Sunday February 3, 2013, 8:45 am

I have been considering this for some time. I understand the return on the investment can happen within a 3-5 year window.

Sunday February 3, 2013, 9:51 am
I feel that as more businesses and homeowners apply solar energy, the prices will come down. Even so people wold be saving after a period of a few years. A change has to be made to wind and solar as electricity is just not a safe bet if nuclear plants have anything to do with it.
Thanks for sharing Cher.

Sunday February 3, 2013, 10:29 am
In the long run, after the initial outlay, the savings can be tremendous. We are looking into getting solar panels installed in our gym through a grant.

Sunday February 3, 2013, 12:28 pm
I have a friend who installed solar panels on his roof as well as a storage battery in his garage. He started seeing benefits during his first year. I live in a duplex which is subsidized through HUD. There's not much chance of the owner installing solar panels.

Sunday February 3, 2013, 1:57 pm
noted.

Sunday February 3, 2013, 3:05 pm
In the long run I'm certain it is worth it. Thank you.

Monday February 4, 2013, 4:27 am
Noted, thanks.

Monday February 4, 2013, 5:09 am
noted

Monday February 4, 2013, 7:30 am
this doesn't mention the toxins that are used in making the components.

Monday February 4, 2013, 2:08 pm
noted, thanks Cher

Wednesday February 6, 2013, 10:38 am
I agree, solar energy is an amazing investment, and has numerous benefits. Cher outlines a lot of the important things to remember. Financially, this is a great place to get started: http://www.energysage.com/why-clean-energy/its-a-great-investment :)

Thursday February 14, 2013, 11:57 pm
I bought a solar system, but I will never ever break even. But the electricity and their billing companies are filling their pockets on it. Was a bad mistake, and it will get worse when our contract expires, they own it all. So that is how big coal and our Labor government works. Result is, I am going to pull the switch. I wanted to be green, paid for it and lost to Government and big coal which is selling subsidised coal to China. So, here I am, a pensioner trying to be green, only to be skrewed by big coal and inferior Labor government. Elections coming up soon. I will have my say and so will many if my pensioner friends. Skrew J.G. so called PM not for long.

Tuesday March 5, 2013, 11:17 am
Our solar investment paid for itself in 10 years and now the solar electric, heat and hot water are free from the sun. Last year I added more panels.