The reason people in the SUNSHINE state can't lease

[Maraya1969]

solar panels is there is a law against it. Rick Scot get tons of money from the electric companies and obviously don't not give a rat's ass about the environment. There are only 3 other states with these types of laws.

I just sent him an email. I hope people figure out how to get this man to act like an adult with morals.

I would gladly put leased solar panels on my house. The amount you pay to lease is far covered by your savings on electricity.

[SheilaT]

1. I live in a state with lots of solar potential,

New Mexico. I'm honestly surprised our state legislature hasn't passed laws giving our solar rights to outside entities, somewhat the way mineral rights are almost never owned by the actual land owners.

This is a problem of western states. You might own the land your house is on, but you probably don't own the mineral rights below the land. Someone else does. And if they discover gold, or oil, or something else worth exploiting, they can move in, and too bad for you.

I'm reallyy surprised that our state legislatures haven't passed laws about the solar rights above our house. I mean, honestly, if I can think of this, why haven't they?

[Maraya1969]

2. Kicking this and hoping it gets seen by many more.

It is a travesty that we need to stop.

Maybe we can figure out a letter writing campaign - and not one that is all formal and nice, which I think does not help as much as "tell it like it is" letters, (Grayson style).

I want to tell that monster in the government's office that this will be one of the subjects brought up before and during his next election campaign. And what Floridian doesn't want to pay less for their electricity? For many it would mean more food on their table.

And the majority of Floridians don't even know this.


Something like: Gov. Scott won't let you pay less for your electric because he works for the electric company. Fight for solar.

[Maraya1969]

3. Some information from a group in Oregon.

Leasing option

LiveLight explained how a Clackamas County homeowner in PGE territory can purchase a $16,744, 3.29-kilowatt system for a net cost of $2,903 after Energy Trust of Oregon cash incentives and state and federal tax credits. Payback takes five to seven years.

But that's if someone buys. Jarrett in Oregon City said leasing or a "power purchase agreement" was the best route for her. She's giving Sunlight Solar $6,000 upfront, but state tax credits pay her back in four years. The power she purchased is worth $300 per year at current electricity rates. If rates continue to rise as expected over the next decade, she'll see significant savings.

Jarrett takes comfort knowing if the leased system malfunctions, she doesn't have to fix it. SunRun, in partnership with Sunlight Solar, will cover any associated costs.

http://tinyurl.com/89or8jj

[d_legendary1]

4. Usually people who are bought and paid for don't care about people

Its just like the war on the internet where private ISPs lobby states to pass laws that prohibit the formation of Government ISPs. I don't mind writing a letter to Governor Skeletor but he'll probably wipe his ass with it. If and when I get a house I plan on investing in some Solar. Fuck FPL!