118 sats \ 3 replies \ @jeff 23 Jul \ parent \ on: Can Solar Rooftops Power the World? econ
I used to think exactly the same thing.
Until I installed some and sold a house with them.
99% of buyers, didn't even want to look at the numbers. And majority of vistors had a common theme to their comment.
"Those are ugly"
So it has to make economic sense AND be pretty.
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21 sats \ 2 replies \ @Undisciplined OP 23 Jul
That's part of the appeal of Tesla Roof style solar.
I have seen studies that show a pretty big premium for solar in home sales. It might be that it's off-putting to most buyers, but it's even more appealing to a minority.
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41 sats \ 1 reply \ @Bell_curve 23 Jul
solar panels are ugly
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41 sats \ 0 replies \ @Undisciplined OP 23 Jul
I don't think so, but most seem to agree with you. Solar roofs look good, though.
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