Frequently Asked Questions and Links
How does a solar electric power system work?
Solar photovoltaic (PV) cells convert sunlight into electric current. This current is direct current (DC).
The electrical devices and appliances in your home operate on alternating current (AC), so the solar electricity is run through a device called an inverter which converts the DC current to AC current. The AC current is fed into the main circuit breaker panel and distributed as needed.
How will I know how much power my system is producing?
Your solar system includes web based monitoring, so you will always be able to see how much electricity is being produced.
What type of maintenance will be required?
The major system components have no moving parts and your PV panels should continue to produce their designed power output for 25 years or more.
Where is the best location on my property for installing a PV system?
Solar power systems can be installed on your roof, on the ground, or on a carport. The system may be mounted flat, or if at an angle, as close as possible to a south facing orientation is best to maximize power production.
What is net metering?
Solar PV net metering is the process by which a utility records the amount of electricity produced by the renewable energy system (in kWh) and deducts this value from the amount consumed by the building and only bills the utility customer the "net" difference that remains after deductions.
What incentives are available to assist with the cost of a solar PV system?
A Federal Renewable Energy tax credit of 30% is available along with a variety of financing options.
Sunco Energy Solutions can provide a complimentary quote, specific to your property.
Links to Incentive Programs, Financing and Solar Education
http://renewfinancial.com
http://www.dsireusa.org/
http://www.fsec.ucf.edu/en/
http://www.energy.gov/
Solar photovoltaic (PV) cells convert sunlight into electric current. This current is direct current (DC).
The electrical devices and appliances in your home operate on alternating current (AC), so the solar electricity is run through a device called an inverter which converts the DC current to AC current. The AC current is fed into the main circuit breaker panel and distributed as needed.
How will I know how much power my system is producing?
Your solar system includes web based monitoring, so you will always be able to see how much electricity is being produced.
What type of maintenance will be required?
The major system components have no moving parts and your PV panels should continue to produce their designed power output for 25 years or more.
Where is the best location on my property for installing a PV system?
Solar power systems can be installed on your roof, on the ground, or on a carport. The system may be mounted flat, or if at an angle, as close as possible to a south facing orientation is best to maximize power production.
What is net metering?
Solar PV net metering is the process by which a utility records the amount of electricity produced by the renewable energy system (in kWh) and deducts this value from the amount consumed by the building and only bills the utility customer the "net" difference that remains after deductions.
What incentives are available to assist with the cost of a solar PV system?
A Federal Renewable Energy tax credit of 30% is available along with a variety of financing options.
Sunco Energy Solutions can provide a complimentary quote, specific to your property.
Links to Incentive Programs, Financing and Solar Education
http://renewfinancial.com
http://www.dsireusa.org/
http://www.fsec.ucf.edu/en/
http://www.energy.gov/
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