California solar power

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The idea that California solar power is ‘free’ is a myth. While the sun’s energy certainly is free, having the ability to harness it and use it to produce a DC current definitely costs money.
Despite the costs associated with using solar energy to cool a home, this does not mean that it is out of the question for middle-income homeowners.
California is one of the states that is most progressive in encouraging its residents to use solar energy. In fact, there are many government-subsidized programs that exist for the sole purpose of encouraging the use of solar energy.
For example, in the states largest city, Los Angeles, the Department of Water and Power has made a goal to see that there are 20 megawatts of solar power in the city by 2010.
Because of this, a solar incentives program was established. This program offers a decreased cost on solar PV systems because the department pays for a large percentage of the homeowner’s total cost.
Programs like this exist in many cities throughout California as well as throughout the country. While Los Angeles residents can take advantage of this program there are similar state and federal programs that allow homeowners and business owners to take advantage of incentive-laced programs as well.
In most cases, those who have California solar power do not make enough solar power on their own to completely live without being tied to the local electrical grid. However, those who live in the area and have enough solar panels on their roofs may be able to if they learn to conserve properly.
In addition to offering incentives, the agencies that care about California solar power also do a lot of educating about conservation.

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