I plan to start my sixth 'peer-built' PV system next week. The concept is simple. Most people want solar but lack the capital to have it installed or the knowledge and manpower to DIY. Those are barriers that can be overcome.
Step 1: Lead by Example; Someones gotta go first.
Step 2: Invite friends over to help... and educate.
Step 3: Convince your friends to install a system, I've provided financing on multiple occasions.
Step 4: Help your friend install their system; invite other friends to help... and educate.
Admittedly there is some risk involved. I always do my best to emphasize to my friends that this is their house, their project and I'm just here to help. Seems to be working so far... less than 3 years in and I've helped install ~50kW with another 25kW on order and possibly 14 more in the que. Get Rack'n TMC :wink:
Step 1: Lead by Example; Someones gotta go first.
Step 2: Invite friends over to help... and educate.
Step 3: Convince your friends to install a system, I've provided financing on multiple occasions.
Step 4: Help your friend install their system; invite other friends to help... and educate.
Admittedly there is some risk involved. I always do my best to emphasize to my friends that this is their house, their project and I'm just here to help. Seems to be working so far... less than 3 years in and I've helped install ~50kW with another 25kW on order and possibly 14 more in the que. Get Rack'n TMC :wink: