Solar Power to the People
In This Issue:
APE E-Newsletter July 09
Wilkinson Public Library 9.8 Grid-tied Photovoltaic Array (Telluride, CO)
End of rebate program
The rebate program that was co-sponsored by TNCC, San Miguel Power
Association in conjunction with the Governors Energy office ended June
19th. In 5 months Alternative Power Enterprises installed 14 photovoltaic
systems for a total of 50 kW! We also installed 5 domestic hot water
systems.
All PV systems that qualified for the program received up to a $9,000
rebate, making some systems half the price that they would have been last
year when the federal tax credit is also taken into account.
One of the larger projects completed at the very end of the rebate was
the 9.8 kW Wilkinson Public Library in Telluride. The installation went
without a hitch and now the Enphase Inverters are reporting the results!
 
You can see the array and energy collected at the library’s kiosk at
http://enlighten.enphaseenergy.com/public/systems/SX5s846.
This site has some interesting tidbits regarding carbon offsets. Take a
look now!
No word yet on if it will continue, but if it is based on the success of
the recent rebate program then we hope to be extending excellent prices to
our clients in the future!
Return on Investment: Why Solar makes sense
Bottom line, if you don’t install solar you will never see a return on
your investment, so is paying the utility company for 100% of your power
every month a smart way to spend your money?
Our research that we have gathered from financial advisors and solar
web sites indicate that the annual return on investment for solar is
consistently 5%, and that is calculated using current utility rates. When
you consider that the price for utilities go up 4% per year on average,
then 5% is a very modest estimate.
Other factors to weigh when thinking of installing solar? How about the
cleaner air that comes from burning less coal and wood, and reduction of
mercury in water? Your home will appreciate $20,000 for every $1,000 you
save on utility bills every year. Studies have shown that buyers will
purchase a home with solar over a comparable home without. Something to
consider in these economic times).
  
Plus, it looks cool on your roof and it is good for your karma!
Plastic to pay for your PV
Alternative Power Enterprises is now accepting credit cards. Whether you
are purchasing new LED lights for your home, or paying for your
photovoltaic or domestic hot water system we can now put the purchase on
your plastic! You can opt for putting the full price on the card, or
instead choose monthly installments. Any purchases over $250 will have an
additional 2.5% additional charge applied.
Beauty on the inside
Alternative Power Enterprises offers lighting options, so you no longer
have to settle for what some consider “unsightly” twist bulbs. We now
have many options for both CFL and LED lighting! With low draw, low heat,
low mercury and high output married with a great looking bulb, you can have
it all!
• http://www.elementalled.com/
• http://www.feit.com/
Sun-Mar Toilet Rebate
Sun-Mar Composting toilets are offering a $75 dollar coupon until August
31st, 2009.
If you are in the market for a composting toilet, now is a great time!
How energy efficient is your home?
Get the facts from Brian Kingsford at San Juan Energy Solutions.
Sun Oven Recipe of the Month
Sun Ripe Fresh Olathe Sweet Cherry Pie
• 6 Cups fresh picked pitted cherries
• Sugar to taste
• Dash of corn starch (to thicken)
• Pie crust of your choice
- Pre-cook bottom crust in sun oven for 15 minutes.
- Mix cherries, sugar and corn starch, pour into bottom crust till slightly
rounded.
- Place small dabs of butter on top of mixture.
- Place top crust over filling, cut air vents into the top pie crust and
sprinkle with a little raw sugar.
- Bake until lightly brown on top, and may take up to 2 hours at 325 to 350
degrees.
Energy Saving Tip
Rain is abundant this gardening season. If you are one of those
gardeners who wish to assure the yard stays green, use this watering
guideline.
Water before 10 am, and after 6 pm.
Cooler temperatures won't evaporate the water coming from the hose as
quickly. Also the plants leaves can burn in the bright sunlight with the
moisture on it. (It is kind of like putting a magnifying glass on the leaves!)
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