All
energy on earth comes from the sun. We mainly use fossil fuels like
coal, oil, fuel and gas that cause air and water pollution. Solar
power can be harnessed for electricity or heat in numerous ways.
Solar power is a safe, effective, cost-efficient and environmentally
responsible way to provide energy wherever it is needed.
Homes,
cabin, businesses, farms, shops and anywhere electricity or heat
is required, solar systems can be installed and provide a good return
on the investment. There are local, state and federal incentives,
accelerated depreciation, tax breaks, green credit sales, electrical
production sales and other ways to save or earn money from solar.
The cost
ranges anywhere from $1000 - $40,000 for the average home. Most
of the up front cost is returned to the owner within the first five
years and then a positive cash flow begins quickly, compared to
other building investments. Larger solar facilities are available
for businesses, camps parks and other public places. They need to
be sized for the loads required and price quoted case by case.
Come
visit the conservation campus to see actual working units that have
been installed since 1996. Call for directions.
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