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How much electricity will a PV system produce?

PV systems produce the most electricity from spring through fall when the sun is shining. Energy production will vary, of course, depending on geography and climate. The following map (1820 KWh) (http://www.abcsolar.com/pdf/2003-03-11_500-03-014F.pdf - Page 12) provides very approximate statewide production estimates for a 2-KW roof top PV system facing due south at a 20-degree tilt. Naturally these estimates vary depending on the customer’s electricity load, the geographic location, whether tracking devices are used, weather conditions, and so on. In California, the average residential customer uses 6,500 KWh per year.

For more Education Center information:

• What is a solar electric or photovoltaic (PV) system?
• How does PV technology work?
• How does a PV Solar System Work?
• Is my home or Business a good place for a PV system?
• Do I have a good roof?
• What are the different types Of Mountings?
• How big should my PV system be?
• What features should my PV system have?
• How affordable is a PV Solar System?