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On Sat, 21 Dec 2024 16:30:52 -0500, Auric Hellman
<adhellman1@gmail.com> wrote:

>What's the downside?

Other than defective equipment, I'm not aware of a downside.  Its been
said recycling PV panels might be a pill, years ago, but I'm not
current on this topic.

If a person lives in Hawaii, it is prudent to have a solar setup for
water and electricity, if possible. On Moloka'i in 2023, it was 51.74
cents (US) per kW...can you say ouch?

Average Price of Electricity
https://www.hawaiianelectric.com/billing-and-payment/rates-and-regulations/average-price-of-electricity