how can i tell if solar energy will be a good fit for my home or business? steven e collier director...
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How Can I Tell If Solar Energy Will Be A Good Fit
For My Home or Business?
Steven E CollierDirector Smart Grid Strategies
Milsoft Utility Solutions
HOW?
• How Much Energy?– Other de-rate factors• Ambient temperature• Battery efficiency• Surplus not accepted by utility
HOW?
• How Much Cost Savings?– How much will each displaced
KW / KWh reduce my power bill?• Now• Future
– How many KW / KWh can solar displace?
HOW?
• Factors affecting cost savings?– Does my utility charge to
connect my solar source?– Does my utility allow the meter
to run backward?– Does my utility purchase net
surplus output?
HOW?
• How Much Cost Savings?– Federal, State, Local Incentives• Grants• Tax Credits• Utility Obligations