Short update on meeting

 As some of the regulars on alt.solar.photovoltaic may recall. I post a
request for an assist to fill out information on solar voltaic grid
tied residential systems.

With all of the information, opinions, points of view, recommendations
for hardware, experiences, and especially the site information, I was
able to put together a fair good body of material for discussion by
the senior citizens to consider the issues and feasibility of
installing solar systems on homes.

The group seriously considered a recommendation of hiring a consultant
with expertise in solar systems for residential property. This seems
to be the central point for getting an objective person to discuss and
make recommendations by identifying the pluses and minuses, advantages
and disadvantages of installing a system along with getting a glimpse
at the future of the solar technologies.

Generally, there was receptiveness to installing a system that
accomplishes a reduction of cost and usage. Thus the ideas of smaller
systems seemed a good choice that avoids a large investment in light
of the fact nearly all of us will have gone on to the heavens. Too,
however, consideration for investing in the property that would be
passed on to heirs seemed reasonable even if the heirs decide to seel
the property.

All of the social, philosophical issues were discussed regarding the
consideration for the environment and future needs for renewable
energy.

I was able to share the opinions made by those who responded to my
requests. Opinions reflected both negative and positive points. The
essential point that was made from the recommendation was the need for
a transparency of information on the technologies and installation,
all, without the sales hype. In other words, the folks were willing to
look at the issues of residential solar systems in a more objective
way and have a better understanding of the limitations or
expectations.

To all that provided a helping hand, I thank you. The newsgroup and
its participants helped immensely.

Again thank you!

Donn C. Irving
An Ole Curmudgeon

  If you hire a consultant make sure he is NABCEP certified.
http://www.nabcep.org/

Cheers

 I'm sure you'll find some unqualified NABCEP certified consultants, and I
know many uncertified folk who are more than qualified.

--
Steve Spence
Director, Green-Trust
http://www.green-trust.org

 On Wed, 25 Apr 2007 22:04:13 -0400, "Steve Spence"


Problem is, how does one tell! A well prepared contract with specific
clauses for performance may well be in order. We've read up on the
North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners and their
programs and feel comfortable going in to make a selection.

Donn

 Examples of work, and satisfied customer recommendations are much more
important than a club membership.


--
Steve Spence
Director, Green-Trust
http://www.green-trust.org