Controlling Your Solar Power System: Optimizing Performance and Efficiency

At Controlling Systems, we’re passionate about providing sustainable energy solutions for Colorado homeowners. Going solar offers a fantastic opportunity to reduce your energy bills, increase your home’s value, and minimize your environmental impact.

While the federal solar tax credit is no longer available for residential systems installed in Colorado, there are still various incentives that can make investing in solar power a wise decision.

• Property Tax Exemption: The added value of your solar panel system is conveniently exempt from property taxes in Colorado, further boosting your savings.
• Sales Tax Exemption: Enjoy a 2.9% state sales tax exemption when purchasing a home solar system, making the initial investment even more attractive.
• Net Metering: With net metering, you can earn credits for any excess solar energy your system generates. These credits can be used to offset your future electricity bills, maximizing your savings and potentially even leading to net zero electricity costs.

Other benefits include:

• Maximized Power Output: A key function of solar energy systems is Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT). MPPT algorithms constantly adjust the voltage and current of your solar panels, ensuring they operate at their maximum power point under varying weather conditions. This translates to increased energy production throughout the day.
• Enhanced System Safety: Solar energy systems monitor various parameters like voltage, current, and environmental conditions. If any irregularities are detected, the system can automatically shut down or adjust operations to prevent damage to your equipment. This allows for optimal performance for the system in all situations.
• Improved Renewable Energy Sources: Solar energy systems can integrate with smart home systems, allowing you to monitor your energy consumption, producing real-time data about energy demand, potentially reducing excess energy and energy costs.
• Remote Monitoring and Control: Advanced solar energy systems allow for remote monitoring and control of your solar energy system from anywhere via a smartphone or computer. This enables you to check system performance, troubleshoot issues, and even adjust settings remotely for added convenience.