Solar Energy Adoption: Information for Homeowners and Small Businesses
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Sunlight can power everything in your home or business from lights and appliances to heavy equipment and electric vehicles. When you install a solar photovoltaic (PV) system, you reduce the use of fossil fuels, curb greenhouse gas emissions and promote energy independence while saving money on your energy bills. The Center for Sustainable Energy (CSE), a national nonprofit that designs and administers state, local and utility clean energy incentive programs across the nation, answers some frequently asked questions about solar.
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Solar Energy Adoption: Information for Homeowners and Small Businesses