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		dhosek 3 months ago \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: How big a solar battery do I need to store all my ... I’ve been puzzled by a number of houses near me with panels on the north-facing roof. Are panels really that cheap that it makes sense or are people that stupid?

jansper39 3 months ago | [–]

I can get 450W solar panels near me for around £55(~$75) so yeah they're pretty cheap. Makes sense to cover the roof while you're up there.

testing22321 3 months ago | [–]

In many places it’s cheaper to build fences and walls with solar panels than traditional materials. I want to make my next roof out of them directly

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