 Generate Electricity from the Sun!
Solar energy systems provide a non-polluting, environmentally friendly source of electricity that operates silently, has no toxic emissions nor greenhouse gases, and creates no hazardous waste. The electricity generated comes from photovoltaic (PV) cells, which converts sunlight directly into electricity, using the sun's free energy, so the ongoing costs are minimal.
Photovoltaic production has been doubling every two years, making it the world’s fastest-growing energy technology. At the end of 2007, according to preliminary data, cumulative global production was 12,400 megawatts. Roughly 90% of this generating capacity consists of grid-tied electrical systems. The sub-tropical region that we live in offers us the opportunity to utilize an endless source of energy everyday with photovoltaic systems.
To significantly reduce the cost of solar, the state and federal governments offer incentives. The state of Florida offers rebates under the Solar Energy System Incentives Program. The state rebate is $4 per watt up to $20,000; commercial is $4 per watt up to $100,000. The Federal tax credit is 30% for residential and commercial.
Photovoltaic Electricity (PV) can reverse your electric meters to pay back system owners as long as the sun shines. Basically, a PV system works by converting sunlight into energy for use by the power facility. When the system makes more power than used, it gets sent out to the grid and spins the meter backwards. After dark, the grid supplies power to the facility, home, school or business. The customer significantly reduces electric bills during the year.
Types of Solar Power Energy Systems Available
Grid Interactive with Battery Back Up - Your solar system functions the same way as a basic grid tie system, delivering power to your home during daylight hours. But the battery storage provides protection from grid power failure. In the event of such a failure, your inverter switches to battery power to supply your home’s needs.
Grid Tie - A solar array produces power during daylight hours, which an inverter synchronizes with that supplied by the utility. Your home uses solar energy first, then draws from your utility. At night, the utility supplies 100% of your power.
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Cells - The Energy Source of the Future Today
Solar panels have no moving parts. You just mount them out in the sun, hook up the wires, and collect power, without adding fuel or replacing worn-out parts. Many of the very first photovoltaic panels are still producing power today. This is a zero-maintenance, zero-fuel-cost electric generator! For more information, call 727-430-3043 and talk to a Solar Energy Management consultant today!
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