Power for the Next Generation
Solar Energy Systems
As energy costs continue to rise, it is no wonder that thousands are making the decision to convert to solar powered electricity.
Not only can solar power decrease your energy consumption and decrease your energy costs, it can also help the environment. Make the smart choice by choosing solar power today and begin the road
to reliable, clean and efficient energy. Call Salt Electric to determine what type of solar power will work best for you.
 Environmentally Friendly
Sunlight is the earth's most abundant renewable energy source. Use it to produce your own electric power! When you choose to use clean solar energy; you are contributing to the health and well-being of the planet.
The hazardous by-products of fossil fuel consumption are well known smog, acid rain and global warming due to carbon dioxide (C02) gas.
A typical residential solar system will decrease your reliance local coal-burning utility by up to 120% and offset your annual contribution of CO2 by up to 10,000 pounds.
 Produce a Great Return on Your Investment
After a cost benefit analysis, a solar system is shown to be a wise investment on purely economic grounds, and not years in the future, but right now.
Your return on investment over the years will outperform most stocks and bonds. When you choose to· use clean solar energy; you are not only contributing to the well-being of the planet but also to your financial well-being.
 Increase the Value of Your Property
A study by the National Appraisal Institute proves that solar-equipped homes appreciate in value by $10-20 for every $1 of annual energy savings. Upgrading to solar energy will increase the value of your home by $6,000-$12,000 the moment you turn it on. When it comes time to sell, your house will sell at a premium.
Realtors say today's home buyers are increasingly asking for houses equipped with solar power systems.
 An Affordable Investment Now
Save money on your utility bill right now. The average residential electric bill in Colorado ·has gone up an astounding 209'6 in less than 2 years and is projected to increase by at least 9% per year for the foreseeable future.
From day one, a typical moderately priced 3-kilowatt (kW) residential solar system will generate enough power to reduce or eliminate your electric bill and protect you against future rate hikes.
 Simple, Safe, and Reliable
A solar system is a simply elegant way to use the power of the sun. With no moving mechanical parts, a solar system is easy to install, requires little to no maintenance, runs silently and will not intrude on your lifestyle.
How it Works
An array or panel of solar cells is installed on your roof or other structure. When sunlight strikes the cells, molecular activity produces direct electrical current (DC).
A power inverter, usually installed next to your existing utility meter, converts the DC to alternating current (AC) that can be integrated seamlessly into your home electrical system for immediate use.
In a grid-tied system, any excess capacity your solar system produces is fed back into a net meter that turns your utility meter backwards. Xcel Energy buys back the power at the current rate you are paying. In a stand-alone system, excess capacity is stored in batteries for later use.
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