Following the first announcement in October last year, Elon Musk has officially announced that Tesla has begun to accept solar roof orders to promote environmental protection for human life out of fossil fuels.
With the Tesla solar roof, users no longer need to set up a traditional solar panel, although the price of $ 21.85 per square foot is not low, but it will bring a better look for the user, as well as the future cost of electricity reduction. Customers wishing to purchase Tesla Solar Roofs are required to pay a $ 1,000 deposit on the official website of the brand and calculate the upfront costs required to install the appropriate solar roof. In addition, Tesla said the first generation of glass solar roofs will be provided in both gray and black versions, while the rock style and Tuscan style products will be officially launched next year, and will also visit the international market outside the United States.
This is largely dependent on the merger of Tesla last year with solar energy company SolarCity, which valued $ 2.6 billion in the deal, which was co-founded by Maersk's cousin Peter Rive and Lyndon Rive. Ske is the chairman of the board of directors of the company.
SolarCity, through its innovative long-term leasing model, allows ordinary residents to enjoy access to solar power at an affordable price. With the signing of a lease contract with SolarCity, the company is responsible for the installation, commissioning and control of roof solar panels and complete systems. Follow-up maintenance services, users can also through the smart phone App, real-time monitoring of solar power supply, to grasp the electricity and electricity costs.