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solar energy will reduce
greenhouse gases and
other toxic wastes.
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Off-Grid System Cost Guide
System Size
(in watts per hour)
Monthly Output Capability (based on 5 hours of direct / insolated sunshine per day)
Approximate Cost, BEFORE subtracting $2,000 Federal Tax Credit or state rebates or local financial incentives.
250-500 DC
39-78 kWh
$2,000-$3,000
500-750
78-120 kWh
$3,000-$7,000
750-1000
120-150 kWh
$7,000-$10,000
1000-2000
150-300 kWh
$10,000-$15,000
2000-3000
300-450 kWh
$15,000-$20,000
3000+
450+ kWh
$20,000+
These figures are based on complete solar power systems that Wholesale Solar sells. Prices are approximate as of August 1, 2007. Prices do not include freight, tax, or installation.
Comparing the True Cost of Utility Company Electricity with that of Solar Energy
Conventional fuel sources—oil, gas, coal, nuclear—have created a huge number of environmental problems. We pay with tax dollars, with higher prices for consumer goods, and with lower quality of life for acid rain, smog, water pollution, overflowing waste disposal dumps, the steady loss of natural resources, global warming and distruction of natural habitats.
Solar technology is allowing us to avoid many of these potential disasters. The silicon from one ton of sand has the potential to produce as much electricity as 500,000 tons of coal. One medium sized solar system will save the earth from 6,000 lbs. of carbon dioxide pollution.
