Photovoltaics for Small Business
This furniture factory in Massachusetts uses a photovoltaic system to generate its own electricity.
The following resources will help your small business install a photovoltaic (PV) system. 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
The 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 financial incentives 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.
How Small Solar Electric Systems Work
Basic information about small photovoltaic systems.
Solar-Estimate.org
Estimate the price, savings, and size of a solar power system in your location.
Financing Solar Energy Systems (PDF 501 KB)
A guide about financing solar energy projects through various programs.
Financial Opportunities for Business, Industry, and Universities
DOE's financial opportunities page that includes current requests for proposals for business.
