What are the Operating Benefits of Solar Power?
Solar electricity is “free”, energy-saving, and environmentally friendly.
Reduces your electric bills: A solar PV power system reduces your dependence on the local power utility for electricity. The amount of money you will save will depend on how much electricity you use and the size and efficiency of the solar system. A solar PV system will also enable you to avoid significant electricity rate increases scheduled by many major power utility companies to go into effect soon.
Requires no maintenance: After the initial installation expense, the system has no ongoing costs. Because there are no mechanical or moving parts the system does not require maintenance.
Produces electricity in daylight, not just sunlight: Today’s photovoltaic panels are made up of highly efficient cells that generate electricity even on cloudy days.
Can be integrated with an existing or brand new property: Whether you are designing and constructing a new building or want to retrofit a solar power system to an existing building, this type of renewable energy source can be easily incorporated with minimal disruption to your everyday routine.
Solar photovoltaic panels are proven technology: Solar photovoltaic panels have been utilized as an alternative energy source for a long time.
The only aspect of solar power systems that has not been attractive is the financial payback...that is until now!