Solar Energy Solutions   (front page story continued)

Installation of a solar system is a complicated project that requires constant attention. ERG helps you manage the project, ERG is your consultant, advising you at each phase of the project. The following is a condensed version of what ERG performs as the project management team.

• Calculate the size of the system and potential investment.
• Interface and initiate the reservation request with the utility company.
• Select and interface with the civil, structural and electrical engineers.
• Secure the necessary permitting required.
• Issue Request for Proposals (RFP's) for the various installation stages.
• Civil or structural work
• Laborers (installation of mounting system and panels)
• Electrical contractors (electrical connectivity)
• Post install monitoring
• Search out and procure cost effective materials.
• Panels typically can cost approximately $3.00-$3.50 a watt.
• Mounting systems can cost approximately $.50-$.75 a watt.
• Inverters can cost approximately $.50 a watt.
• Wiring, conduit, connectors, and grid interconnects will cost approximately $.25 a watt
• Engineering, installation labor, equipment and utility interconnects can easily add another $1.50-$3.00 per watt depending on the complexity of the system, where it is mounted, and how the system is interfaced to the grid.
• Minimum of weekly reporting to the owner to insure project is on target.
• Assist with commissioning of the system.
• Follow-up with the utility and various inspection agencies to insure rebates are awarded and permits are fulfilled.
• Assistance with selection of post installation monitoring program.