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IN THE WAR AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE, IS SOLAR THE SOLUTION?

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All this talk about climate change

The world’s leading climate experts claim that we only have approximately 11 years to reverse climate change. Yes, that is just a little over one decade – which means time is literally running out. So now what? What role can renewable energy play? Renewable energy solutions that are available in today’s market are now easier, smarter, and cheaper than they had been in previous years. What is the best way to save the planet, then? The answer can be really simple: one solar rooftop at a time.

When is the right time?

The world population is asking and debating about the right time to maximize our renewable energy resources. The time is now. Why? There are massive widespread catastrophes. There are coral reef issues, wildfires, natural disasters, and conflicts over food, water, and land. The time is now because of the urgency behind it and the need to avoid catastrophe. The human population needs to use renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydropower, and geothermal energy. In this day and age, the world derives about 20% of its electricity from renewable energy sources. Before the 11-year timeline is up, however, the world needs to increase that figure to at least 67%, in order to reduce our carbon footprint, keep this planet clean, safe, and healthy, and to avoid a global-scale environmental disaster.

And now there’s solar

Solar solutions are now easily and readily available, plus they are more affordable, especially with the recent developments in solar technology. The solar industry is fast booming, and this has propelled solar to become the best economic choice in terms of renewable energy solutions in the Philippines.

For Mike De Guzman, President and CEO of Solaric Corp., climate change is a global issue that is beyond economic and environmental saving. “The figures are clear. The demand for sustainable energy is increasing, and the availability is low. Believe it or not, this is a crisis. We need to generate clean power and solar is the solution, because the entire planet has access to the sun.”

Solaric Vice President Jade De Guzman adds, “That’s why now is the time. It’s not a question of building infrastructure but instead, of maximizing infrastructure. We have rooftops readily available all over the country. It’s time we use them to capture the sun’s energy so that we can utilize clean, sustainable and renewable power. That is our mission, ultimately, to turn on the sun for everyone, starting right here at home in the Philippines.”

See how easy, convenient and affordable it is for you to turn on the sun with Solaric.

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At Solaric, we appeal to Filipino sensibilities of approachability, service and value. Before we give a quotation, we learn how you use energy. We determine the best ways to maximize your return on a hard-earned investment. We present different strategies to ensure that you achieve your solar goals. We want to ensure reduced expenses and increased savings so that you make that one-time wise business and environmental investment. We always do our best to deliver fast, efficient, and thorough customer service. We are in the business of not just selling solar panels – but also enabling solar-powered lifestyles. With this, we want to provide endless satisfaction by delivering Solaric Service Satisfaction, ranging from permanent reduction of electric bills to the ultimate ZERO bill.

Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

Solaric has established its name across the renewable industry as a proven and reputable rooftop solar leader. Backed by decades of experience, Solaric has installed more than 50% of residential rooftop solar in the Philippines and has delivered significant cost reductions in electricity expenses, as well as milestone contributions to a cleaner, greener, and renewable future. We want every Filipino to enjoy the benefits of clean and renewable power. Welcome to the new generation of solar and turning on the sun.

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We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

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DO WE VALUE THE FUTURE OF OUR CHILDREN?

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From October 8, 2019, to October 24, 2019, the Department of Energy conducted a series of Public Consultations in Manila, Cebu, and Davao on the proposed Department Circular entitled, “Policies to Enhance the Net Metering Program for Renewable Energy Systems and Other Mechanisms to Ensure Energy Supply Security”.

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EPIRA

During the Public Consultation on October 8, 2019 at the Bonifacio Global City, the public was reminded of Republic Act 9136, otherwise known as the “Electric Power Industry Reform Act” or “EPIRA”, where it is the declared policy of the State to assure socially and environmentally compatible energy sources and infrastructure; and promote the utilization of indigenous and new and renewable energy resources in power generation in order to reduce dependence on imported energy.

RE Act of 2008

There is also the RA 9513, otherwise known as the “Renewable Energy Act of 2008” or “RE Act”, which provides that it is the declared policy of the State to accelerate the exploration and development of RE resources to achieve self-reliance and strategies to reduce the country’s dependence on fossil fuels to thereby minimize the country’s exposure to price fluctuations in the international markets.

Net Metering

In Section 10 of the RE Act and Section 7 of its Implementing Rules and Regulations, it provides that the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), in consultation with the National Renewable Energy Board and the electric industry participants, shall establish Net Metering interconnection standards and pricing methodology and other commercial arrangements necessary to ensure success of the Net Metering program for renewable energy.

What does the DOE adopt?

The DOE encourages and promotes Electricity End-Users’ participation in the Net Metering Program while ensuring the economic and technical viability both from the End Users and the Distribution Utilities’ perspectives. The DOE released its Circular setting out policies and guidelines for the adoption of multiple compensation mechanisms for the net metering program, the voluntary connection of RE systems above 100 kW capacity, and utilization of own-use RE systems as an emergency supply.

Adoption of Compensation Mechanisms

Section 5 of the Circular tackled the adoption of multiple compensation mechanisms for the net metering program, which are subject to the final determination of the ERC. There were two mechanisms identified, one for residential customers and one for non-residential customers.

Classical Net Metering for Residential Customers

In this mechanism, the excess generation from a billing period is valued as energy in kilowatt-hours (kWh) and maintained as credits that offset energy consumption in subsequent billing periods. In this arrangement, the kWh credits are traded as credits and therefore assume a one is to one (1:1) trade.

Current Net Metering Scheme for Non-Residential Customers

In this mechanism, the excess generation from a billing period is converted to a peso equivalent, or monetary credits, to offset the bills in subsequent billing periods for one calendar year. At the end of the year, remaining credits are bought at blended generation rates.

The solar perspective

Solaric President and CEO Mike De Guzman said, “I was invited to the Department of Energy public consultation regarding net metering and solar rooftops for the consumer. During the hearing, a large utility argued that consumers with solar will raise the cost of energy and this is against the interests of the country. They have seemed to have forgotten that this meeting was called for because the Philippines is lacking energy in future energy projects. The Luzon grid was hitting red alert levels, especially during sunny summer months. With the Malayampa gas fields drying out in terms of the contract and proven reserves, this is certainly very disconcerting to our growing economy.”

“From experience, solar on a roof of a house reduces strains on the national grid, provides much-needed energy reserves, and saves the consumer millions of pesos. I am elated that the DOE is listening to foreign experts from USAID, NREL and other solar developers on the realities of what is happening. Without a doubt, there is resistance to change the fossilized ways of the old. The dawn of renewable energy is disrupting the energy monopoly complex. In any case, I am glad to be part of the struggle on the right side – which is the side that values the future of our children,” added De Guzman.

The question is clear: Do YOU value the future of your children?

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Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

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We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

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WHAT CAN EVERY FILIPINO DO TO COMBAT CLIMATE CHANGE?

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It’s real and it’s here

Climate change – it’s real and it’s here. It’s no longer a “what-if” scenario. Our home is literally on fire, yet it’s business as usual for the powers that be. Instead of cutting back on the incessant “coal pa more” traditional sources of energy and instead of burning oil galore, perhaps they should stop and listen to the school children cry with so much impunity because of the looming doom of their shattered futures.

And the disasters will ensue

The climate is indeed changing us. It does not care about national boundaries. It does not matter who is to blame or who polluted what. It is a simple scientific fact that global greenhouse gases trap heat and accelerate things to what we thought was unimaginable. The typhoons and string of disasters we are experiencing unleash even more destructive forces than a hundred World War 2 atomic bombs. Our summers will become relentlessly hotter and then the irrevocable will happen: we will run out of water. Ice caps and glaciers are melting so fast that we are seeing rising sea levels that threaten the very viability of our tropical islands. Unfortunately, the harsh reality is simple. The Philippines has a higher-than-average exposure to climate change.

It’s time for awareness

At Solaric, we are profoundly aware of this man-made phenomenon and humbled by the wrath of mother nature during our service in Tacloban in the wake of Typhoon Yolanda in 2013. Our entire mission and vision are centered on providing renewable energy. Climate change is a very serious issue. As renewable energy advocates, we continue to upscale our technology, devote dedicated efforts to advancements, and train thousands of students, engineers, homeowners, businessmen, environmentalists, advocates, lawmakers and fellow citizens on what solar technology is all about. In addition, we continue to make a true and significant impact by installing one solar roof at a time, tirelessly, every day throughout the archipelago. We don’t do it just to reduce the end user’s utility expenses – we do it because we want to contribute to saving our environment. We turn on the sun because we are environmentally responsible.

The question is: what about you?

There are hundreds of things you can do. Anyone and everyone can play a part in helping protect the environment and the planet. Take bold climate action. Become a renewable energy advocate. Learn about renewable energy sources and use them. Use energy wisely. Use energy-efficient light bulbs and energy-conserving appliances. Eat more meat-free meals (because eating less meat will contribute to reducing the planet’s heat). Adopt a green lifestyle. Use an electric vehicle or switch to one. Consume less so that there are less toxic wastes. Invest in a solar system. Become an active environmentalist or join a support group.

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We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

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RENEWABLE ENERGY IS THE FUTURE

There is no forever with non-renewable energy

Non-renewable energy is defined as a natural resource that comes from sources that will eventually run out or will not be replenished, even in millions of years. Some examples of non-renewable resources include fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas. These resources are constantly being drawn at a speed in which they cannot be replaced. With today’s era of high-speed developments and industrialization, the amount of non-renewable resources we consume now is simply not sustainable. As the global population continues to boom, the consumption of non-renewable resources increases proportionately, just as the demand for energy and power booms. Simultaneous to this is the real and ever-growing threat of climate change. As resources become scarce and the demand for energy continues to rise, the planet needs to find a supply that will not run out at the same pace we consume them.

The rise of renewable energy

Unlike fossil fuels, renewable energy is sustainable because it is generated by sources that will not run out. Since solar is a renewable, this resource can be used repeatedly and does not run out as it is replaced naturally. As the continuous innovation in renewable energy continues, the demand for renewable power increases and the costs to produce and deliver clean energy in the future decrease. The most significant element, however, is the fact that it offers us the benefit of decreasing our carbon footprint by offsetting the pollution caused by relying on non-renewable sources. Having better solar and panel technology and design is a good example of how far we have reached when it comes to development and innovation in green energy. The solar panels, for example, are much more efficient now and better at converting the sun’s rays into emission-free energy. The costs are also much lower now too compared to before.

Taking advantage

The sun, as long as it continues to shine, will no doubt provide us with an unlimited source of energy. Harnessing the sun’s power will help in this time on which we should be more aggressive in shifting towards a clean energy future. Now is the time to stop depending on non-renewable sources and instead focus on a much more versatile, clean, and sustainable source of energy.

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Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

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If you also want to #TurnOnTheSun then give us a call at 5040092 or 09178603141 or 09083775577, email info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph

We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

At Solaric, we Turn on the Sun.

4S: SOLAR, SUSTAINABILITY, SAVINGS, SAVING THE PLANET

You can never go wrong with solar

Solar is a great investment, and a wise environmental upgrade for individuals who are determined to look for other means to reduce their energy costs, reduce their carbon footprint, and increase their property value. Whether your reasons for going solar are personal, financial, or environmental, solar power is sure to offer you something that will make the investment completely worth it.

Keeping it short and simple

Solar energy works by capturing the sun’s energy and converting it into electricity that can be used in homes and businesses. This begins when the sunlight hits the solar panels. The panels then convert this energy to a current which flows to an inverter that converts the DC to AC – the energy that you can use to power your home. It is that simple and straightforward. This energy development is now the number one trend in tropical countries, making it efficient, easily available, and affordable to end consumers.

Sustainability

With the constantly increasing demand for energy, the need for clean, safe, and sustainable energy that meets the needs of the present population without compromising the future generation is becoming the ultimate concern of this generation. This is where solar energy comes in, because it is a free, unlimited, safe, clean, and sustainable source of energy, and will be available readily for the next 5 billion years. Unlike other energy sources, solar energy is unbounded compared to fossil fuels which are limited and running low. It is definitely a no-brainer that the sun is one of the most feasible and important sources of renewable energy – guaranteed to generate long-term assurance of energy. As long as the sun continues to exist, we will be able to produce and enjoy green energy.

Achieving ROI

Investing in producing your own power means that you will be less dependent on the utility company, and therefore less dependent on the grid. You will be able to accumulate savings on your energy bill every day as long as the sun shines. Additionally, when your system generates more power than what you consume, the excess or surplus power is exported or sold to the utility company. This can offset your night time and weekend energy usage which is how you’ll be able to achieve your ROI and make your system more beneficial.

Saving the planet

Solar requires very little maintenance, eliminates the carbon dioxide emissions to the atmosphere, reduces your carbon footprint, and reduces your dependency on non-renewable energy sources, thus providing fully clean energy for years to come. When you go solar, you become a renewable energy advocate, you reduce your carbon footprint, and you help save and protect the planet.

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Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

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We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

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THE PHILIPPINES: WALKING TOWARDS THE RENEWABLE ERA

Solar rooftop installations make a perfect environmental and economic choice for the tropical Philippines. The Philippines has one of the highest electricity rates in the region, but it is also blessed with abundant sunshine. With only partial roof coverage by solar panels, most businesses and homes can generate all the energy they need with surplus energy that can easily be shared with the grid when it is needed the most.

Last summer, a number of red and yellow alerts were issued midday because the Luzon grid could not keep up with the increased demand due to the summer heat. Much needed energy was bought at peak rates of well above P15 pesos per kWh to keep the grid from collapsing. However, government policy still favors the use of diesel peaking plants and lucrative ancillary charge contracts to maintain these much-needed fossil-driven reserves. Leading countries are mandating that all new construction requires solar to mitigate climate change. In the Philippines as of today, less than 1% of the 1% available roof space has solar panels on them.

The Renewable Energy Act of 2008

The Renewable Energy Act of 2008 was set to encourage the use of renewable energy such as solar rooftops. However, the early adopters that went solar are at a gross disadvantage because of the valuation of Net Metering credits. Surplus solar energy is being purchased by the utility company at a blended generation charge, which is well below the average price of daytime electricity coming from a distant power plant. This surplus power gets used up within the immediate neighborhood, meaning there is virtually no systems loss. There have been double counting of profits from utilities stemming from padding the costs of energy sold from a solarized home to its next-door neighbor and usurious interconnection fees that can cost more than the solar panels themselves. More than 2,500 solarized homeowners and businesses are getting shortchanged by a tune of P49M a year by conservative estimates. In addition to questionable valuation of solar export, which is in contrary to the law and to global practices, there is an arbitrary maximum cap on the size of solar installations in order to qualify for the net metering program regardless if it is being used for a home or a large shopping mall.

Current prices of solar

The prices of solar installations have dropped by more than 92% since 2008. A Toyota Landcruiser costs more than the maximum 100kWp solar installation under net metering regulations. Many industry players and even government institutions are lamenting that the war on climate change is hamstrung by bygone protectionist regulations. If the Philippines wants to transition to the future, she has to walk on over to the renewable era and embrace the reality that we can no longer burn coal with wanton abandon.

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If you also want to #TurnOnTheSun then give us a call at 5040092 or 09178603141 or 09083775577, email info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph

We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

At Solaric, we Turn on the Sun.

THE SHIFT TO RENEWABLES

Let’s talk about power plants

Electricity is the most exciting form of energy that human beings have discovered so far. Power plant boilers, steam turbines, and generators are three driving forces in a power station. The power plant boiler is the primary source of steam in most utility and industrial facilities.

Yet the fact remains

With the power of common electricity comes the other half of the story. Did you know that burning tons of coal is needed in order to power a plant boiler so as to produce electricity? In the earlier days, this cause-effect action-reaction fact was inconsequential. Now, however, we are experiencing the by-products of fossil fuel power plant operation. We now have to consider long-term global consequences.

The science behind fossil fuel combustion

Fossil fuel power plant operation results in by-products. The combustion of fossil fuels results in gas containing carbon dioxide and water vapor. Such substances are pollutants, including nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides. Coal-fired plants result in mercury, fly ash, and other traces of metals. Imagine all these elements discharged into the air that we breathe. Now, carbon dioxide and other pollution in the air are what lead to the ozone layer depletion or the gradual thinning of the upper atmosphere of the earth’s surface. Due to various human activities, the chemical compounds that contain gas released to the air is what causes climate change. The result? Humans suffering in extreme temperatures.

Then there’s climate change

They say 2019 really is the hottest year in recorded human history. Yes, the last four years were the hottest years in terms of global temperature records. This validates ongoing, continuing, long-term climate change. Yes, there is in fact an urgent need to address global warming and climate change. The planet is experiencing increased temperatures and extreme weather conditions, including more constant natural disasters. The sea ice cover is melting in the Arctic and Antarctica. The ice sheets in Greenland and Antarctic are getting smaller. This is the reality of 2019. What will happen in the coming years?

What now?

The global goal is to reduce or eradicate greenhouse gases. How? Renewable energy. Make that shift to renewable energy in order to reduce carbon footprint, reduce waste, reduce gas emissions, and steer the planet towards a clean, safe, healthy, and sustainable future. Solar is in high demand because it is a strong power source that everyone can utilize. Using photovoltaics, the sun’s energy is converted to electricity.

What you can do about it

Everyone can take part in saving the environment. Simply investing in rooftop solar is already one surefire way to protect the environment by reducing your carbon footprint.

“It is time for serious changes for the sake of the next generation,” said Mike De Guzman, President of Solaric Corp. “We need to take global warming and climate change seriously. We need to go to battle and the only way to come through is to shift to a sustainable lifestyle with renewable energy.”

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Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

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Contact the solar experts

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If you also want to #TurnOnTheSun then give us a call at 5040092 or 09178603141 or 09083775577, email info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph

We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

At Solaric, we Turn on the Sun.

ROOFTOP SOLAR: PROS AND CONS

Weighing the Advantages and Disadvantages of Rooftop Solar

The science behind rooftop solar

The sun is known to be a powerful source of energy, having provided light and heat for thousands of years, shining energy that can be harnessed by installing solar panels on the rooftop. Fact tidbit: The energy that the sun provides our planet for one hour can fulfill the global energy needs of the planet for one year. This is why solar is now a very hot topic and is the most trending energy in renewables. It has a wide range of benefits and advantages, especially when compared to other sources of energy. Let us look closely and determine if the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

The Advantages of Solar

Use a clean, safe, healthy, sustainable and renewable energy source

This is the most crucial and most important fact about solar. It is available daily every time the sun is out, and we will not run out of sunlight for at least another 5 billion years.

Pay lower electricity costs

No matter which part of the world you live in, if you go solar, you will harvest the sun’s energy whenever the sun is out. As a result, you will use less power from the grid, and this translates to lower electricity expenses. The size of your solar panel system will determine how much savings you will experience. Additionally, if you go solar with a grid-tie system, you can get credited for the excess power generated by your system. This power, which is exported to the grid, will translate to even more savings.

Protect the planet

When you are on solar, you will be using power from a clean energy source. This means you will not be contributing to the burning of fossil fuels. In other words, this means you will have a lower carbon footprint. In essence, you are helping the rest of the world battle climate change and global warming with reduced greenhouse gas emissions. In simple words, you are helping to save and protect the planet.

The Disadvantages of Solar

Cost

In the past, purchasing a solar panel system was expensive. Equipment prices were high and typically included: solar panels, batteries, inverters, wires, installation, and more. Now, however, with further advancements in solar technologies, other types of systems have become more popular and batteries are no longer necessary in grid-tie systems. Solar panel prices have dropped down dramatically. This has paved the way for much lower costs of solar systems, making it more financially and economically feasible to purchase one outright.

Storage is still expensive

As mentioned, batteries are expensive, and they are required for energy storage. In power-starved areas or in areas where grid power supply is intermittent, then off-grid systems or hybrid systems are more ideal. In such cases, batteries are required in order to store solar energy that cannot be collected during the night time. The prices of batteries have not decreased, despite increased demand in the market today.

Solar systems take up space and are heavy

Naturally, solar panels take up space and weigh about 20 kilograms each. Rooftop solar will only be ideal if the structural assessment of the roof is considered and recommended as viable.

Now that advantages vs. disadvantages have been explored, it is evident that the advantages of solar far outweigh the disadvantages in terms of substance and long-term results. Think about the benefits and the future generation.

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We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

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HOW SOLAR AND RENEWABLES CAN SAVE THE CLIMATE

What’s up with carbon emissions?

Carbon dioxide emissions are usually associated with and caused by the burning of fossil fuels like oil, coal, and gas. Globally this year, carbon emissions hit 415 parts per million. This rate of carbon emissions would mean that the atmospheric carbon will be catastrophic in less than 15 years. The entire world is now already experiencing the effects of such, including the Philippines. We are now finally understanding that the effects include hotter temperatures, rising sea levels, and more devastating typhoons and natural disasters.

What can we do?

“Given our environmental predicament, I think it’s crucial for the Philippines to start investing aggressively in climate adaptation and to adjust responsibly to changes caused by climate change and global warming,” said Jade De Guzman, Vice President of Solaric Corp.

Adaptation or mitigation?

According to Wikipedia, the top five nations with the highest carbon dioxide emissions in the year 2017 were China, the United States, India, Russia, and Japan. They will need to make that big switch from fossil fuels to renewable energy. It is clear that adaptation comes hand in hand with mitigation because we need to reduce the carbon footprint of the planet.

What now?

Unfortunately, despite global efforts and even the Paris Agreement, fossil fuels still account for more than 2/3 of the world’s energy requirements. Even worse, carbon emission continues to increase because of increased fossil fuel consumption. Despite these facts and globally available updates, coal plant capacity is set to expand in various parts of the world, including the Philippines, which wants to double coal plant capacity.

“It is in the interest of our country to put her foot down and start implementing real action steps towards a clean, safe, and sustainable future. The good news is that solar is now widely available in the mainstream. The cost is competitive and within the same range of the cost of fossil fuel sources,” added De Guzman.

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Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

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Contact the solar experts

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If you also want to #TurnOnTheSun then give us a call at 5040092 or 09178603141 or 09083775577, email info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph

We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

At Solaric, we Turn on the Sun.

WHAT FACTORS INFLUENCE THE COST OF SOLAR?

The cost of going solar

There are thousands of debates and as many misconceptions about solar and its costs. Since it is a relatively new power source in the Philippines, then solar energy education must be ongoing, so that the general population is given the privilege to understand solar power in its essence. The price of solar can vary, depending on numerous factors that go into installing a residential solar panel system or residential solar system. Every home is unique: own style, roof space, needs, power consumption, utility bill, household members, budget, and more. There is no answer that applies to everyone. There is no “one size fits all”.

Factors that influence

It is important to tackle the factors and variables that contribute to the cost of a solar panel system.

Power consumption and electrical demand

One of the most essential factors that the homeowner has control over is the amount of electricity or power that is used each month. Every house has electrical appliances, such as air conditioning units, refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, fans, electronics, home entertainment systems, computers, gadgets, kitchen appliances, etc. Again, everything varies from home to home. Homeowners can examine their monthly electric bills over the course of a year to understand their electrical demand and power consumption. In doing this, they can then calculate their average monthly usage in kilowatt-hours (kWh. This is one factor that can determine the solar capacity needed by the home, in order to offset their home’s electricity usage. Most homeowners want to go solar because they want to reduce their bill. However, others want to eliminate their bill – they want none other than the #ZeroBill. In any case, a solar panel system can typically reduce utility expenses from 35% to 75%.

Budget

Another determining factor to acquire solar energy is budget. The homeowner needs to purchase a solar system large enough to offset electric expenses used by the home each month. There are other things that can be done to make a home energy-efficient. Homeowners can reduce electrical demands too by using energy-conservative appliances and supplies (such as inverter aircon and LED bulbs).

Roof stuff

One critical consideration is roof space. The amount of space available on the roof determines the number of solar panels that the home can accommodate. The type of roof is also another factor: clay tile, GI sheet, roof deck, etc. A roof that is not oriented to the west or south or a roof that has too shallow or too steep of an angle or pitch will not be as efficient as a rooftop solar installation with optimal orientation and pitch.

Choice of solar panel brand

Then the type and brand of solar panels are also factors. Monocrystalline, polycrystalline or thin-film? Blue or black? Tier one panels? What brand? How many watts per panel? It is also wise to calculate cost per watt for the entire solar system, and to factor in efficiency, performance, and warranty.

“We have clients from all over the archipelago, with different energy goals and energy requirements. We first have to look at these things and understand them. Then we design the solar system in accordance with what is best suitable for that client,” emphasized Solaric President Mike De Guzman. “What does the homeowner want? Does he want to cut his bill in half? Or, does he want to eliminate his bill? He has to decide what his goal is.”

Turning on the sun

At Solaric, we appeal to Filipino sensibilities of approachability, service, and value. Before we give a quotation, we learn how you use energy. We determine the best ways to maximize your return on a hard-earned investment. We present different strategies to ensure that you achieve your solar goals. We want to ensure reduced expenses and increased savings so that you make that one-time wise business and environmental investment. We always do our best to deliver fast, efficient, and thorough customer service. We are in the business of not just selling solar panels – but also enabling solar-powered lifestyles. With this, we want to provide endless satisfaction by delivering Solaric Service Satisfaction, ranging from permanent reduction of electric bills to the ultimate ZERO bill.

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If you also want to #TurnOnTheSun then give us a call at 5040092 or 09178603141 or 09083775577, email info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph

We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

At Solaric, we Turn on the Sun.