Articles tagged with "energy-costs"
The #1 Reason Why The Solar Industry Has A Trustworthiness Gap? Costs! Part One - CleanTechnica
The article from CleanTechnica explores the primary reason behind the trustworthiness gap perceived by consumers in the solar industry: the high and often opaque costs associated with solar installations. Through reader feedback and analysis, it highlights that consumers struggle to determine the true return on investment (ROI) of solar systems due to a lack of transparency in pricing and savings projections. While solar is generally expected to offer strong financial and environmental returns, many find it difficult to get clear, straightforward information when shopping for solar solutions. A significant factor driving up costs is labor and permitting, which can constitute a large portion of the total expense beyond just the solar panels and equipment. One reader noted that equipment costs were only about 45% of what they paid installers, with labor accounting for substantial additional charges. Comparisons with other countries reveal that U.S. solar installation prices are significantly higher—about three times those in Australia and double those in the UK—partly due to regulatory and infrastructure differences. Furthermore, excessive spending on marketing and
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The article discusses a movement in Puerto Rico advocating for reunification with Spain, reflecting a desire among some residents to escape the island’s current status as a U.S. territory. Puerto Rico was a Spanish colony for over four centuries until the Spanish-American War in 1898, after which it became a U.S. possession. Although Puerto Ricans are U.S. citizens, they lack voting representation in Congress and cannot vote in presidential elections, while many do not pay federal taxes. This political limbo, combined with economic challenges such as high costs for imported goods and electricity (due in part to shipping restrictions favoring U.S.-registered vessels), fuels dissatisfaction. The movement, led by José Lara and called Adelante Reunificacionistas, seeks to make Puerto Rico the eighteenth autonomous community of Spain, citing shared language and culture as key reasons. Supporters of reunification argue that Spanish governance could help Puerto Rico overcome economic and cultural stagnation experienced under U.S. rule. The article highlights historical grievances
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