2007-01-17 07:20:41 · 3 answers · asked by Cory M 1 in Environment
Currently, the average cost is about
$4/watt--about half what it was a few years ago. :)
so if you want a system with 1 kilowatt capacit, thats about $4000. That is a fair piece of change for most people--but it pays for itself in a few years. In addition, financing is easy to get--it is a home improvement that saves you money and improves the value of your home--banks just LOVE that!
There are a couple of othr factors to consider. first, the myth that solar isn't worthwhile except in areas like the Southwest are just that--myths. In other areas of the country they are not quite as cost-effective, due to more cloudy weather--but are still a worthwhile investment.
And--in some areas of the country (Calif, I know for sure) you can "sell" unused power back to the power company. In practice that means a credit on your bill for what power your system sends back when you aren't using it--which means you get th emaximum cost benefit, even if you're gone on vacation!
2007-01-17 09:40:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My 150 watt panels cost about $500 each.
2007-01-17 07:26:41 · answer #2 · answered by Ed 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Guide To Solar Power : http://Solar.eudko.com/?qDt
2017-04-04 03:12:52 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋