Everyone has their own reasons for having Edmonton solar panels installed whether it’s environmental, economic or personal. Some of the top reasons to go solar are the following.
1) Reduction/ elimination of your electric bill
As a business owner or even a homeowner reducing your utility bills is something we all would like to be able to do. Installing a solar panel will generate enough free power for the entire 25 plus lifecycle of your system. And even if not fully covered solar panels will greatly reduce your utility bills.
2) A good return on your investment
By investing in a solar panel system you will realize a ROI of 20% With the savings on your electric bill the system can be paid of in 7 to 8 years.
3) Protection against rising energy costs
Energy costs are creeping upwards all the time so knowing yours will be constant gives you peace of mind. As a business or homeowner that experiences fluctuations in cash flow rising expenses will no longer be a concern.
4) Increase your property value
Homes with solar panel systems are proving to be a very desirable selling feature to potential buyers. And appraisers are getting onboard and giving homes with solar panel systems at a higher valuation.
5) Protect the environment
By harnessing the energy of the sun you’ll reduce your carbon footprint. Buildings are largely responsible for carbon emissions so going solar can greatly reduce the problem. A typical solar panel system will eliminate 3 to 4 tons of carbon emissions each year – the equivalent of planting over 100 trees.
6) Demonstrate your commitment to sustainability
Businesses that “go green “show a commitment to sustainability and social responsibility and so are viewed very favorably by consumers and the community as a whole.
7) Stay competitive
Companies are quickly recognizing the social and economic benefits of adopting solar energy for power. For those who were the first to embrace solar power have tended to pull ahead of their competitors. Those companies that lagged behind are now exploring to solar power as a means to keep up and garner favour with consumers and the communities where they conduct their business.
If you are thinking of getting solar panels installed, contact Solarcor Energy.