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Like solar hot water and pool systems, photovoltaic systems help reduce your dependence on fossil fuel-derived electricity. For businesses with high electricity demands, solar energy can offset immediate electricity costs as well as help hedge against future rate hikes. Most commonly seen as roof-mounted panels, photovoltaic systems produce energy during the day when the sun is shining and provide some, if not all, of your home’s electricity needs. Inverters within the system turn the direct current (DC) from the solar panels into alternating current (AC) for use in your home. When the system produces more power than your home is using, you can sell the excess energy back to HECO.
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solar hot water To Sean Mullen, CEO of Suntech Hawaii, it’s merely a matter of time.
The beachside community of Kailua may
clientele. At Schofield Barracks, the
not seem like a hub of innovation, but
U.S. Army contracted Suntech Hawaii to
it’s the logical home for a solar company
build a solar energy system for a project
that’s trying to change the way Hawaii’s
that will eventually consist of over 3,000
residents think about the sun.
homes. Believed to be the largest solar community in the world, the system is
A HECO-approved solar energy
projected to fulfill 30% of the community’s
contractor, Suntech Hawaii operates
electrical needs and save over 18,000 barrels
more like a consultant than an installer.
of oil per year. Another flagship project is
“We spend a lot of time getting to know
on Oahu’s North Shore, where the Sullivan
our clients.” explains Sean Mullen, CEO
Estate will achieve zero impact by
of Suntech Hawaii. “Our emphasis is
generating 100% of the residence’s electrical
finding the right energy solution—not
power and pool/spa heating from solar.
just for today, but also for the future.”
On the other side of the Ko‘olaus, the new
Switching to solar hot water can save a family of four about $600 a year. Solar water heating can also warm a pool 5° to 10°, and keep a spa heated up to 104°. And when you consider that up to 40% of a home’s electricity costs can come from heating water, the argument for solar becomes economical as well as environmental. Another nice thing about solar hot water systems is that they can pay for themselves in two to three years with 30% Federal and 35% State tax credits and a $1,000 HECO rebate. Thinking about selling your home in the future? Solar energy systems add significant equity to your home while lowering your monthly utility bills. So, you can have your green and live it, too.
1. Photovoltaic systems can eliminate your electric bill. 2. Photovoltaic systems can add significantly to your home’s equity. 3. State and Federal solar energy
from analyzing energy usage and designing your system to researching financing options
income tax credits can reimburse up to 65% of the cost of a solar system.
and helping to complete tax rebate forms. 4. Photovoltaic systems generate
Says Mullen, “The way we see it, sustainability means accountability—to your planet, your community, future generations and your customers. Without accountability, you can’t sustain a healthy world—or business.”
100% non-polluting usable energy. 5. Solar hot water systems can lower your electric bill up to 40%. 6. HECO offers a $1,000 rebate on qualified solar hot water systems.
photovoltaic system at Honda Windward’s
Unlike many competitors, Suntech Hawaii
So what does this savvy solar company see
Their strategy seems to be working.
Windward Auto Spa is generating
performs their own work, relying on highly
for the future? “Solar in every home—just
Formed in 2004, this relatively young
two-thirds of the electricity needed for
trained employees instead of subcontractors.
like TV,” grins Mullen. “We’ll get there.
company already boasts an impressive
the auto dealer’s new “green” car wash.
They also take pride in providing “full service,”
One person, one community at a time.“
7. Solar hot water systems pay for themselves in two to three years.
“Our emphasis is finding the right energy solution—not just for today, but also for the future.” suntechhawaii.com | or call 262-6600