Cheat Sheet: solar power KTNV Las Vegas

07.05.10

Provided by Earth911.com

There are many factors to consider when considering the installation of a solar energy system for your home including initial investment cost, the viability of a home solar system and the many federal, state and municipal financial incentives available to help offset the initial cost.

But don't be overwhelmed. We've thrown together a simple cheat sheet for everything you need to know about solar power.

Types of solar power systems

PV or photovoltaic systems are the most common type of residential solar electric system. These systems are made up of modules, which are often referred to as solar panels. Residents can install one module or an array of modules depending on budget and space.  

Solar water heaters preheat your water using the warmth from the sun. This process can significantly lower the electricity needed to warm your water.

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residential solar power cost - News

SF solar power rebate use quadruples in 2008 San Francisco Chronicle - Jul 08, 2009 The San Francisco AppealSF solar power rebate use quadruples in 2008San Francisco ChronicleThe average cost of installing solar panels on a home in the city is roughly $20000, and state rebates and federal tax credit are also available to cover San Francisco Housing Authority Goes SolarMayor Newsom Announces First Solar Installations at SF Public all 15 news articles »

The Shining: Solar Power, Grid Parity, and the Cost of Power Wall Street Journal Blogs - Jul 07, 2009 The Shining: Solar Power, Grid Parity, and the Cost of PowerWall Street Journal BlogsMore efficient, old-fashioned polysilicon solar panels work great for residential rooftops. Large-scale utilities love the cheaper cost of thin-film solar. Threat to Solar Market: Government Budget Woesall 9 news articles »

A Solar Solution? Forbes - Jul 07, 2009 Earthtimes (press release)A Solar Solution?ForbesLyndon Rive: We started selling residential solar systems in 2006 but realized the biggest barrier for customers was the upfront cost. SolarCity Introduces Affordable Solar Financing Option for Small earthtalk: Are solar neighborhoods possible?all 7 news articles »

California solar-power subsidy program approaches its limit Los Angeles Times - Jul 06, 2009 PR Web (press release)California solar-power subsidy program approaches its limitLos Angeles TimesSolar power users get a state subsidy of about 20% of the purchase and installation cost and a federal income tax credit of 30%. Solar: Should Utility Customers Subsidize Solar Homes?SEPA Continues Coverage of Compelling Solar Issues with Release of SEPA Announces Webinar Scheduleall 10 news articles »

Solar Companies Merge Technologies in Bid for Utility-Scale Production New York Times - Jul 06, 2009 Cape Fear Business NewsSolar Companies Merge Technologies in Bid for Utility-Scale ProductionNew York TimesConcentrating photovoltaic (CPV) solar power -- which marries traditional solar photovoltaic technology to large-scale concentrated solar power plants Progress Energy programs connect business customers to solar energyViable use of solar powerAscent Solar Exceeds 10% Module Efficiency Milestoneall 57 news articles »