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SOLAR ENERGY WORLD TO HOST A FREE SOLAR WORKSHOP & ROOF TOUR FOR MARYLAND HOMEOWNERS SATURDAY JUNE 25, 2016 10:30AM - 12:30PM

FREE with RSVP by Monday June 20, 2016 OR $20 without RSVP at-door Register online at www.MySolarWorkshop.com or call 888-485-1909

Solar Energy World, a locally owned and operated Solar System Design and Installation Company that runs its own facility on solar electricity, is hosting a Free Solar 101 Workshop for Homeowners from the Baltimore/DC metro area on Saturday June 25, 2016 from 10:30 AM -12:30 PM at the headquarters in Elkridge, Maryland.

Attendees will receive a tour of the company’s solar system that was designed and installed by Solar Energy World’s own employees. During the tour a certified solar analyst will explain how the solar energy system produces electricity and how a similar, scaled down system can work for a home. During the classroom portion of the workshop, attendees will learn how to obtain solar grants, financial incentives and tax breaks, how a solar system generates income for homeowners and how to calculate the return on investment from the purchase or lease of a solar system.

Come to The Solar 101 Workshop to learn about…

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The state of the solar industry, green jobs and environmental benefits

• How solar works in the local climate

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• The latest solar technologies

• The Costs & financial incentives for homeowners

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In addition, participants will be treated to a free continental breakfast of pastries, coffee and fruit and will receive a free information package about the solar industry. Space is limited - so registration by Monday June 20th is required for free admission at www.MySolarWorkshop.com or by calling 888-485-1909.

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