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Grid Connected PV as an Investment

Chris Hall has put together a fine financial analysis of the PV system we installed at his house in July 2002.

The whole issue of "What it's worth" is a compelling question. Most people justify grid connected PV on the basis of altruistic values and concern for the environment. Chris has tackled the more difficult issue of the investment value of PV. It is based on his personal and professional investment experience.

"Grid Connected PV as an Investment" by Chris Hall

In an earlier attempt to find conventional justification for installing a grid-tied PV system Randy Udall came to some other conclusions before "putting his money where his mouth was" too. Randy did not have the same financial incentives in Colorado in 1998 that Chris had in New York State in 2002, but both articles will give you some good answers to the inevitable questions you will be asked. ....

"What's the Payback?" .... "What's it worth?"

"Grid Connected PV - What's it Worth?" by Randy Udall

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Frequently Asked Questions

1.1 Why don't more people use Photovoltaics now?

1.2 Can I run my whole house with solar electricity?

1.3 Can I heat my hot water with PV?

1.4 I live in the cloudy Northeastern US. Aren't PV systems mostly for sunny climates?

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