Shining the Light on Solar Energy's Future

The video discusses the outlook for solar energy in the US, focusing on residential and commercial sectors. In 2018, residential solar additions are expected to decline but will rebound in 2019 due to marketing efforts and a federal tax credit. Post-2019, state incentives and cost reductions will drive growth. Commercial solar decisions are cost-driven, with businesses benefiting from reduced equipment costs.

What are the two main factors expected to drive the increase in residential solar additions in 2019?

• Increase in electricity prices

• Resumption of marketing programs and federal tax credit reduction

• Introduction of new solar technologies

• Government mandates for solar installations

What is expected to happen to residential solar investments after the federal tax credit expires?

• They will decline sharply

• They will increase significantly

• They will remain stable

• They will be supported by state incentives and cost reductions

What is the primary factor influencing commercial solar investment decisions?

• Cost-driven business decisions

• Public opinion

• Government regulations

• Environmental benefits

How do cost reductions in solar equipment affect commercial solar investments?

• They increase the complexity of solar projects

• They improve the bottom line for businesses

• They have no impact on investment decisions

• They make solar investments less attractive

Which sector is primarily discussed in the third section of the transcript?

• International solar markets

• Government solar initiatives

• Commercial solar sector

• Residential solar sector