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Rooftop Solar

This discussion aims to provide information and tools for municipalities, installers, and residents to simplify the process of residential solar PV installation and reduce soft costs. Learn about rebates, licensed electricians, and steps to consider when pursuing residential solar. Join industry experts and gain valuable insights.

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Rooftop Solar

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  1. Rooftop Solar Removing Barriers and Inspiring Action Moderator: Rick Minard, NH Office of Energy and Planning Sarah Simonds, Vital Communities & Solarize Upper Valley Jon Osgood, NH Public Utilities Commission Jonathan Gregory, Revision Energy Rick LaBrecque, Eversource Energy Scott Albert, GDS Associates

  2. Solarize Upper Valley 15 Towns and 7 Installers Solarize = Local Volunteers + Local Installers + 15 Weeks

  3. Solarize Upper Valley Maybe 200 installations to begin with… 15 Towns and 7 Installers Over 300 new solar homes! Over 1200 site visits (8% of all households) And counting…

  4. Residential Solar (and Wind) Rebates • Rebate Amount • Maximum $3,750.00 • Lowest of: • $0.75 per Watt • Total panel DC rating Or • 50% of total project cost

  5. Residential Solar (and Wind) Rebates • Conditions • 10kW DC or smaller systems • New or Expansion Systems • One-time Rebate • UL Listed Equipment • 80% System Efficiency (Target) • Home-owner is Applicant • Payment to applicant only • Permits • Inspection

  6. Residential Solar (and Wind) Rebates • 1,540 rebates paid • 1,862 rebate applications received • $35m project value • Avg. system size 3.94 kW • Avg. per kW cost $5,200/kW • FY15 avg. sys size 6.55 kW • FY15 Avg. sys cost $24,500 • FY15 avg. per kW cost $3,760/kW

  7. The Importance of Licensed Electricians • Its the Law! • Code Complexities • High Voltage (DC and AC) • Terminals and Grounding • Accountability and Experience • Apprenticeship Programs Jonathan Gregory ReVision Energy, LLC jgregory@ReVisionEnergy.com

  8. Working with your Utility Get to know your utility DG contact people, website, and forms Submit a completed application early in the process Avoid issues with non-approved installations (meter box, UL-1741, disconnect, transformer size) Make sure of the meter # and account # Kilowatt-hours cannot be shared across multiple meters (w/o Group Host treatment) Licensed Electrician vs Town Inspector (Certificate of Completion) Do not energize system until proper meter is installed and authorized Avoid the late December rush

  9. Steps to Consider When Pursuing Residential Solar PV * As with any significant purchase, shop around when considering purchasing a solar PV system. Gather as much information as possible, check contractor references and obtain multiple quotes.

  10. Purpose: Provide information and tools for municipalities, installers and others. Help reduce soft costs for residential solar PV. • Key Elements: • Make information available for municipalities, residents, installers, and utilities • Simplify permit application, submission, review and inspection processes • Understand utility interconnection requirements • Pursue training and other resources Available for download at nh.gov/oep

  11. Discussion Moderator: Rick Minard, NH Office of Energy and Planning Sarah Simonds, Vital Communities & Solarize Upper Valley Jon Osgood, NH Public Utilities Commission Jonathan Gregory, Revision Energy Rick LaBrecque, EverSource Scott Albert, GDS Associates &

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