Quick Facts
Average Annual Savings
$3,000
Energy Needs Met
100%
or more of electricity
Net Investment
$7,000
Return on Investment
42.9%
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Quick Facts
Average Annual Savings
$3,000
Energy Needs Met
100%
or more of electricity
Net Investment
$7,000
Return on Investment
42.9%
Property
- Owner:
- White Oak Development
- Type:
- Single-Family Residence
- Address:
- 17 Oak Farm Drive, Colchester, CT 06424
- Size:
- 2,700 sq ft
- Energy need met:
- 100% or more of electricity
- Designations:
- Zero net energy
- Event Participation:
- NESEA Green Buildings Open House 2012 Host
- NESEA Green Buildings Open House 2013 Host
Technology
- Type:
- Solar PV
- Installed:
- January 2012
- Size of System:
- 8.5 kW
- Purposes:
- To generate electricity
Financial Details
- Gross Cost of System:
- $30,000
- Value of Rebates:
- $14,000
- Value of Tax Credits:
- $9,000
- Net Cost of System:
- $7,000
- Annual Savings:
- $3,000
- Own or Lease:
- Cash Purchase
Professionals & Suppliers
- Installers:
- White Oak Development
- Builders:
- White Oak Development
- Energy Auditors:
- White Oak Development
What You Need to Know
Description:
An 8.5kW solar system providing all energy needs of the house including electricity to powering the geothermal unit.
Maintenance Requirements:
The is no maintenance for the system other than rinsing the panels with water once or twice per year.
Efficiency or Sustainability Improvements:
The house is Energy Star Rated including extra insulation in the walls and ceilings, Engery Star windows and doors, sealed and insulated duct system, and extremely air tight construction.
Open House Info:
Sponsored in association with Connecticut Geothermal Association
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