A Consumer's Guide:

Source: U.S. Department of Energy |
Solar Power Benefits
→ Lock in the cost of electricity - avoid the rising costs of electric power from utility companies
→ Obtain tax credits and rebates - tax credits and rebates on solar power systems are available to home owners and businesses in most areas
→ Sell power back to the utility - in many states, you can sell your excess power back into the grid
→ Generate clean power - power from the sun produces no pollution or emissions
→ Gain power independence - rely completely on your own generating capacity, and not on a utility company
→ Ensure reliable power - enjoy uninterrupted power to your home during power outages
→ Low maintenance - solar panels have no moving parts and are very low maintenance
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