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Old 11-09-13, 09:22 AM   #17
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Here a separate meter is needed for off peak pricing and a minimum # of gals to off peak heat tank storage to get into program. I did find out that A HP DHWH could be part of that storage system. If I find one for a bargain price I think the summer savings,cooling and dehumidification a potential positive. I know summer solar water heating is at its peak but going to be grid-tied so I favor collector space for PV, which is less potential trouble in long winter area IMO.
See if there is an additional monthly charge for the extra peak meter. That may offset some of your savings from being on the program. In Oklahoma we have smartmeters so no additional meter costs or rewiring. Smartmeters are the way of the future, your utility may convert in the future.
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