Design Options
Design Options
No two applications are alike.
We believe in creating a Solar System suited to your exact needs, by providing a free design consultation prior to giving you a project bid. We will meet with you to discuss the opportunities and challenges you’re facing and come to an Energy Solution that will give you many years of satisfaction.
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Single Axis Tracking System
The single-axis tracking system means the panels follow the sun as it moves overhead. This allows more efficiency and offsets a higher level of kWh. Single-Axis tracking systems work great in barren pivot corners where shading is a non-issue.
The Total Panel Area this model requires is approximately 6,267 square feet – or about 1/8 acres.
Roof-Mounted System
A Solar PV array, mounted to bracing on the roof of a commercial or agricultural building, is a great alternative when space is an issue or when dealing with a newly constructed building. Roof-mounted systems may be a more cost-effective approach for your situation, and there is the added benefit of writing off structural upgrades needed to install the system.
What IS Net Metering?
Net metering allows customers to offset their energy use by generating power on their property and connecting it to a utility’s grid.
When customers generate more than they consume, the electric meter “spins” backwards, providing a kilowatt-hour (kWh) credit for energy produced to offset energy consumed.
Systems connected to the grid are referred to as “interconnected.”
How Does Net Metering Work?
Net metering customers install renewable sources of generation at their homes or businesses. Energy generated is consumed at the premise first and any excess flows from the meter to your local Utility Company’s lines. Production is credited against consumption, and the customer is billed at the end of the month based on “net” overall usage (kWh consumed minus kWh produced).
How Does Net Metering Work?
Net metering customers install renewable sources of generation at their homes or businesses. Energy generated is consumed at the premise first and any excess flows from the meter to your local Utility Company’s lines. Production is credited against consumption, and the customer is billed at the end of the month based on “net” overall usage (kWh consumed minus kWh produced).
Who is Eligible for Net Metering Service?
Residential (Schedule 1) and small general (Schedule 7) customers may connect up to 25 kilowatts (kW) of generation. All other rate classes may connect up to 100 kW of generation. Residential Time Of Day customers (Schedule 5) may not participate in net metering.
Who is Eligible for Net Metering Service?
Residential (Schedule 1) and small general (Schedule 7) customers may connect up to 25 kilowatts (kW) of generation. All other rate classes may connect up to 100 kW of generation. Residential Time Of Day customers (Schedule 5) may not participate in net metering.
What Will I Pay for the Power I Use?
Depending on the size of pump, cellar, or commercial building we are off-setting, the cost of future kWh may be zero. Utilizing net metering rules allows us to attempt to offset as much power cost as possible, within guidelines, and achieve a retail value for the power you produce.
What Will I Pay for the Power I Use?
Depending on the size of pump, cellar, or commercial building we are off-setting, the cost of future kWh may be zero. Utilizing net metering rules allows us to attempt to offset as much power cost as possible, within guidelines, and achieve a retail value for the power you produce.
What If I Generate More Electricity Than I Consume?
Beginning with a customer’s billing cycle, customers who generate more electricity than they consume over the course of a month will receive a kWh credit carried forward to offset consumption in future months. Excess energy credits carry forward indefinitely until they are entirely used to offset consumption or a customer discontinues service at the applicable home or business, whichever comes first.
What If I Generate More Electricity Than I Consume?
Beginning with a customer’s billing cycle, customers who generate more electricity than they consume over the course of a month will receive a kWh credit carried forward to offset consumption in future months. Excess energy credits carry forward indefinitely until they are entirely used to offset consumption or a customer discontinues service at the applicable home or business, whichever comes first.
Can I Transfer Excess Generation Between Accounts?
In some cases, it may be possible to transfer excess generation, if you have excess energy credits at your net metering service agreement. You may be able to transfer those credits to another eligible service agreement. Some of the criteria to qualify for credit transfers include:
- Excess energy credits must be available.
- Service agreements must be held by the customer and be for the customer’s use.
- Service agreements must be on the same contiguous property and be served by the same primary feeder as the net metering service agreements.
- Credits may only be transferred between Schedules 1 (Residential) and 7 (Small General), or between Schedules 9 (Large General), 19 (Large Power), and 24 (Irrigation).
Transfers are only allowed one time per year, and must be requested from your utility company by January 31. They will be transferred by March 31.
Can I Transfer Excess Generation Between Accounts?
In some cases, it may be possible to transfer excess generation, if you have excess energy credits at your net metering service agreement. You may be able to transfer those credits to another eligible service agreement. Some of the criteria to qualify for credit transfers include:
- Excess energy credits must be available.
- Service agreements must be held by the customer and be for the customer’s use.
- Service agreements must be on the same contiguous property and be served by the same primary feeder as the net metering service agreements.
- Credits may only be transferred between Schedules 1 (Residential) and 7 (Small General), or between Schedules 9 (Large General), 19 (Large Power), and 24 (Irrigation).
Transfers are only allowed one time per year, and must be requested from your utility company by January 31. They will be transferred by March 31.
We would love to meet with you to answer questions, or discuss different options with you.
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[DISCLAIMER]: Comments on this Website are not intended to be absolute. Please consult with an accountant or tax official regarding specific savings and credits available to you.