Why Solar Makes More Sense Than Ever
- Robert Dowding
- Sep 16
- 1 min read
Over the past 30 years, something interesting has happened. The price of solar equipment has steadily gone down, while electricity prices have kept climbing. This shift makes solar a smarter investment now than ever before.

Let’s break down why solar is a better choice now that ever before, with some real numbers:
- Solar Pool Heating: A solar pool system costing around $7,800 generates about 20,000 kWh per season. Over 15 years, that works out to a fixed cost of just 2.7 cents per unit. 
- Solar Water Heating: A solar water heating system, also averaging $7,800, produces around 3,000 kWh each year. Spread over 15 years, that equals 17.8 cents per unit. 
- Solar Power Systems: A solar power system costing roughly $10,000 generates about 3,000 kWh annually. Over 15 years, that comes to 22.2 cents per unit. 
Now compare those numbers to what most households currently pay—29 cents per unit once GST is included. Suddenly, solar doesn’t just look like a green choice, it looks like the financially smart one too.
Switching to solar means locking in your energy costs for years to come, while protecting yourself from rising electricity prices. It’s not just about saving money, it’s about investing in long-term energy security and sustainability.
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