What are watts, kilowatts, and kilowatt hours?
The size of a solar electric system is often described in Watts (W) or kilowatts (kW). One kW = 1,000 W. Watts are a unit of power, just like the horsepower of an engine. They express the maximum possible output of energy the system can produce at any point in time. When sunlight strikes solar electric panels, they produce electricity that is measured in kilowatt hours (kWh). Kilowatt hours are the units of energy you buy from your utility and use in your home to run your appliances, lighting and electronics.

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1. What is Community Solar NY?
2. What is Solarize NY?
3. What are watts, kilowatts, and kilowatt hours?
4. How do I know if my home or business is suitable for solar?
5. Will the system produce electricity on cloudy days?
6. Will my system produce power if there is a blackout?
7. What sort of maintenance is required?
8. How much will I save by installing a solar electric system?
9. Will I still receive a monthly electric bill after installing a solar electric system?
10. Are state incentives available for my system?
11. Are federal incentives available for my system?