California Solar Power Home Case Studies Here are residential case studies on Akeena Solar customers. Please note that the cost analysis will vary depending on what year the solar power system was installed. Rebates drop periodically so that the analysis will change from year to year. We are providing these case studies so that you can get an idea of how you can benefit from a solar power system. California (South Bay) Solar Energy Case Study A solar energy system was designed for a 4,000 square foot house in Saratoga. This system included eighteen 165 watt solar energy modules installed on the south roof. A total of 2,970 watts of peak power generating capability is provided (based on manufacturer output ratings). Read more... California (Redwood City) Solar Energy Case Study A solar energy system was designed for a beautiful 3,500 square foot house overlooking the San Francisco Bay. This system included forty-eight 120 watt solar modules installed on the south roof (at the existing roof pitch) and north roof (at a reverse pitch facing south). Read more... California (Santa Cruz) Solar Energy Case Study A 6.2 kW solar energy system was designed for a Santa Cruz, CA residency. This system included 30 Sharp 205 watt solar energy modules and 1 Fronius 5100 inverter. A total of 6,150 watts of peak power generating capability is provided (based on manufacturer output ratings). Read more... California (San Francisco) Solar Energy Case Study A solar energy system was designed for a residence in San Francisco. This system included 18 Sharp 185 solar modules and 1 SMA 2500 UL-SBD inverter. A total of 2,970 watts of peak power generating capability is provided (based on manufacturer output ratings). Read more...