I don't know what the restrictions might be in TV, but it would be a shame if you couldn't take advantage of the great exposure to sunlight most homes have. I just turned the switch on 6.5kvh of solar panels on my roof here in Connecticut, where electricity is priced like gold. The state gives a rebate and there is a 30% federal tax credit. The bottom line was that the entire system installed costs less than if I were to buy the raw panels and components off the internet. Since I already have battery backup that also gets recharged by the panels, I don't need the grid at all. However, the electrical company must buy back any unused power I generate by law. And the best thing is that when I am ready to sell my house and move south, I will have a "buyer's magnet" that will easily recoup my investment. Who doesn't want to live in a 3000 sq ft house with no electrical bills? You can spend just as much money on a swimming pool or a sports car, but you will never get as much bang for your buck as with a good solar panel system.
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