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Backstory to this is located here: Tesla PW price increase I currently have a 13kW (Peak) solar system that's grid tried using Enphase micro inverters, after doing a ton of research on energy storage for existing grid tied systems I ended up going with the same process Tesla uses with the PW...

I couldn't find anything and asked this question buried in a thread, and thought I'd break it out here to make it easier to find. This is how you get set up for detailed historical monitoring with Powerwalls, maybe only when added to Solar. People that have Tesla Solar are used to having...

Hi, I just got my system design and proposal. We're in NJ and I'd like any feedback, ideas, suggestions as we're new to the whole solar thing. Size: 17.33 kW ( 15,690 kWh estimated production in first year, 90% energy offset ). I have a model S which uses about 25 kWh / day to charge for my...

I am looking forward immensely to my upcoming retirement, not least because I intend to spend large chunks of the year exploring Europe on a boat - exactly which boat is yet to be determined, but it is going to be a flybridge cruiser in the 50-foot range. We will spend a few weeks on it at a...

Just as Tesla moves to online residential solar sales, Sunrun has announced their 1Q19 numbers. Lo and behold.....costs per kW installed are still absurd. $3.46/W in costs to Sunrun translates to a $89M quarterly loss. "Project value per Watt", which I guess could be referred to as a customer...

Good News: Our roof is almost perfectly south facing, we can pay cash for a solar system, and we can use every bit of the projected $11,000 Federal Tax Credit. Bad News: IF we install solar we will only install it on the portion of our roof that isn't visible from the street. This restricts...

Long time listener, first time caller in the energy category. Last year I had Tesla install a 10 kW solar system, and it was a pretty terrible experience. One inverter was wired incorrectly, the other was configured incorrectly, so I was actually capturing less than half of what the system could...

I just got my PG&E statement for January 2019 and was surprised to find (after calling into PG&E) that my net energy metering (NEM) true-up period has been reset in such a way that I’m getting billed for the month of January separately from the rest of the coming year. My previous true-up...

@winfield100 I know you saw the Moon landing - so you'll enjoy this one. Who knew? not me. @Grendal - sure you will also enjoy

Hey all, I posted some of these pics in another thread and got a few questions so thought I'd put together a post on our Solar Patio cover project we completed over the summer. We wanted to replace our backyard patio cover since it was an old warping/sagging wood structure. I wanted something...

Hi guys, long time no post. We have a newer(~5 years), energy efficient (solar/electric hybrid hot water heater, high R values, electric heat etc) home, that I initially wanted to get a propane backup generator on and passed due to noise and maintenance (plus was examining solar). We've had...

I just received a call on my mobile from someone who works at the local Tesla showroom who said he wanted a copy of my most recent electric bill (among other things) to make sure I am on the correct rate plan. I knew he was selling something and asked if he was selling the battery wall, to which...

Ordered a FLIR phone attachment mostly for fun (sure, sure I had some excuse about checking my insulation ;)) Anyway, took some photos of my panels in the height of the day. I was surprised to see them actually cooler than my roof surface. Figured they would be hotter. Here is my East...

Does anyone know why it's near impossible to allow contractors to install solar in VA? I've been trying to get Tesla to sell me a solar package, but they can't because they can't get through the permitting process still like 6 years later ( started by solar city )

TLDR: I am only seeing a peak output of around 8.5kW for my 11.34kW system. Tesla says it is normal. Is it? Been keeping an eye on my system just through the Tesla app and the minimal data available on MySolarCity. (I don’t know that I am savvy enough to hook up any of the more...

The plane – SolarStratos THE AIRPLANE AT A GLANCE Length 8.5 meters Wingspan 24.9 meters Weight 450 kg Autonomy more than 24 hours Propulsion propeller, 2.2 m, 4 blades Engine electrical, max. 32 kW / 2200 rpm Engine efficiency 90% Two seater in tandem Energy solar Solar cells 22 m2 Cells...

I got a lot of info from these forums and I felt I should share my experience w/ the M3. Delivery Sign up: 3/31/16? - line waiter first day Config: 4/15 ISA / VIN: 5/11 Delivery: 5/19 Location: San Diego Black Premium Long Range ISA experience - The guy was nice, but I did not get the final...

I started talking to a company about solar panels on the house and they have put together a proposal (I haven't seen yet -- meeting is set for tomorrow) that includes an EV charger with the inverter. Some basic info for the inverter's charger (more details in the link above): 240V at 40amps...

Can you drive around the M25 (on autopilot) using only energy from the sun? Yes you can! Total energy used 38.2 kWh, total energy supplied to car last week from sun 49.1 kWh. video coming soon.

Dilemma! We lose all roadside assistance even if extended warranty taken out and I suspect goodwill from Tesla based on my questions to a service centre. OR - upgrade to newer used car at +£40k only to lose 30k in next couple of years. Makes me wonder if a Tesla REALLY is a good idea - the...

Does anyone have any idea how the solar referral process works? I've been lucky enough to get a few referrals via social media (without contact info to follow up)... So, I am curious how long from the time a contact requests a quote does Tesla actually reach out and/or provide a quote to a...

Would love to hear your thoughts? I'm interested in purchasing Tesla solar. I want to pay cash, no loans. I desire the system to support the following connected devices: Tesla P100D | 12000 W charger Washer/Dryer | 1100 W All electric Kitchen | 5500 W Household lights | 500 W 4 ton Central...

After a very long wait, we finally had the crews out to install our solar and 2 Powerwall units yesterday and today. Process via Tesla Energy was not trouble free as the panels they installed today weren't the panels we asked for. We wanted the black/black 315W panels but ended up with a...

I have a new 10k system with a SolarEdge inverter and SolarEdge optimizers. SolarEdge just sent me login credentials for their dashboard, which I also used for logging in using the SolarEdge monitoring app on my phone. I can now see data about my system's power generation; however, I thought I...

Has anyone seen this post make the news in the blogs? The IRS provided a response to an individual taxpayer that, given certain configuration considerations, a Powerwall Installation which integrated with an existing PV installation is eligible for the ITC. The battery characteristics...

Up for sale one new never used set of Panoramic Roof Sunshades (for sunroof) $115 including shipping via USPS medium flat rate to contiguous US. Images of actual item for sale Images & Description from Tesla Online Store: Constructed of lightweight mesh fabric with a collapsible...

Done some research on this trying to see how I can maxmise use of solar while ensuring I still have enough charge in the Powerwall and car by a set time of day. It seems you can't at the moment unless you use an OpenEVSE charger instead and use code to control the charge rate. Some have modded...

SA gov has teamed up with Tesla again. Hopefully other states and Federal gov get on board. http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-02-04/elon-musk-tesla-to-give-solar-panels-batteries-to-sa-homes/9394352

Instead of more centralised batteries like the one at Hornibrook SA (!00Mwhrs) why cant we use our own parked cars? You would need three phase power, cooperation from Tesla & compensation from power companies. However you would also be able to charge at Chardemo levels 50kWs. Ill assume that...

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I read all these posts on here about SGIP and load vs efficiency. My brain hurts. Are you guys overthinking or am I underthinking? I told Tesla I want four Powerwalls to go with my 10kw solar already installed. I'll get the 30% fed rebate and charge the batteries off the panels. I don't...

I am in the Chicagoland area and wanted to see if anyone has had an Powerwall installation in IL and who they used. I just took the plunge and placed a deposit. I currently have a 10k solar system with battery back up (golf cart batteries ugh!) and a NG generator. Hoping a Powerwall can replace...

Hi, all... How do I track MySolarCity referrals that I've made? Apologies if I'm missing an obvious link... Rich

When the landlord/owner next door moved with his wife into his house after 20 years of renting it out; the first thing he did was put in a brand new central air conditioning unit, which probably provided much better living conditions than the existing window A/C units. As a renter myself...

I charge my Model S entirely from Solar power in an off grid location. When the sun goes behind a cloud I need to adjust the charge rate down a bit so I don't flatten the house battery. To do this I need to talk to the wall charger to tell it how much it can have dynamically. I am 99.9% certain...

I was really excited for Tesla to come out and give me a quote on going solar for my new house. We explored a bunch of options but had sticker shock when the initial estimate came back at $4.30 per Watt (I live in MA). The salesman said that I should get a few quotes and they'd match the lowest...

My MX75 order was confirmed on December 14, 2017. Still haven’t received a VIN. Projected delivery date is the second half of February but I worry it will be later given the M3 production ramp up. And, I have been surprised at how antsy I am to get this car. I just want to take a nap and wake up...

Burrowing Owl Estate Winery, has installed eight charging stations (4 Tesla and 4 Universal) in December. They are powered by a 50 kW solar array. Environmental Policy - Burrowing Owl Winery

Hi there, I just found out that I missed the updated referral by a day, and instead of being able to get a nice black wall charger, I instead get a Solar Roof token instead. My roof doesn't need to be replaced for many years, so willing to give this to someone. Would love to trade for a...

An Oxford study said that it would take the power of 4000 homes to charge a Tesla semi. I ran the numbers myself and found that solar panels on 5 or 6 rooftops would supply enough energy for a Tesla Semi's annual needs (link). The Oxford study seems to be framed to put the Megacharger's needs...

Tesla/Solar City doesn't offer solar options for flat roof homes in the northeast. They offered no advise as to which solar company could assist, and no information regarding the development of a Solar City option for modern flat-roofed homes. Just to be clear, lots of flat roofed homes and...

EDITOR’S NOTE:  This is a sponsored post from Renewz, a provider of smart, solar canopies. I’m a Tesla owner and fan, ever since I visited the Fremont factory in May 2012 where I saw the very first battery packs being tested. At that time, I was there to help them with designs for their...

Okay this might be a bit speculative for what we normally talk about here, but there's also a lot of folks here thinking about the long-term and specifically the long-term energy landscape. So: we're rapidly entering an era of (almost-)free, clean, ubiquitous energy. If we're at 1.7c/kwh solar...

We have a home with a flat roof located on the eastern-end of Long Island in NY. We also have a power wall 2 on order and would like to add solar panels. Solar City/Tesla does not install panels on flat-roofed homes located within northeastern states. Presumably because of the potential weight...

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This is currently posted on the PW FAQ: Can Powerwall charge my Tesla vehicle or an EV? Yes, Powerwall can provide stored solar energy to your EV through your home electrical panel. However, there is no direct connection between Powerwall and the EV wall connector. Powerwall FAQs Color me...

I had my wall installed yesterday. I got connection errors all day yesterday (on the app) but the app is now running fine. My Power Flow screen shows 1.6kW from solar with 1.4 going to the grid and the remaining .2 going to the home. Nothing is going to the wall and it is greyed out. Reserve...

I'm planning on getting solar installed on my home but my AHJ requires plans to be stamped by a PE. Does anyone know a PE in FL that would be willing (for a fee ofcourse) to review and stamp my permit package (if they agree with the design of course). I've called over 10 companies locally and...

While putting solar cells on passenger EVs doesn't make a whole lot of sense, it may be more practical to put them (and maybe some storage) on the trailers that electric Semis pull. Think about it: Lots of flat surface area Typically in the sun a lot Appearance is not an issue Even when not...

Hi, all... I'm looking for your opinions on an home install that Tesla Energy is currently designing for us. I know many of you have done your full due diligence on the economics of your systems, many of which are also in Northern California... as a solar newbie, I'm hoping to get feedback on...