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Residential Solar

Welcome. These Road Map links will help you navigate through the questions and decisions that arise when considering a solar installation on your home.

Solar thermal uses the sun’s energy to heat water. There are many systems to consider -- all with proven track records.
Learn more about these systems.
Residential solar thermal
Heat your swimming pool with solar thermal
Solar thermal manufacturers
Thermal installers
Solar Electric, or Photovoltaic (PV) systems, generate electricity from the sun and represent the vanguard of renewable and pollution-free energy.
Learn more about these systems.
Residential Solar Photovoltaic
PV Manufacturers
PV Installers
Passive solar design integrates a combination of building features to reduce or even eliminate the need for mechanical cooling and heating and daytime artificial lighting.
If you’re building a new home, be sure to build according to passive solar design—the most economical use of solar energy.
Passive Solar Design fact sheet
Solar technologies successes in residential applications.
Still debating whether to use solar technologies in your home? View recent Georgia installations here.
Recent Solar installations in Georgia
   


Energy Efficiency Comes First.

Through no- and low-cost solutions homeowners can substantially reduce their energy use.

sealing leaky ductwork
properly insulating walls and attics, and
replacing wasteful appliances and light bulbs
For practical tips on energy efficiency
Visit the The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
Energy Savers website
Visit the fact sheet library on the Southface website

 

 

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