Solar Energy
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Does APC have net metering?
If a customer is interconnected in parallel with APC and is on Rate PAE, APC pays the customer for energy they send to APC according to Rate PAE, and the customer will continue to pay APC for energy delivered to them according to their existing rate.
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Will my meter run backwards if I export power to APC's grid?
Electronic meters do not run backwards. If a customer is interconnected in parallel with APC according to our requirements, the customer's meter will be re-programmed to accept energy delivered from and delivered to APC.
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Will APC store energy for me?
No, Rate PAE customers are paid for energy delivered according to Rate PAE based on the time it is delivered, and those customers pay APC for energy delivered to them according to their existing rate. Energy generated by the customer is not stored for the customer.
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Will APC buy my excess power?
If a customer is on Rate PAE, APC will pay them for energy delivered according to Rate PAE.
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What will APC pay me for excess power?
APC pays Rate PAE customers for energy they deliver based on the Rate PAE schedule that is in effect at the time the energy is delivered. Rate PAE is updated annually.
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Does APC sell solar panels?
No, at this time APC does not sell solar panels.
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Does APC provide incentives for solar?
No, at this time APC does not pay customers an incentive to install solar panels. Federal incentives are available through 2016, and state incentives may be available.
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Does APC install panels?
No, at this time APC does not install solar panels.
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Do I have to buy a new meter if I put power on the grid?
All customers who export power to APC must receive written permission from APC to operate in parallel with our grid. That written permission is granted through a Rate PAE contract or, for customers who choose to not be on Rate PAE, through an interconnection agreement. APC will change out or re-program customers' meters to accept power delivered from and power delivered to APC after the customer has a Rate PAE contract or an Interconnection Agreement.
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Is there a limit to how many panels I can install?
Rate PAE is only available for installations that have a nameplate capacity of 100 kW or less. If a customer's installation is greater than 100 kW, there are other options available for them to sell their power.
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Does APC recommend installers?
APC does not recommend installers. We will provide customers with a website that lists installers that meet NABCEP standards.
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How do I know how many panels to install?
Most homes have an electrical requirement for no more than 5-10 kW. Customers should review the equipment in place at their home to determine their maximum electrical demand.
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What if I don't think I will ever overcome my load and put power on to the grid?
All customers who export power to APC must receive written permission from APC to operate in parallel with our grid. That written permission is granted through a Rate PAE contract or, for customers who choose to not be on Rate PAE, through an interconnection agreement. If the generator is connected in parallel with APC, written permission is required.
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Is there an insurance requirement for Rate PAE?
Customers with an electric generating facility that has a nameplate capacity of more than 25 kW are required to furnish to the Company evidence of liability insurance, or equivalent security. Details are available in the Special Rules Governing Application of Rate PAE.
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What should I expect to spend for a solar photovoltaic (PV) system?
The costs for a 5 kW system range from $3.5/W to $5 W or approximately $18,000 - $25,000. The installed cost varies because of a number of factors such as whether the system is to be ground mounted or roof mounted and the amount of site preparation required.
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What time period should I expect to recoup my initial investment in a solar photovoltaic (PV) system?
Assuming that you take advantage of the 30% federal tax credit, you should recoup your investment in approximately 10 - 20 years.
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What should I expect to spend for a solar water heating system?
A solar water heating system installed will cost from $5,000 to $8,000.
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