions, and no plant maintenance costs. It does not contribute to global pollution and warming. There is no greenhouse gases from burning oil or coal, and it does not create nuclear waste that will contaminate the planet for generations to come. And last but not least, it is a great method to safeguard yourself and your family against the future electricity price hikes that experts predict will happen.
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