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The airwaves are awash with offers for solar panel energy. Incentives are part of a $7 billion federal grant for which residential customers may apply. The issue of whether to take the plunge is difficult to determine, as it is in the form of a tax credit that may not be usable for some households. As the late Lee Haley said, “Do your homework,” but $14 electric bills are tempting.

Many people have tried privately owned wind generators; Bergey Wind Power is a family-owned business in Norman for over 40 years. Solar panels may be less obvious and can also generate electricity, reducing...