re: Solar Panels - Yay or Nay

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Then you find out soar panels only last about 25 years

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This is one of the many ways i know you have no clue what you're talking about.

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uh, what?

* most residential solar panels should operate for 25 years before degradation (or reduced energy production) is noticeable.
* solar inverters generally last 10 to 15 years.
* Tier One manufacturers have higher standards, but their solar panels often have a higher output after 25 years in comparison to Tier Two or Tier Three panels. The degradation rate for Tier One solar panels is 0.30% annually compared to 0.50% for Tier Two and 0.80% for Tier Three. The catch is that Tier One panels generally cost 10% to 30% upfront.
* recent reports from NIST highlight a trend of panels failing decades before expected. For some models, there has been a spike in the number of cracked backsheets.
* if left outside for long enough, any plastic-based backsheet will start to fall apart. Some plastics deteriorate much more rapidly than others. “In the 2010 to 2012 timeframe, many modules were deployed containing polyamide-based backsheets, which presented dramatic cracking failure in as little as four years despite meeting standard requirements".
* degradation rate of solar panels has improved for the better during recent years. If you have an older model, it may have degraded faster than current industry standards.
* exposure to extreme weather, such as hail, high temperatures, and high winds, will degrade your panels faster. Prolonged exposure to extreme heat reduces a solar panel’s efficiency, compromising the capabilities of your energy system.
* Florida is one of the best states to live in if you want to use solar energy. Most residential solar panels in Florida last around 25 to 30 years