Solar Resources

Sometimes the world of Solar can become quite confusing.

Below you will find some resources to help gain a better understanding

of financial benefits, equipment options, and

some fun facts about solar energy.

Federal Tax Credit

Click the image above for an overview of the federal investment tax credit for residential solar. This can be a credit up to 30% of your total installation cost. Verify with your accountant how this credit could benefit you. For even more information you can also explore the "Homeowner's Guide to the Federal Tax Credit for Solar Photovoltaics"

State Tax Credit

NY State's Solar Energy System Equipment Credit can be up to 25% of qualifying equipment and limited to $5,000 total credit. Click the image above for more information and see your accountant to ensure the benefit for your unique financial situation.

Your Business & Solar

There are some special incentives for businesses in the North County to shift toward more sustainable energy. See more here:

Federal Solar Tax Credit for Businesses

and possible grants here:

ANCA

“Solar energy is the most abundant energy resource on earth…173 terawatts of solar energy strikes the Earth continuously. That’s more than 10,000 times the world’s total energy use.”

Off-Grid System

An off-grid system is for those that cannot get electric service to their home, or who are looking for the ultimate independence from being tied to the larger system. These systems operate fully independent and can incorporate battery backup and generator connection for consistent electric supply even at night or long winder days.

Battery Back up

Battery back up can work with both grid-tied and off-grid. It gives the ability for a system to store extra energy during sunlight hours for use when needed. They can be configured in many ways to meet your unique needs.

Grid-Tied System

A grid-tied system is as simple as it sounds. Your solar array is connected to an inverter that feeds into the electric power grid in your region. You are then able to provide the grid with solar energy and pull from the grid when your array is not producing. This is the simplest and most affordable solar set up.