Maximizing Energy Harvest with Tilt-Ups
| Project Name: | Thomas Stocking |
| City & State: | San Rafael, CA |
| Rated DC Output: | 3.69kW |
| Rated AC Output: | 3.085 kW |
| Modules: | 18 ET-Solar ET-P654205's (205 Watts Each) |
| Inverter: | 1 PV Powered PVP3000-240 (3,000 Watts) |
| Total installed cost: | $24,047 |
| CSI Rebate: | $4,618 |
| Tax Credit: | $5,829 |
| Net Cost: | $13,600 |
| Net Cost per Watt: | $4.41AC, $3.69 DC |
| Installed in: | July 2009 |
| Field Rep: | Craig Dinsdale |
| Design Review: | Erin McMahon |
| Installer: | Bavaria Construction |
The homeowners wanted to reduce their carbon footprint as much as possible and zero out their bill, but the amount of usable roof space was limited. We coordinated with their roofer and added tilt-ups in order to maximize energy harvest from the system. This installation also required an upgrade of their service panel.