GOING SOLAR IN THE SILVER STATE
Why go solar in Nevada?
Nevada gets some of the strongest sunshine, making it a great state for solar. It ranks 4th* in the nation for solar development. The Silver State also offers great incentives to help you go solar. The state has mandated 50% of energy be from solar by 2030. Not only will you be investing in your home, but you have the possibility to money on your energy bill and help the environment.
Save on energy
There is a potential for savings in an average Nevada home. We try to design your system to offset your electricity consumption so you are covered, even during peak months. With solar, your home will run on sunshine during the day, letting you possibly avoid high peak rates. You can continue to save at night with batteries, making sure you don’t use anything from the grid.
Be prepared for outages
Power outages are inconvenient, especially during hotter months. Scheduled maintenance or unforeseen weather can cause outages for Nevada homeowners. The best thing you can do is be prepared. During an outage, you can keep your home running. As long as you have batteries, you won’t be left in the dark. Talk to your dealer about what batteries are the right fit for your system and lifestyle.
Preserve Nevada’s outdoors
Nevada has the most beautiful parks, peaks, and canyons. It is no wonder residents are looking for ways to preserve the state’s outdoor treasures. Going solar can make a difference. It reduces your carbon footprint and preserves the state for future generations. By going solar you can feel good about the difference you are making to your environment.
Have predictable payments
Warm Nevada months can make your bills a mystery. Solar can help you budget monthly energy costs and focus on what is important. With batteries you will be less subject to high time of use (TOU) rates. As for your energy utility bill, in some cases you may only have a minimum bill. Make your monthly budget easier by making it more predictable.
Invest in your home
If you ask your neighbors, some of them have already gone solar to invest into their homes. According to the National Realtor Association, Going solar may add equity and may help your home sell faster. Nevada homes are currently valued at $332,501,* that is an 8.6% annual increase from last year. Instead of giving your money to your utility provider, consider reinvesting into your home.**
Solar incentives in Nevada*
Nevada home solar power systems that produce up to 1MW are eligible for net metering unless those systems produce more than 150% of their peak demand. The Nevada metering system operates in rate tiers. The sooner you go solar, the higher likelihood of being accepted into a higher tier with higher rates. If your system produces more electricity than you consume in a billing-month, you will receive a credit on your next bill. These credits have no expiration. Nevada currently uses time-of-use (TOU) electricity rates. This means you may have to pay higher rates in the evenings. You can secure your solar savings by installing batteries to your system.
Nevada homeowners are also eligible for the Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC).*** The ITC allows you to deduct 26 percent of the cost of installing a solar energy system from your federal taxes.*
Solar panels perform in all kinds of weather
Going solar is a big decision, and although there are many factors you should consider, local weather shouldn’t be a deterrent. Solar panels are designed to work in almost any type of weather… even snow and clouds!
Sunny
There are sunny days ahead for solar. The more sun you have access to, the longer your panels work during the day. Your panels work best at converting energy when sun rays shine directly at them. The more energy you produce, the more excess you may be able to send back to the grid. Take advantage of the excess through net metering and other incentive programs.
Rainy
As the rain pours down, your panels will continue to be hard at work. Solar panels will work with reflected or partially blocked sun rays to keep your home powered. Your production is linked to the amount of clouds. Rain will have some effect on your production, but the rays will still penetrate through the rain. It may actually help keep your panels working efficiently as they wash away any dust or dirt.
Cloudy
It is a misconception that panels don’t work on cloudy days. The best way to know how much the clouds affect your system’s performance is to monitor your system on sunny days and compare. Your system may actually be more efficient without the excess heat. This is because solar systems prefer the cold! The sun’s rays are still able to penetrate through cloudy skies and keep your system running.
Snowy
Amazingly enough, even when covered in snow a solar system can still produce power! Scattered light filters through snow and reaches solar panels even when the snow cover is fairly heavy. Your solar panels may actual be more efficient in light snow. Cold weather helps them perform better, and usually snow slides right off. Power production may be reduced with heavier snowfall, but your system can still produce.
Windy
Solar panels are highly reliable and sturdy, they hardly notice your average winds. In most cases, damage from wind will be due to weakened roofs, not solar panels. This is why we assess your roof condition and reccomend any repairs prior to installing your system. In the event that higher winds cause an outage in the grid, you will still have power if you have batteries with your system.
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*This information is current as of May 5, 2021 and figures are only approximations. Customers are encouraged to check with their local utility providers for the most up to date and accurate information.
**We advise you to consult with the appropriate professionals (including, but not limited to, your solicitor or attorney, accountant, CPA, CGA, or any other financial or legal advisor) for the implications of any information contained in our website and in any link you access through our website.
***You should contact a qualified tax expert and consult with them. Neither Freedom Forever’s family of independent authorized dealers nor Freedom Forever itself can give you tax advice. A qualified tax professional will understand your situation and be able to give you the most relevant advice.
