A Technology in Use for Over 40 Years
Solar Panels convert sunlight into electricity. This technology is has been in use for over 40 years. It’s well-established, safe, and reliable.

Solar Makes Sense in Milwaukee 
Currently, Germany, which receives no more sunlight than we do, leads the world in the use of solar panels, generating 39% of the world’s solar energy in 2005. Milwaukee could lead the U.S. in solar energy generation.

Noiseless, Durable, and Handsome
Solar panels are noiseless and have a life expectancy of over 30 years. They can be designed to fit with the aesthetics of your home or business.

Financial Incentives Available to You

• Federal Tax Credit, enhanced starting in January 2009
• We Energies and other local utilities buy your excess solar electricity at rates higher than they charge customers. We set up the routing of your excess so that you’re selling to the utility automatically.
• Grants are available from organizations like Focus on Energy

Reasons to Install Solar Electric
Clean energy to protect the environment
Reduce your energy bills
Reduce need for more coal burning power plants
Energy Independence
Preserve the global fossil fuel supply for future generations
Investment in renewable energy technology
Encourage conservation
Educate the next generation

Track How Much Electricity You Are Generating

Time to Recover Solar Investment
How long before savings on your electric bills pay back your investment in solar panels?

• Commercial: 10-15 years
• Residential: 15-20 years

For more info:
www.focusonenergy.com
www.the-mrea.org
www.dsireusa.org