Writer/Producer: Rosie Emery

Despite the fact that we live in the Sunshine State, many people are still hesitant about the feasibility and availability of solar power when it comes to converting their homes or businesses.

The State Government is providing incentives for people to convert at least some portion of their home if not all to solar and the Florida Energy Office is paying a rebate of $4.00 per watt for solar power systems. The maximum rebate for a residential application is $20,000 and for a commercial building is $100,000. This rebate usually covers 40-50% of the to cost to purchase and install a solar power system.   In addition to the State of Florida rebate, the federal government is allowing a $2,000 federal income tax credit for a residential system.  So just how easy is it to convert to solar and is it really worthwhile?

Resources:

Dell Jones
(c) 904-891-3355
Vice President of Renwable Project Development
Regenesis Power

Steve McCarney
Tel: 239 395 2991
Footprint Energy Solutions
mccarneys@comcast.net

Patrick Agnew
Product Manager
Florida Power and Light (FPL)
239 332 9130
patrick_agnew@FP.com