Solar energy has become more efficient and less expensive to install. It’s still more expensive than traditional power, but this will change in the not-too-distant future with fuel and utility costs rising.
When this happens, the demand is likely to go crazy which should lower the costs even more as competitors fight over the market share.
And installing solar energy in South Africa is not as expensive as you might think. Many provinces offer large rebates and initiatives to help households convert to solar energy.
And with South Africa enjoying long periods of sunshine, your system will start paying you back in no time, making solar energy for homes one of the more efficient as well as one of the cleaner forms of power.
And if you're allowed to DIY your installation, like in the UK, the costs can really plummet. You can build and install your very own solar power system for under $200/£100 that will save you 80% on your electricity bill and help the environment.Click here for more information.
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