Georgia the Cheapest for Solar Installation, Nationally

A new study by Compare the Market Australia has revealed that the USA is trailing behind Australia in accessible solar installation.

Georgia placed as the USA’s cheapest state for solar installation, with a rate of US$2.33/W, while Massachusetts and Maine placed at the country’s most expensive states, with a rate of US$2.87/W.

The region of New England as a tended to house the most expensive states for solar installation, with the top four highest installation cost states, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Vermont, being part of the region.

North of the border, Canadian regions tended to be similar to the USA in terms of price. Canada had the highest variance in solar installation rates, with the country’s cheapest region, Ontario, being priced at US$1.99/W, while the most expensive regions Newfoundland and Labrador, and Nunavut being priced at US$3.15/W.

Moving across the globe, Australia came in as the cheapest country for solar installation, with South Australia the cheapest overall, at a rate of US$0.52/W. Australia’s most expensive state for solar installation, Tasmania, still placed cleanly ahead of any Canadian and USA regions, with a rate of US$0.70/W.

Solar Installation Costs - USA (10 Cheapest States)

Compare the Market’s Head of Energy, Meredith O’Brien, notes that while installing solar power capabilities requires an upfront cost, the long-term savings can be worth it

“Solar energy is simply cheaper to produce than relying on the volatile price of coal and gas, plus rising network infrastructure costs such as poles and wires.” Ms. O’Brien said.

“One of the biggest deterrents to solar power is the upfront costs required for installation, but depending on the size of the unit you choose, the savings can outweigh the cost quickly.

“When signing up for energy plans with solar compatibility, it’s important to be mindful of what your typical daily energy household needs are, as well as the electricity supply and usage charges payable when the sun isn’t shining. Additionally, keep an eye out for the feed-in tariffs from each retailer to further increase the bang for your solar buck.

“Using energy comparison services can be helpful to more easily understand which retailers are right for you and your energy needs.”

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