Reply #5: I'm something of an expert on solar, if I do say so myself...

[NYC_SKP]

Just got responses from five major contractors to a Request For Proposals for a total of 750kW over two parking lots (as PV shaded parking structures), for example.

Also went on a tour of the Solyndra plant this month with another two gentlemen. Awesome technology, awesome plant.

In California's Central Valley, it's a no-brainer in so many cases but we need to reauthorize the CSI incentives (the PG&E share for non-residential PV ran out on December 24, 2010).

There's still an investment tax credit available, at least for commercial.

Generating enough to sell is a tough row to hoe, but putting in enough to offset your bill does eventually recover the cost of installation, after which the deferred cost is like money in the bank.

What's more, the investment increases your home's value.

Whomever was disappointed might have worked with lousy vendors or they just don't understand the benefits or the technology.

Solar rocks, solar works, and for a great many homes and businesses in California it can generate more than your annual demand...

AND take a hell of a lot of stress off the infrastructure!

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