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Arkansas is Trying Again to Changes Solar Rules
Arkansas is Trying Again to Changes Solar Rules
Whole Home Power Expertise
We sell and install home energy solutions by established renewable energy manufacturers with proven technology and dependable product warranties.
LibcoSolar is fully insured and Licensed in the State of Arkansas. Chuck Stewart passed his first NABCEP course in 2008 and more recently completed Enphase Storage and IQ8 Certification. We have installed multiple Enphase whole home battery systems and integrated generators. We have installed Enphase storage with the new Enphase IQ8 microinverters and with existing Enphase legacy systems. I can report that the battery systems work just as Enphase promised. A new era in residential solar has begun.
Enphase Certified Installer
Arkansas is Trying Again to Changes Solar Rules
Arkansas is Trying Again to Changes Solar Rules
Arkansas is Trying Again to Changes Solar Rules
Arkansas House Bill 1370 is up on the docket which would again allow the utilities to credit wholesale rates for power supplied to the grid by residential solar during the day... then charge full retail rates for the power used by solar homeowners at night. They have retained the grandfather clause so folks installing solar before the change can keep the full retail rate until 2040.
(Copied from the Bill)
(11)(A) Allow a net-metering customer that submitted a standard interconnection agreement to the electric utility before December 31, 2023, or has submitted a facilities agreement or equivalent document to establish an account with an electric utility and paid all costs of constructing the electric utility facilities necessary to interconnect the net-metering facility before December 31, 2023, to remain under the rate structure in effect before December 31, 2022, as set forth in § 23-18-29 606(a)(2)(A)-(G), until June 1, 2040.
Some Good News from the Feds
Congress reinstated the federal tax credit back to 30% and includes this tax year.
Home Power Technology
Arkansas is Trying Again to Changes Solar Rules
Home Power Technology
Enphase Home Energy Solution
The first complete home power system truly capable of providing grid independence. The Enphase battery adds energy storage utilizing safe and powerful LFP chemistry and incorporating Enphase reliability of redundancy with multiple IQ8 microinverter in each battery. The Enphase smart switch automatically isolates and creates a micro-grid of the home when the utility's grid fails. The system coordinates solar, batteries and a backup generator, in that order, to completely power the home.
We've been waiting a long time for a reliable home power solution that allows grid tied solar panels to work when the grid goes down.
Solar Services
Solar Site Survey
Determine Your Solar Power Potential
Let's face it, all homes are not created with equal solar access. An accurate assessment of your site is the most important place to start.
With this information we can calculate the percent reduction of your current power bills and the expected return on your investment.
Gives us a call, we generally start with a conversation and Google Earth.
Homeowner Installs
DIY SOLAR KITS
Homeowners can still self-install the new IQ8 inverters in grid-tied format only. An Enphase Certified installer is only necessary to add any of the backup options.
Our kits are made to order for your specific site and roof type and delivered to your driveway. We work with you to determine layout, design and include every part down to the nuts and bolts.
Solar Kits Include
- Highest watt solar panels available
- Enphase IQ8A or latest microinverter in grid tied format
- WIFI Communication package
- Lifetime Monitoring from any device
- Every Part for most types of mounts
- 25 Year Warranty PLUS a local company responsible for warranty claims and support.
Backup power capabilities can be added anytime in the future.
DIY Consulting Service
- Includes your utility's completed Interconnection Application forms and final net metering agreement filed with your utility under our licences.
- Full panel layout and electrical diagrams sent to you and your electrician prior to installation (Components in our systems require standard AC wiring, a common task for any electrician).
- An experienced local installer available to answer any questions or come to the rescue if needed.
Installations
We Install Home Power Plants
Pull up a lawn chair and watch LibcoSolar and our affiliates professionally install your home's own power plant. From solar to batteries, from permits to inspections, with backup generators, monitoring and service. We strive to assure homeowner satisfaction long after the sale.
Solar Spotlights
IQ8 Advantage
IQ8 Configurations
IQ8 Configurations
The IQ8 microinverters are the first ever able to generate AC power directly from sunlight. No grid, no battery, just sunshine on the panels will directly supply power to your home. Extra solar power made during the day can be stored in the Enphase batteries or sent back to the grid to lower what's left of your utility bill.
Watch this Enphase IQ8 lab demonstration video of the inverter's capabilities.
IQ8 Configurations
IQ8 Configurations
IQ8 Configurations
The IQ8 can be configured four ways:
1) grid tied solar only,
2) grid tied with essential loads backed up during sunlight hours,
3) grid tied with day and night essential loads backed up, or
4) full energy independence.
Above slide from IQ8 school shows daylight only backup without a battery.
Solar Financing
IQ8 Configurations
Solar Financing
Leasing and long term financing of solar equipment is now allowed in Arkansas by the new legislation.
BUYER BEWARE! Solar financing has become a shameful scam in States that have allowed it. If it sounds to good to be true... Read what Consumer Reports has to say.
Don't let your solar installer get involved in your personal finance. Talk to your local bank or contact a finance company directly and save thousands of dollars.
System Monitoring
Little Rock
Little Rock
Little Rock
Tap or Click Photos to Visit the public Monitoring Page for these LibcoSolar Homes
Note: These monitoring sites are for the public. Owners have a much more detailed monitoring portal. The monitoring service is included at no extra charge for the life of the system. A WIFI internet connection is all that's required.
Lake DeSoto
Little Rock
Little Rock
This is an IQ install with impressive 380 Watt panels
"I couldn’t be happier with my solar energy system as installed by LibcoSolar. Chuck did a great job all the way, from initial contact through permitting, installation, and post-installation communication. I’m proud to be producing my own electricity. Thanks, Chuck, for all that you have done.” - Steve in Hot Springs Village
Morrilton
Morrilton
Morrilton
Petit Jean Mountain
Check out the sun production on the south ridge of Petit Jean mountain. The view is pretty good too!
Roland
Morrilton
Morrilton
Tucked under Pinnacle Mountain
Detailed Monitoring Ensures Your Investment Stays Productive
Testimonials
Beebe
" My wife and I had Chuck and his crew install a system on our house at the end of 2018. Chuck still checks in with us to make sure we are happy. GREAT GUY!
Thanks. - Grant in Beebe
Sherwood
Hi Chuck, I just wanted to tell you how pleased we are with our solar system. Our electric bills have been drastically cut and I actually look forward to the first of the month to see the new bill. The system has had no problems and it’s easy to forget it’s there. I am glad that you work with us to design the system to fit our house and power needs. And tell your crew we appreciated the smooth quick installation. The world needs more renewable power generation. - Richard in Sherwood, AR
Hot Springs Village
When we contacted LibcoSolar to inquire about solar panels we were so impressed with Chuck's knowledge, integrity, and reliability from the onset. Monthly Entergy bills, often in triple digits, are now less than 1/3 of that. Our system continues to work wonderfully and is almost maintenance free. We love that we can monitor our system even when we are away from home. We strongly believe that purchasing solar power through LibcoSolar was one of the smartest decisions we have ever made! - Carole and Bill in Hot Springs Village, AR
Jasper
Chuck Stewart took care of every aspect of the installation and it only took one day to install the complete solar system. The electric company arrived, tested it and signed off on it. I could not believe how smoothly the whole installation went. My goal was to reduce my electric bill and I ended up making a new friend. I can truly say I have never had dealings with anyone that has treated me as well as Chuck Stewart. - Ed and Christa in Jasper, AR
Hot Springs Village
Our solar system has performed flawlessly, except for a few weather-related blips with our internet. With LibcoSolar constant monitoring of all the homes they install, Chuck discovered these minor problems and called us before we knew about them. We are extremely happy with our solar system and LibcoSolar and very proud of the part we are playing in the quest for green energy in the state of Arkansas. - Jim & Sandy, Hot Springs Village