Trees and slopes, oh my! Discover how we designed an effective solar system on this shaded and rolling property that not only exceeds production estimates but maintains the aesthetics and beauty of this gorgeous home and landscape. We work hard to get our customers what they want. This project required 44 modules. The roof area was constrained by trees, and the ground was constrained by a steep slope, property line setbacks. Additionally, we did not want to interrupt the views from the house across this lovely country property and into the woods. Our solution, split the system up by using approx. 1/3rd of the modules on the roof with microinverters (due to shade possibilities), and the remaining 2/3rds on the ground. We kept the ground array at a low slope* to better conceal it from view. It was remarkably successful and has been exceeding production estimates. *Tilt or slope of an array is not nearly as critical as orientation. 42*, roughly equal to our latitude, is good for a better average monthly production. A steeper slope will give you increased winter production, and a lower slope will give you greater summer production, which is really the best choice. Why? The ideal angle of incidence at which the sun hits a module is 90*. At our latitude, on winter solstice Dec.21st, the sun is roughly 22.5* degrees above the horizon. At summer solstice it is approximately 70* above the horizon. Therefore, when the days are longer in the summer, a lower sloped array will be closer to 90* to the sun, and since the days are longer, the collection time is greatly increased.

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Soji™ solar powered lanterns turn on to glow without the hassle of electrical cords. These elegant yet festive lanterns accordion open to a 10” round globe. They collect sunlight all day and automatically turn on at dusk to cast a beautiful glow by night Soji™ solar lanterns are handmade, constructed of heavy duty nylon for outdoor use and available in an array of fantastic colors. Our cordless Soji™ Original Lantern is equipped with two high-powered white colored LED bulbs. Also included are a stainless steel hanging handle, one AAA rechargeable battery, a photo light sensor and on/off power switch. All Soji™ Original solar lanterns include an Alligator Clip for optimal hanging. The Alligator Clip easily fits our Soji™ hanging handles, enabling easy clip on/off hanging. Each Soji™ Original cordless lantern comes with a Base Unit Accessory to convert the lantern into a table top unit if desired. Each of these two accessories is available for separate purchase to use with our other solar lanterns. For optimum glow, allow the Soji™ lantern to charge one full day in direct sunlight prior to use.

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Soji™ solar powered lanterns turn on to glow without the hassle of electrical cords. These elegant yet festive lanterns accordion open to a 10” round globe. They collect sunlight all day and automatically turn on at dusk to cast a beautiful glow by night Soji™ solar lanterns are handmade, constructed of heavy duty nylon for outdoor use and available in an array of fantastic colors. Our cordless Soji™ Original Lantern is equipped with two high-powered white colored LED bulbs. Also included are a stainless steel hanging handle, one AAA rechargeable battery, a photo light sensor and on/off power switch. All Soji™ Original solar lanterns include an Alligator Clip for optimal hanging. The Alligator Clip easily fits our Soji™ hanging handles, enabling easy clip on/off hanging. Each Soji™ Original cordless lantern comes with a Base Unit Accessory to convert the lantern into a table top unit if desired. Each of these two accessories is available for separate purchase to use with our other solar lanterns. For optimum glow, allow the Soji™ lantern to charge one full day in direct sunlight prior to use.

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