Workshop: Introduction to Solar
Our Introduction to Solar workshops cover why solar is a smart choice for Oregon homeowners. Current financial incentives may cover 50-70% of the cost. We will show how well solar works … Read more
Congress Passes Bill Extending Federal Tax Credits for Solar
Hours before Congress adjured for holidays, they passed legislation that extended the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for solar.
Financing Options to Cover Initial Costs
While the net cost of solar electric is reduced by incentives and tax credits, only local utility incentives are paid up front. This leaves the business writing a substantial check … Read more
Tax Credits and Incentives for Commercial Solar Water Heating
In Oregon, utility incentives, combined with the federal tax credits and accelerated depreciation, may be used to bring down the net cost to install a solar hot water system. There … Read more
Leasing and Power Purchase Options for Commercial Solar Electric
While many businesses have the means or desire to purchase a solar electric system and own it fully, it is not the only way go solar. Solar leasing and power … Read more
Financing Options to Cover Initial Costs
In Oregon, businesses have the option to install solar electric through leasing or power purchase agreements. These generally have lower upfront costs than purchasing a solar system outright. In most … Read more
Tax Credits and Incentives for Businesses
In Oregon, financial incentives are available through many electric utilities to help make commercial solar more affordable if you decide to own your own solar system. In fact, utility incentives, … Read more
Community or Shared Solar
Shared renewable energy projects allow a group of people invest in a community project and share in the benefits of a local renewable energy project. When energy is supplied strictly … Read more
Solarize Projects
Solarize campaigns are a grassroots effort to help homeowners overcome the financial and logistical hurdles of installing solar power. As a bulk purchase program, customers can save as much as … Read more
Typical Costs
Solar water heating systems typically range from $7,500 to $10,000 before any tax credits or utility incentives are applied. Cost depends on the type and size system, and difficulty of … Read more