New Haven, CT Solar PV

Residential - February 2019

Home of friends takes a progressive path toward a healthier, comfortable, all-electric, fossil-fuel free lifestyle.

Quick Facts

Average Annual Savings

$1,230

Net Investment

$11,963

Return on Investment

15.9%

Property

Owner:: Michael Uhl of System Smart
Type:: Residential
Address:: 14 Pardee Place, New Haven, CT 06515
Size:: 1,717 sq ft

Technology

Type:: Solar PV
Installed:: February 2019
Size of System:: 5.6 kW
Monitor performance:: https://monitoringpublic.solaredge.com/solaredge-web/p/kiosk?guid=5cc800eb-2e0a-49f4-895d-0971d5e6f318
Purposes:: To generate electricity

Financial Details

Gross Cost of System:: $17,776
Value of Tax Credits:: $5,813
Net Cost of System:: $11,963
Annual Savings:: $1,230
Annual Revenue:: $670
Own or Lease:: Cash Purchase
Additional Financial Notes:: Does not include MACRS accelerated depreciation.

Professionals & Suppliers

Products:: LG Solar; SolarEdge Technologies; Locus Energy
Installers:: Sunlight Solar Energy
Financing:: System Smart
Builders:: System Smart
Energy Auditors:: New England Conservation Services

What You Need to Know

Description:

The array faces south-southwest and has some shading to the west (91% exposure). Panel sizes were slightly larger for better economics and not all-black aesthetics.

Other Benefits:

Protects portions of the roof shingles from deterioration. Increased shading on third-floor occupants. Increased pride of residents.

Maintenance Requirements:

I faced zero maintenance issues thus far. Monitoring is included with a free app or free online link.

Efficiency or Sustainability Improvements:

I focused on energy efficiency and controls first. I installed wall insulation, a hybrid/heat pump hot water heater, smart thermostats, a security system, and digital locks. Current electrical usage exceeds roof space for solar, so further efficiency improvements will follow, including variable speed heat pump, duct sealing, and induction stove.

My Motivation:

Many things! I want to: Better control energy prices, improve our environment, make living more affordable,

Advice:

Go Solar and convert to all-electric HVAC choices (air source heat pumps, heat pump/hybrid water heaters, induction stoves) ASAP!

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