A Stupid Example

DiscoveryChannel.ca - BC Hydro - Powersmart

"I think by the end of Year One, if my projections turn out to be right, I think I will have generated around 5,000 kilowatt hours," says Jeremy.

This guy admits spending $35,000 to get only $350 worth of annual solar electricity (at 7 cents per kilowatt hour).

If he spends 1% of that initial investment on annual maintenance and repairs, he's down to a 0% return.

Note that Jeremy is doing this because he believes Al Gore's claim that there is "no debate" on climate.