Google’s 'Project Sunroof' tool,
. . . reveals the vast untapped potential for,
. . . rooftop solar installations in the U.S.
The tool uses data from:
. . . . . . Google Maps,
. . . . . . Google Earth, combined with 3D modeling,
. . . . . . Machine learning for the research, while
. . . . . . Calculating and taking into account
. . . . . . Weather patterns, and the
. . . . . . Position of the sun at different times of the year.
The tool’s search function,
. . . allows users to find the solar electricity potential,
. . . of individual roofs.
In addition, Project Sunroof advises on,
. . . . . . the best size solar installation for your property,
. . . . . . estimates how much energy it will generate, and
. . . . . . how much it would cost to buy or lease the panels.
3-21-2017 Source: 80% of US rooftops good for Solar
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80% of US rooftops good for #Solar
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