The small house solar project
Sunday, March 28th, 2010This is the first complete alternative energy project for Cheetah Power. The house only needed 3kw of power, however, the utility company gave us a rebate for a 6kw system so the solar installation company figured out how to put up another 3kw. We are going to be using the extra power to generate heat and electricity for green houses to grow citrus fruits. This is part of our expanded plan to become not only energy self-sufficient, but food self-sufficient as well. For a $22k investment (this includes state and federal rebates and incentives), we’ll save $84k in utility bill fees over 30 years. Additionally, we’ll be positioned to weather the increases in food prices due to the rising oil prices.

