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                                                                 Solar Benefits Shine

             A 4kw system can save 464,600 lbs  of co2 being dumped into our environment over a 50 year period.

When you decide to go solar, you'll sleep better knowing you've made the enlightened choice that helps to preserve

 the environment and leaves a cleaner world for your children. Better yet, you'll applaud your sound financial decision

every month when your lower utility bills arrive. With net metering you store the energy back on to the grid and use it

 back when the sun isn't shining, thus reducing  the amount of energy you purchase from your utility company.

PV power lets you  lower your electricity costs every day, and provides a measure of protection against future

utility rate increases.

                                                                                       The Brilliant Benefits of Solar

•                                                                Save money every month by lowering your electric bills
•                                        Save money on your system purchase with state rebates and federal tax credits
•                                              Utilize free energy from the sun to reduce the effect of utility rate increases
•                                                    Enjoy energy independence by becoming your own power producer
•                                                      Protect the environment by using clean, renewable energy in your home
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  ERC Solar News

  Effective July 1st, 2009

  The CEC list of approved modules is being reduced from 1400 to 300 modules.  Make sure yours are on the list by buying them from ERC  where we only sell CEC-approved modules.  Buying those no-name cheap modules straight off the boat might not be the best idea. Stick with a reliable partner and reliable products.

  NEW HIGH EFFICIENCY MODULES FROM SHARP

  High Efficiency 230 and 235 watt mono-crystalline modules Sharp proudly announces the release of two higher output modules.  These mono-crystalline products are designed to help you maximize space in both residential and commercial applications. The superior aesthetic of their 230 watt, black frame and black back sheet module is ideal for residential applications, while their highest efficiency, 235 watt module lends itself to commercial applications.

   

   

  SHARP THIN FILM FOR LARGE SCALE COMMERCIAL PROJECTS

  Sharp's new module feature a Tandem-junction structure.  The top is amorphous Si and bottom is Sharp's proprietary microcrystalline Si, which brings forth higher performance and stability than previously thought possible for thin film. Features: Over 100 W per module:  Less labor, racking and fasteners than   other thin film modules. Low temperature coefficients:  Approximately 10% more power in warm climates. High voltage design:  Open circuit voltage near 240 V for more efficient string sizing.  Simplicity:  Allows for simplified array wiring with a centralized +/- buss in the array field. Optimized module size:  Small enough for one person to handle. Low long-term degradation:  Less than 0.25% average annual degradation. Pre-matched pallets:  Leading to more efficient strings. Single-layer glass:  Lower pounds per watt accomplished by using a flexible, lightweight polymeric backskin instead of glass. Four bypass diodes:  Continued operation without putting cells into reverse bias, even when shaded. Anodized aluminum frame:  A robust mounting frame allows multiple mounting options.

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