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Learning About Renewable Energy

Photovoltaics for Homes

The following resources will help you install a photovoltaic (PV) system on your home. If you are unfamiliar with PV systems, see the introduction to PV.

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Resources

American Solar Energy Society
Provides consumers with information about solar energy and resources.

Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Energy
Provides information on state, local, utility, and selected federal incentives that promote renewable energy.

Florida Solar Energy Center
Provides basic information on photovoltaics for consumers.

Own Your Power! A Consumer Guide to Solar Electricity (PDF 3.4 MB)
DOE answers consumer questions about PV and what financial incentives are available.

Photovoltaic Basics
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Solar Program's information page about solar photovoltaic technologies.

PV for Consumers
DOE provides information for consumers about photovoltaics.

Solar Electric Power Association: Solar Electricity Basics
The trade association for the solar industry provides some basic information about photovoltaics.

Solar-Estimate.org
Estimate the price, savings, and size of a solar power system in your location.