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Consider AC Modules for Solar Power on Your Home
Module suppliers have developed modules that convert DC power to AC power at the module. This white paper explores the advantages that an AC solar power module offers to homeowners and solar integrators. With an AC configuration, solar power modules...Type: White Paper
Sponsor: Helios Solar Works
How to Select High-Quality Solar Modules
Once you've made the decision to add solar power to your home, it's time to consider choosing the best solar modules available in the market. Like many other high-tech devices, subtle differences in design, components and manufacturing can mean the difference between success and failure when it comes to solar modules.Type: White Paper
Sponsor: Helios Solar Works
The Benefits of Residential Solar Power
Incorporating residential solar power may be cheaper and easier than you think.Type: White Paper
Sponsor: ProudGreenHome.com
Introduction to Residential Solar Power
Homeowners can save utility costs and reduce their environmental impact by using the power of the sun.Type: White Paper
Learning About Photovoltaic Systems
Home photovoltaic systems convert light energy directly into electricity and offer consumers the ability to generate electricity in a clean, quiet, and reliable way.Type: Fact Sheet
Estimating PV System Size and Cost
Photovoltaic energy generating systems (PV systems) convert the sun's energy directly into electricity and can be off-grid or grid-connected. Both types of systems require specific components such as PV modules, inverter, and battery storage, and the final cost of the system depends on the sizing of the modules.Type: Fact Sheet
Federal Solar Tax Credits: Residential FAQs
A 30% federal income tax credit is available to homeowners who install qualified residential solar energy systems before 12/31/2016.Type: Fact Sheet
Colorado Homeowner Preferences on Energy and Environmental Policy
Colorado homeowners follow national trends in preferring renewable energy over conventional energy sources. An extensive survey showed residents would most frequently select photovoltaic, wind and passive solar energy.Type: Special Report
Solar Electricity for Your Home
This brochure describes the benefits of using solar electricity in your home.Type: Brochure
Moving Toward Zero Energy Homes in California: "Green" House Effect Makes Sense in the Golden State
The New American Home, an annual project that is focused on the future of homebuilding, features the latest marketable technologies. This particular home was created and monitored in California.Type: Brochure
Northern Texas Builds Its First Zero Energy Home. Building America
This fact sheet describes the first Zero Energy Home built in northern Texas. It describes the energy efficiency features and their advantages.Type: Fact Sheet
17 Things You Can Do To Green A New Building
The single most important thing you can do to build green is to size the building appropriately. A small building uses less materials and energy.Type: Brochure