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Tour de Romandie Women's Race Causes Controversy Over Rider Tracking System
The Tour de Romandie, a renowned women's cycling race, is currently causing a stir due to a controversy over a tracking system for riders. The controversy arose before the start of the race, casting a shadow over this year's event.
In a dramatic turn of events, French cyclist Pauline Ferrand-Prevot emerged victorious in the overall race. She clinched the victory through a solo ride on Saturday, securing her place in the history books of women's cycling. Ferrand-Prevot, a Frenchwoman, has added the Tour de Romandie to her impressive list of victories.
The controversy surrounding the tracking system for riders has overshadowed Ferrand-Prevot's achievement. The details of the dispute are yet to be fully disclosed, but it is understood that concerns have been raised about the effectiveness and privacy implications of the system.
While the controversy continues to unfold, let's turn our attention to the cost of solar panel systems, another topic generating interest. In 2025, the average cost of a solar panel system including installation generally ranges from about $11,677 for a 5 kW system up to around $28,000 for a 10 kW system before incentives.
The federal investment tax credit (ITC) of 30% can significantly reduce this cost. For instance, in California, a 5 kW solar system costs about $11,677 before incentives, and the 30% federal tax credit can reduce this cost significantly if installed before the end of 2025. Nationwide, average costs range around $3.04 per watt, so a 5 kW system might cost roughly $15,200 before incentives, and a 10 kW system around $28,000 before incentives.
After applying the federal ITC, a typical 10 kW system costing $28,241 can effectively drop to about $19,873. It's important to note that costs include equipment (panels, inverters), mounting hardware, labor, permitting, design, overhead, and profit. Soft costs (permits, marketing, administration) form a significant portion of the total.
The type and quality of panels affect pricing. Monocrystalline panels are more efficient but more expensive, while polycrystalline panels cost less but provide lower efficiency.
In summary, in 2025 you can expect to pay approximately $11,700 to $28,000 for residential solar systems before incentives, with the federal ITC providing a 30% reduction if your installation is completed by year-end. After 2025, without the ITC, solar installation costs will effectively increase by about 30%.
The Tour de Romandie women's race and the controversy over the tracking system continue to be a topic of discussion. As the race progresses, we will keep you updated on any developments. Meanwhile, the cost of solar panel systems remains a topic of interest for many homeowners, with the federal ITC providing significant savings for those who act before the end of the year.
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