Solar Research: University of Texas Studies Residential PV Solar Adoption

Varun Rai, assistant professor of Public Affairs and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas (Austin), released the preliminary findings of a study titled, Solar PV Adoption in the U.S. Residential Sector: Decision-Making & Behavior Change.

The study examined what influences residential PV installations, including contextual and attitudinal factors and the impact of electricity rates, incentives, and socio-demographics (income, home value, environmental beliefs, etc.).
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Solar Research: University of Texas Studies Residential PV Solar Adoption

Commentary

Solar Policy: Hey, President Obama: Just DO It Already

Around Solar Power World

Solar Calculator App For Androids and iPhone

Tweaking Tiny Parts Can Boost Efficiency

SolarBridge Technologies Signs Deal To Introduce Microinverters To Mexico

Videos

DIY The Cheapest Solar Panel System EVER Cheap Sol

Solar Power World Resources

eNews Contact

Connect