- Why a TE solar system? Because once you decide to become your own utility, we'll guarantee system performance.
TurtleEnergy can even empower homeowners with cost-to-output performance to achieve power grid independence.
Interested in reducing your energy bill and carbon footprint in one motion? A consultation and energy audit by a TurtleEnergy system specialist is one of only a handful of steps to energy independence.
TurtleEnergy's hallmark is exceptional, affordable system design, by way of its reputation to account for the nuances that both large and small scale systems demand. Urban or rural residential systems benefit from TE's experience in assessing potential and designing both active and passive solar capabilities to fit unique environments.
TE customer's join a unique league of individuals who've all experienced the value of "power grid liberation". The most frequent reflection we receive by far is: "thank you, I don't know why I didn't think of that sooner". Contact TE to learn more.
Q:
- Would I need to become an electrical expert to maintain a solar energy system for my home?
- Will my roof be compatible, and how much roof space is needed?
- What kind of energy savings can I expect if I invest in a solar system for my home?
- Are PV systems a shrewd investment for a rural home that's out of range of the city utility?
A:
1. Off grid systems require no specialized knowledge of electronics whatsoever. A TurtleEnergy system runs itself, and is virtually maintenance free for its entire lifetime.
Additionally, your off grid system is as good as its battery array. TE always integrates batteries specified by the inverter manufacturer for a given inverter type for maximum system efficiency.
2. Practically any roof can accommodate a PV system, particularly if it's 3-5 years young.
In the state of New Jersey, a 1kW system would require 100sq feet of roof space, and would generate a healthy 1500kWh per year.
3. A TurtleEnergy customer, using a 10kw PV system* will save $1,200 in the first year in avoided energy costs. After the relatively
short 5 year payback period, the same customer will save even more. Assuming a conservative 5% energy cost escalation, the user will save $34,000 in year 6. By year 13
the cumulative savings will be $18,000 of avoided energy costs. By the end of system's lifespan at year 25, cumulative energy savings would reach $48,000*.
*In the NE United States. Incentives, energy costs, and available sunlight will vary from state to state.
4. Absolutely. Often property is in fact more financially accessible as a result of not being connected to a utility. Often modest solar systems are sufficient to make rural electrification possible while being completely independent from the grid.
Additionally, this approach can also set a positive example for further development in a community. Enquire with a TurtleEnergy consultant to discuss the possibilities and arrange a site survey.
