5 Reasons Why Americans Overwhelmingly Want Solar

The Schott Solar Barometer, an annual national report, confirmed that Americans overwhelming want and support the growth of solar power.   With 94% of Americans behind the expansion of solar energy, this is an astounding sign of enthusiasm.

General Findings:

1. Support has remained unchanged over the last three years. This is the third year in a row the study was conducted by independent pollster, Kelton Research.  In all three years, the results were similar showing that support is unchanged.  In 2008 and 2009, 92% and 94% respectively approved of development and funding for the solar industry.
2. Endorsement for solar is similar between party lines.  Renewable energy is not and should not be a red or blue issue, and the study showed it isn’t.  92% of Republicans, 94% of Independents, and 98% of Democrats believe in the expansion of solar energy.
3. Americans want subsidies to go to solar, not fossil fuels.  The study by Schott confirmed that 80% of Americans want to see subsidies transferred from fossil fuels to solar.  People are ready for a change. We have an addiction to fossil fuels that threatens our national and economic security.
4. About half of those considering solar energy on their home or business plan on moving forward in less than a year.  Americans not only support the solar industry, but would like to incorporate solar into their daily lives.
5. 1 in 2 people in this country would be willing to pay more for clean, green solar energy. The people of this nation realize it is the right thing – not only environmentally, but for our national security and competitiveness.  We lost the fight for fossil fuels; let’s not lose our place in the growing renewable energy industry.

There has been a lot of talk about making a commitment towards sustainable energy and not enough action—a commitment that will make us self-sustaining and stronger as a nation.  We can each do our part by incorporating more energy efficient practices into daily life and utilizing renewable energy sources, like solar.  To learn more if solar power will work for your home or business, you can sign up for a free solar evaluation with us anywhere in Massachusetts or Connecticut.