Reasons people consider solar at home: Cost savings, environment % ofhomeowners who say each is a reason they have installed or would install solar panels at home
Homeowners point to a variety of reasons for considering solar panels. A large majority of homeowners who have already installed or have given serious thought to installing solar panels say they want to help the environment (87%). And almost all (96%) say they want to save money on utility bills. A recent report also found that installing solar panels can increase a home’s value.
Reasons people consider solar at home:  | Cost savings, environment  | % ofhomeowners who say each is a reason they have  | installed or would install solar panels at home  | To save money on utility bills  | 96  | 87  | To help the environment  | To get a solar investment  | 67  | tax credit  | It would be better for my  | 60  | own/my family's health  | Note: Based on homeowners who have already installed or have  | given serious thought to installing solar panels at home Those  | saying not a reason and those not giving an answer are not shown  | Source: Survey conducted Oct 1-13 2019  | PEW RESEARCH CENTER 