Solar Energy

With the introduction of the MicroFit program  and Fit Program in 2009 the Ontario Power Authority (OPA) enabled the development of eco-friendly solar power generation.
Ontario's plans for solar electricity production are divided into two programs: the MicroFIT (feed-in tariff) program for smaller programs, under 10 kilowatts, and the FIT program where larger parcels of land,  are used to produce 10 kilowatts of power or more.
If you are a homeowner, farmer or small business owner, you have an opportunity to develop a very small or “micro” renewable electricity generation project (10 kilowatts or less in size) on your property.
Under the microFIT Program, you will be paid a guaranteed price for all the electricity your project produces for at least 20 years.  Larger projects will fall under the Fit Program rules.
Orser Technical is an experienced Dealer and Installer of Canadian Solar and EthoSolar Systems.
An EthoSolar System, meets the Ontario Content (40%) criteria for the program.  The systems available are Fixed or Roof Mount,or a Tracking System. The return on investment can work out to between 12-15.5% (depending on the system you choose). (comparison charts)

Fixed Systems
Solar panels are mounted on a frame, which sits on concrete blocks. The fixed system will produce up to 9.6kW/h for an approximate average of 4-4.2 hrs. per day in optimal yearly conditions.

Roof Mount Systems
Solar panels are mounted on aluminum tracks fastened to the roof of an existing building. The roof mount system will produce up to 9.6kW/h for an approximate average of 3.8-4 hours per day. Roof mount systems are only suitable for roofs that are both south facing and structurally strong enough (usually newer buildings).

Tracker systems
Solar panels are mounted on a Deger tracking device, which follows the sun to produce maximum energy production per day. The Deger dual axis trackers have the capability of approximately 40% greater efficiency than a fixed or roof mount system or an average of 5.6 - 6 hours of sun per day.
The advantages of installing a Solar System

• 13% - 15% (fixed system/roof mount) 14% - 15% (tracker system) return on investment for 20 years
• Quick payback period (less than 10 years)
• Virtually no work for a consistent passive income
• Hassle free purchase and installation
• Tax Advantages - 50% CCA (25% tax write-off first year, 50% each year following on the remaining balance)
• Installing a Solar PV System makes your farm eligible for a grant of up to $5,000 through the Environmental Farm Plan. (Section 27 - 3rd Edition)
• Do your part in creating a healthier environment by generating "green" or renewable energy which helps replace coal-fired generation and reduces greenhouse gases and other pollutants.