Solar energy is amazing. Only downside is that it is very expensive. There are a few reasons for this; competition is minimal, architects reluctant to approve innovative unproven solar house designs, builders find that it is not profitable for them to spend excessive fees on designs and are not mainstream and salable.

My suggestion is that if you are really into it and have about $10k, gear up with some 2.5x5 PV panels, route them to your meter, and sell it back to the grid!