Whether you’re a homeowner, business, or nonprofit, electricity costs can make up a large portion of your monthly expenses. With a solar system, you’ll generate free power for your system’s entire 30+ year lifecycle. It’s smart for your bottom line and it’s smart for the planet.

Solar is one of the best ways to invest, with returns on investment (ROI) rivaling those of more traditional investments like stocks and bonds. Thanks to substantial electricity bill savings , the average homeowner pays off their solar panel system in 4-6 years.

Another great benefit of solar is the ability to hedge utility prices and gain greater control over future expenses. This is especially important as we move into retirement and fixed incomes. Electricity prices have gone up with higher increases expected for the future. By investing in a solar energy system now, you can protect your family against unpredictable increases in energy costs.

Solar panels can more than pay for themselves by increasing the value of your home. Homes equipped with solar energy systems have higher property values and sell more quickly than non-solar homes.

Unlike conventional electricity, solar energy does not pollute. Solar is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and gain peace of mind from knowing you’re doing the right thing for the planet. One kilowatt of energy produced by solar panels prevents 300lbs of C02 from being emitted into the atmosphere. A typical residential solar system will eliminate 3-4 tons of carbon emissions each year—the equivalent of planting over 100 trees annually.