[st3ve445678]

I really wish there was a "lite" solar installation offered. Something like 6-8 panels (~200w each?), installed on roof and wired into the grid for 5k or less. For a small home that could really put a big dent in the electric bill and help reduce strain on the grid at the same time. Because most people hear about the massive upfront costs and feel solar is just not that practical. Is this just not realistic or maybe not worth their time (installers)?

[markus92]

I see this a lot in The Netherlands, quite a few of my old neighbors have around 8 panels on the roof. Cost is indeed around the order of €5k and consequently makes it very accessible. And the savings are usually a very large part of the electricity bill (heating is still mostly gas).

[lovemenot]

I live in a house with a fixed awning at the front, as it was formerly a shop.

I bought a dozen flexible panels at around $1 / watt. These are very lightweight and I was able to install them on top of the awning without going on to the roof.

Not a high powered system, nor particularly efficient in terms of space. But low material cost and self-installed.

[glial]

Me too, I'd buy this.