Applied Solar Inc. (APSO.OB) Launches Solar Communities Program to Shed Light on Solar Industry Challenges and Changes
While renewable energy has gained immense support and popularity, the high upfront costs associated with residential rooftop solar panels oftentimes outweigh the long-term benefits. Even with federal incentives, spending about $20,000 to install a 2kW solar panel system doesn’t sit well with many Americans, especially in the middle of a recession. Many people just simply can’t afford it. In an effort to increase solar energy use by addressing costs, aesthetics and other challenges that may keep consumers at bay, solar energy solutions provider Applied Solar Inc. (APSO.OB) today announced it has kicked off its Solar Communities program in San Diego…