• Solar Modules - Solar modules mounted on the roof or grounds of your property convert sunlight into DC power.

• Inverter - This power is sent to a device called an inverter (or power converter) which converts the DC power from the solar modules to AC power identical to that being sent to you from the utility grid.

• Electrical Panel - Power travels from the inverter to your electrical service panel (your breaker box). The power from the electrical panel will be distributed to any electrical loads in your home.

• Utility Meter - When excess power is produced by the solar, the power will flow into the grid through your electric meter. This will cause your meter to run backwards gaining you a credit with the utility company.

• Utility Grid - The utility grid automatically provides electricity when needed — at night and during the day when your demand exceeds your solar production.

Net Metering - Net metering legislation states that the utility company must credit you at retail rates (the same rate they would have charged you). Therefore, time-of-use customers will be credited peak rates for power fed into the grid during peak hours.