Web site consolidator of national and region-specific solar program and utility information. Our online software tools and content include:
- Online solar energy "quick calculators" (PV, domestic hot water and pool/spa heating) to help you determine the costs and benefits of solar energy systems for your particular location and building needs.
- Trusted means by which consumers can review and access solar energy contractor and professional services.
- Links and resources to current information about solar energy data, programs and other helpful information.
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Keywords
solar, photovoltaics, ppol, spa, calculations, economics
Validation/Testing
See the FindSolar Estimator Report on the web site.
Expertise Required
None. Site guides you through the the solar estimator.
Users
900 Solar Professionals and OEM's have active accounts on www.Findsolar.com
25,000 consumer users per month. The estimating tools cover the United States and its territories.
Audience
Contractors, building owners, consultants, architects, engineers. Covers many professional services related to renewable energy and energy efficiency.
Input
Location (state and country), energy usage (PV), water usage (domestic hot water), pool/spa size, utility, building type (residential or commercial/business). Many parameters have defaults but can be overriden by the user.
Output
Results, information to the web browser screen. Can be printed, copied/pasted.
Computer Platform
Any web browser
Programming Language
PHP, MySQL databases
Strengths
Initial sizing and financial estimates for solar energy systems, including appicable incentive and tax credits.
Weaknesses
Does not do detailed sizing or quoting of solar energy systems.
Contact
Availability
Free. Access through the web site.
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