Название: Solar Consumer Guidebook: Understanding the Process of the Solar Decision
Автор: Mackie Beall
Издательство: Gatekeeper Press
Год: 2023
Язык: английский
Формат: pdf, epub (true)
Размер: 10.2 MB

Written by a solar expert who has been in the sustainability business since 2009, The Solar Consumer Guidebook provides insight into the process of incorporating solar energy into your “investment” portfolio for the next twenty-five years or longer.

By walking through the process of sales pitch meetings, proposals, and finally the implementation of solar panels at your house or place of business, this book gives a comprehensive guide for you to follow, one that ensures you get the best possible rate-of-return on your investment, while guarding against slick sales techniques meant to take advantage of you.

This book is perfect for both homeowners and business people interested in solar, whether you are a newcomer to the sustainable movement or a seasoned veteran!

Contents:
1. Introduction: Advice from an Experienced Energy Consultant
2. The Process
3. Understanding Photovoltaics (PV)
4. Does Solar Increase Property Value?
5. Don’t Be Pressured
6. Beware: Don’t Be Sold
7. Financial Mindset/Decisions
8. Funding the Project
9. Selecting the Installer
10. Retirees
11. Evaluating the Proposal
12. Elements of the Sales Contract
13. Net Metering
14. Solar Array Design
15. Microinverters vs String Inverters
16. Solar Electricity Production
17. Panel Sizes
18. Solar Industry Terminology
19. Battery Storage
20. Warranties