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| What is a 'hybrid' energy system, and what advantages do they have?
Is it true that Distributed Generation facilities have a negative effect on property values? | ||
What is a 'hybrid' energy system, and what advantages do they have? |  | |
| A hybrid energy system usually consists of two or more energy sources used together to provide a better energy supply balance. For example, solar photovoltaic panels can be coupled with wind turbines. During the winter, the wind turbine would be more efficient than solar panels, while during the summer, solar would be more efficient. Hybrid systems can make more economic sense than wind or solar alone. This technique is referred to as " hardening the supply". Many of HPG's Energy Parks are designed to include both Wind Turbines and Solar Arrays. We find this is a more effective use of the land, and our clients appreciate the fact that they have more yield ( measured in money earned ) per year. | ||
Is it true that Renewable Energy facilities have a negative effect on property values? | | |
According to surveys of tax assessors in areas with wind power projects, the answer is "No." A newly released study of 25,000 real estate sales has found no evidence of negative impacts on property values. In a majority of cases, properties that had a view of wind turbines appreciated in real estate value more quickly than nearby properties that did not have a view of the wind turbines, according to the study. This effect would seem to be related to “pride” in a ‘green’ community that is reducing it's 'carbon footprint'. | ||