Kern Family's Electric Bill Slashed by 65%
For this stunning Novato residence, design was a key factor. In order to maintain the high aesthetics of the property, and also reach the energy goals and optimal performance, SolarCraft designed a system featuring low-profile Sharp panels with Enphase micro-inverters. A typical system features strings of panels connected to one inverter. Enphase microinverters optimize each panel's performance greatly reducing impacts of shade and generating about 7% more power than conventional inverters. Overall system efficiency is increased by 10-12%.
The Kerns received their first electric bill after going solar and it showed a 65% saving! The Kern's solar system will provide free energy from the sun for many years while insulating them from future rate increases.
- Saves Kern family over $2,772 in electric bills annually
- Shields the Kerns from electrical rate increases
- Will realize ROI in 6-7 years
- Panels provide additional roof insulation
- Will reduce CO2 emissions by 3.5 tons annually, equivalent to planting an acre of air-filtering trees
| Project Overview | |
|---|---|
| Location | Marin County, CA |
| System Size | 5.6 kW |
| Surface Area | 420 sq. ft. |
| Product | Sharp 235 watt |
| Production | 8,165 kWh/year |
| # of Solar Panels | 24 |
