Cecil, from what I've heard, Germany is either the leader or close to the leader in using Solar energy to supplement their electric needs.
But, have you seen this?
http://theenergycollective.com/robertwil...ts-energy-solar Without going down the political route that will require me to moderate myself or this thread, I think that while solar is a good idea, with the current state of solar technology, without tax breaks, etc. it still isn't economically feasible if you are looking at a profit/loss statement.