Solar power is contagious. These maps show how it spreads.

[Political Junky]

For you troglodytes, check it out.

One reason for rooftop solar’s rapid growth? It’s contagious.

Rooftop solar is expanding rapidly in the United States — by some estimates, a new system goes up every four minutes. There are plenty of reasons for that, from falling prices to generous federal subsidies to innovative leasing schemes.

 

[ScienceRocks]

Great news. Go solar go!

 

[The Great Goose]

Its awsome.

 

[BuckToothMoron]

For you troglodytes, check it out.

One reason for rooftop solar’s rapid growth? It’s contagious.

Rooftop solar is expanding rapidly in the United States — by some estimates, a new system goes up every four minutes. There are plenty of reasons for that, from falling prices to generous federal subsidies to innovative leasing schemes.

Solar was also all the rage in the late 1970's when violent oil prices spurned more interest. This lead to government subsidies which in turn lead to more solar projects. Hundreds of millions of dollars was spent promoting and building out solar. This is very similar to what is happening today.

You don't see many of those 1970's panels today. The reality was they were too expensive, even with subsidies, to be sustainable; eventually economics won out.

The same is true with the current boom. Without subsidies, few people would invest in solar, especially now that oil is so cheap, and natural,has is even cheaper. In 15 years these panels will be given away on Craig's List. The economics are not there yet.

 

[flacaltenn]

For you troglodytes, check it out.

One reason for rooftop solar’s rapid growth? It’s contagious.

Rooftop solar is expanding rapidly in the United States — by some estimates, a new system goes up every four minutes. There are plenty of reasons for that, from falling prices to generous federal subsidies to innovative leasing schemes.

Nice Ad.. People can decide to go into the energy biz if they want to. But it's NOT gonna make a dent in the displacing reliable 24/7/365 generation for the grid. Rooftop solar is good for 6 hours or less per day. It is NOT an "alternative" to anything. It's a supplement. And without MASSIVE subsidies -- there would be no "contagion" or push ads like this one. Because the economics to the homeowner would NEVER make sense.

 

[Political Junky]

For you troglodytes, check it out.

One reason for rooftop solar’s rapid growth? It’s contagious.

Rooftop solar is expanding rapidly in the United States — by some estimates, a new system goes up every four minutes. There are plenty of reasons for that, from falling prices to generous federal subsidies to innovative leasing schemes.

Solar was also all the rage in the late 1970's when violent oil prices spurned more interest. This lead to government subsidies which in turn lead to more solar projects. Hundreds of millions of dollars was spent promoting and building out solar. This is very similar to what is happening today.

You don't see many of those 1970's panels today. The reality was they were too expensive, even with subsidies, to be sustainable; eventually economics won out.

The same is true with the current boom. Without subsidies, few people would invest in solar, especially now that oil is so cheap, and natural,has is even cheaper. In 15 years these panels will be given away on Craig's List. The economics are not there yet.

Oh my, is your car or refrigerator from the '70s as good as those made today? Cons just worship the past.

 

[Old Rocks]

As the grid scale batteries follow the downward curve in price that PV solar has, solar and wind will become 24/7 sources of generation. And, as the home batteries, already for sale from Tesla, become larger and more affordable, more and more homeowners will become independent of the large energy corporations. And our 'Conservatives' will just be crying their eyes out over how unfair it all is.

 

[Muhammed]

Solar power makes my body produce vitamin D.

Solar power is also our main source of energy. (assuming that you are also a human being).

 

[elektra]

For you troglodytes, check it out.

One reason for rooftop solar’s rapid growth? It’s contagious.

Rooftop solar is expanding rapidly in the United States — by some estimates, a new system goes up every four minutes. There are plenty of reasons for that, from falling prices to generous federal subsidies to innovative leasing schemes.

Solar was also all the rage in the late 1970's when violent oil prices spurned more interest. This lead to government subsidies which in turn lead to more solar projects. Hundreds of millions of dollars was spent promoting and building out solar. This is very similar to what is happening today.

You don't see many of those 1970's panels today. The reality was they were too expensive, even with subsidies, to be sustainable; eventually economics won out.

The same is true with the current boom. Without subsidies, few people would invest in solar, especially now that oil is so cheap, and natural,has is even cheaper. In 15 years these panels will be given away on Craig's List. The economics are not there yet.

Oh my, is your car or refrigerator from the '70s as good as those made today? Cons just worship the past.

Morons promote failed energy schemes of the past, Jimmy Carter was an advocate of solar, yeah, you worship the past while claiming it is the conservatives.

 

[BuckToothMoron]

For you troglodytes, check it out.

One reason for rooftop solar’s rapid growth? It’s contagious.

Rooftop solar is expanding rapidly in the United States — by some estimates, a new system goes up every four minutes. There are plenty of reasons for that, from falling prices to generous federal subsidies to innovative leasing schemes.

Solar was also all the rage in the late 1970's when violent oil prices spurned more interest. This lead to government subsidies which in turn lead to more solar projects. Hundreds of millions of dollars was spent promoting and building out solar. This is very similar to what is happening today.

You don't see many of those 1970's panels today. The reality was they were too expensive, even with subsidies, to be sustainable; eventually economics won out.

The same is true with the current boom. Without subsidies, few people would invest in solar, especially now that oil is so cheap, and natural,has is even cheaper. In 15 years these panels will be given away on Craig's List. The economics are not there yet.

Oh my, is your car or refrigerator from the '70s as good as those made today? Cons just worship the past.

You are right, the panels today are better, generally around 17-20% efficient. But how many people would be buying these panels, or worse yet renting them, if there were no subsidy?

Speaking of leasing these panels, a lot of people are having real issues when they go to sell there home with leased solar panels.

There will likely be a time when solar makes economic sense, but natural gas will have to get very expensive and or the efficiency of the units will have to improve.

Who made the panels on your house?

Why leased solar panels may not be an asset when a house is up for sale

 

[Political Junky]

For you troglodytes, check it out.

One reason for rooftop solar’s rapid growth? It’s contagious.

Rooftop solar is expanding rapidly in the United States — by some estimates, a new system goes up every four minutes. There are plenty of reasons for that, from falling prices to generous federal subsidies to innovative leasing schemes.

Nice Ad.. People can decide to go into the energy biz if they want to. But it's NOT gonna make a dent in the displacing reliable 24/7/365 generation for the grid. Rooftop solar is good for 6 hours or less per day. It is NOT an "alternative" to anything. It's a supplement. And without MASSIVE subsidies -- there would be no "contagion" or push ads like this one. Because the economics to the homeowner would NEVER make sense.

You overlooked the subsidies that go to other sources.

 

[flacaltenn]

For you troglodytes, check it out.

One reason for rooftop solar’s rapid growth? It’s contagious.

Rooftop solar is expanding rapidly in the United States — by some estimates, a new system goes up every four minutes. There are plenty of reasons for that, from falling prices to generous federal subsidies to innovative leasing schemes.

Nice Ad.. People can decide to go into the energy biz if they want to. But it's NOT gonna make a dent in the displacing reliable 24/7/365 generation for the grid. Rooftop solar is good for 6 hours or less per day. It is NOT an "alternative" to anything. It's a supplement. And without MASSIVE subsidies -- there would be no "contagion" or push ads like this one. Because the economics to the homeowner would NEVER make sense.

You overlooked the subsidies that go to other sources.

Absolutely.. True cash subsidies for stuff that is a standard commercial commodity should never exist..
Most corporate subsidies are for EXISTING standard products and commodities.
Really want to go there? Most people do.. Except elected Demos and Repubs.

 

[Old Rocks]

For you troglodytes, check it out.

One reason for rooftop solar’s rapid growth? It’s contagious.

Rooftop solar is expanding rapidly in the United States — by some estimates, a new system goes up every four minutes. There are plenty of reasons for that, from falling prices to generous federal subsidies to innovative leasing schemes.

Solar was also all the rage in the late 1970's when violent oil prices spurned more interest. This lead to government subsidies which in turn lead to more solar projects. Hundreds of millions of dollars was spent promoting and building out solar. This is very similar to what is happening today.

You don't see many of those 1970's panels today. The reality was they were too expensive, even with subsidies, to be sustainable; eventually economics won out.

The same is true with the current boom. Without subsidies, few people would invest in solar, especially now that oil is so cheap, and natural,has is even cheaper. In 15 years these panels will be given away on Craig's List. The economics are not there yet.

Oh my, is your car or refrigerator from the '70s as good as those made today? Cons just worship the past.

You are right, the panels today are better, generally around 17-20% efficient. But how many people would be buying these panels, or worse yet renting them, if there were no subsidy?

Speaking of leasing these panels, a lot of people are having real issues when they go to sell there home with leased solar panels.

There will likely be a time when solar makes economic sense, but natural gas will have to get very expensive and or the efficiency of the units will have to improve.

Who made the panels on your house?

Why leased solar panels may not be an asset when a house is up for sale

Yes, the leased panels are not an asset according to this study. However, the outright owned panels are.

Is a Solar Lease an Asset or Liability When Selling Your Home?
Is a Solar Lease an Asset or Liability When Selling Your Home?
July 21, 2014

Is it better to buy or lease a solar electric system for your home? I think the solar industry has room for both models, just like the car industry does. Still, the debate rages on, fueled by new information about the pros and cons of leasing, and of purchasing, which are just coming to light in this nascent industry.

The positive impact of a purchased solar energy system on your home’s value has been documented in one study from the Colorado Energy Office and The Appraisal Institute, and another from the U.S. Dept. of Energy’s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. The Colorado study says solar not only increases your home’s value, it decreases its re-sale time. (These links take you to summaries of the studies; links to the actual reports are provided within the summaries.)

But what about the impact of a leased solar energy system when you go to sell your home? Recent news articles by NPR and Bloomberg Business News offer some concerning cautions.

According to the articles, unfamiliarity with the solar lease concept, and nervousness about assuming a long-term lease, are scaring potential buyers away from houses with solar leases, despite the lower electric bills that come with the lease. This uncertainty is extending re-sale timeframes and even lowering home prices in some cases.

This may change as people become more familiar with solar leasing, but for now, if you’re selling your home and have a lease, be prepared for some extra work.

- See more at: Is a Solar Lease an Asset or Liability When Selling Your Home?

 

[elektra]

Quoting a website that is a made and managed by the solar industry is pure propaganda and of the utmost stupidity.

"Solar industry says, trust us we would not lie for billions in profit and free momey".

 

[elektra]

Funny how they call the solar industries complete financial financing, free land, billion dollar grants, multi million dollar cash gifts from government a subsidy and a simple tax deduction Coal or Natural gas may get the same exact thing.

 

[BuckToothMoron]

For you troglodytes, check it out.

One reason for rooftop solar’s rapid growth? It’s contagious.

Rooftop solar is expanding rapidly in the United States — by some estimates, a new system goes up every four minutes. There are plenty of reasons for that, from falling prices to generous federal subsidies to innovative leasing schemes.

Nice Ad.. People can decide to go into the energy biz if they want to. But it's NOT gonna make a dent in the displacing reliable 24/7/365 generation for the grid. Rooftop solar is good for 6 hours or less per day. It is NOT an "alternative" to anything. It's a supplement. And without MASSIVE subsidies -- there would be no "contagion" or push ads like this one. Because the economics to the homeowner would NEVER make sense.

You overlooked the subsidies that go to other sources.

What other sources do subsidies go to? Please include links and resources.

 

[Political Junky]

For you troglodytes, check it out.

One reason for rooftop solar’s rapid growth? It’s contagious.

Rooftop solar is expanding rapidly in the United States — by some estimates, a new system goes up every four minutes. There are plenty of reasons for that, from falling prices to generous federal subsidies to innovative leasing schemes.

Nice Ad.. People can decide to go into the energy biz if they want to. But it's NOT gonna make a dent in the displacing reliable 24/7/365 generation for the grid. Rooftop solar is good for 6 hours or less per day. It is NOT an "alternative" to anything. It's a supplement. And without MASSIVE subsidies -- there would be no "contagion" or push ads like this one. Because the economics to the homeowner would NEVER make sense.

You overlooked the subsidies that go to other sources.

What other sources do subsidies go to? Please include links and resources.

Energy subsidies - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Fossil fuel subsidies reached $90 billion in the OECD and over $500 billion globally in 2011.[3] Global renewable energy subsidies reached $88 billion in 2011.[4]
<more>

 

[flacaltenn]

For you troglodytes, check it out.

One reason for rooftop solar’s rapid growth? It’s contagious.

Rooftop solar is expanding rapidly in the United States — by some estimates, a new system goes up every four minutes. There are plenty of reasons for that, from falling prices to generous federal subsidies to innovative leasing schemes.

Nice Ad.. People can decide to go into the energy biz if they want to. But it's NOT gonna make a dent in the displacing reliable 24/7/365 generation for the grid. Rooftop solar is good for 6 hours or less per day. It is NOT an "alternative" to anything. It's a supplement. And without MASSIVE subsidies -- there would be no "contagion" or push ads like this one. Because the economics to the homeowner would NEVER make sense.

You overlooked the subsidies that go to other sources.

What other sources do subsidies go to? Please include links and resources.

Energy subsidies - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Fossil fuel subsidies reached $90 billion in the OECD and over $500 billion globally in 2011.[3] Global renewable energy subsidies reached $88 billion in 2011.[4]
<more>

Nope.. None of that flys. I have been thru that list before. And it includes crap assertions such as all ROAD subsidies, all low income energy subsidies, STANDARD deductions for R&D that ALL companies are entitled to, yada yada yada.. Also includes a lot of YOUR favorites like Ethanol and alt fuel subsidies.

 

[flacaltenn]

Like for instance.. From your Wiki Link..

The three largest fossil fuel subsidies were:

1. Foreign tax credit ($15.3 billion)
2. Credit for production of non-conventional fuels ($14.1 billion)
3. Oil and Gas exploration and development expensing ($7.1 billion)

The Foreign tax credit is something EVERY corporate entity is entitled. to.. In fact the oil/gas companies already are MORE restricted than other industries in taking that credit.

Exploration is also a valid R&D expenditure available to EVERY corporation (even your favorites like Tesla and solar/wind companies).

NONE of that analysis EVER computes. There are very few subsidies particular to the Oil/Gas industry. And counting ROADS as a subsidy to oil shows how desperate some of these so-called "analysts" are.

 

[BuckToothMoron]

For you troglodytes, check it out.

One reason for rooftop solar’s rapid growth? It’s contagious.

Rooftop solar is expanding rapidly in the United States — by some estimates, a new system goes up every four minutes. There are plenty of reasons for that, from falling prices to generous federal subsidies to innovative leasing schemes.

Nice Ad.. People can decide to go into the energy biz if they want to. But it's NOT gonna make a dent in the displacing reliable 24/7/365 generation for the grid. Rooftop solar is good for 6 hours or less per day. It is NOT an "alternative" to anything. It's a supplement. And without MASSIVE subsidies -- there would be no "contagion" or push ads like this one. Because the economics to the homeowner would NEVER make sense.

You overlooked the subsidies that go to other sources.

What other sources do subsidies go to? Please include links and resources.

Energy subsidies - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Fossil fuel subsidies reached $90 billion in the OECD and over $500 billion globally in 2011.[3] Global renewable energy subsidies reached $88 billion in 2011.[4]
<more>

Nope.. None of that flys. I have been thru that list before. And it includes crap assertions such as all ROAD subsidies, all low income energy subsidies, STANDARD deductions for R&D that ALL companies are entitled to, yada yada yada.. Also includes a lot of YOUR favorites like Ethanol and alt fuel subsidies.

Indeed, the devil is in the detail. Standard tax deductions afforded to most industries are counted as susidies.