....Ultimately, though, Shi believes the elements are on his side. "If you look at the outlook of the energy structure, there is nothing to stop us growing. There will be bumps and competition and price pressure, but sunshine is unlimited." ed.z.: Here is his website: Suntech. I did a bit more googling, it is still expensive at the individual panel full bloat retail price level, around 5 bucks a watt, and all the manufacturers are around that price. We need better policies using the net to get the prices closer to wholesale for individuals. Just my opinion, but that is one of the big promises with the net and commerce, really connecting people directly, without having to jump several middleman hoops. Perhaps net connected solar panel purchasing co-ops?