Solar Energy Basics

Potomac Region Solar Energy Association

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--Kilowatt-hours used --Transmission cost --Cost per kilowatt-hour --Fuel adjustment charge Total cost per KWH: 12.9¢ (increased by 30% in last 5 years) 69 kWh 69 x o.o260300 69 x 0.0551500 69 x 0.0474500

--Rate increases already approved in VA, MD, DC --Carbon tax and/or cap- and-trade policy will increase fuel costs Electricity Cost Trends

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Your personal smart grid can reduce “peak” energy usage ,[object Object],[object Object]

Diagram courtesy of Standard Solar, Inc . Back up heat

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Diagram courtesy of Standard Solar, Inc.

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