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Duncan Valley Electric Cooperative - SunWatts Rebate Program

Duncan Valley Electric Cooperative is providing rebates to for the purchase of renewable energy systems through its SunWatts program. Photovoltaic (PV) and wind energy systems 10 kilowatts (kW) or less can receive an upfront rebate of $0.05 per watt, up to $500. Solar water heating systems can receive a rebate of $0.50 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) of estimated energy savings in the first year. 

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Renewable Energy Manufacturing Tax Credit

South Carolina offers a ten percent income tax credit to the manufacturers of renewable energy operations.*

The income tax credit is allowed for up to sixty months beginning with the first taxable year for which the business or corporation is eligible to receive the credit, so long as the business or corporation becomes eligible to receive the credit no later than the tax year ending on December 31, 2020.

In order to qualify, a business must:

  • manufacture renewable energy systems and components in South Carolina for solar, wind, geothermal, or other renewable energy uses
  • invest a minimum of $50 million in
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California Enterprise Development Authority (Figtree PACE) - Statewide PACE Program

FIGTREE Energy Financing is administering a Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing program in a number of California cities and counties through a partnership with the Pacific Housing & Finance Agency (PHFA) and the California Enterprise Development Authority (CEDA). PACE programs allow property owners to borrow money for energy improvement projects which are repaid through their property taxes. A number of energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies can be financed through FIGTREE's PACE program. Residential and commercial properties which meet the program's criteria, and are located in one of the participating cities or counties are eligible. Full details of the program

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Central Lincoln People's Utility District - Renewable Energy Incentive Program

Central Lincoln People's Utility District provides financial incentives for its commercial and residential customers to install photovoltaic (PV), solar water heating, wind, or hydro electric systems on their property. Customer’s may also pair a battery storage system with any qualifying generation system, however, the battery system must have 1 kW-dc of nameplate capacity for every 5 kWh of battery storage. Projects must be submitted to Central Lincoln for technical review and approval before installation. As a part of this program, customers must agree to net metering customers terms. Rebate programs are based on the availability of funds and are subject

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Energy Conservation Tax Credits - Small Premium Projects (Personal)

The Oregon Department of Energy periodically releases Opportunity Announcements for tax credits for energy conservation projects. There is currently $2 million available in tax credits for conservation projects on a first-come, first-served basis. The maximum tax credit per project is $7,000. Projects must submit completed applications by June 30, 2017, with the form available on the program website listed above. 

The Energy Conservation Tax Credits program is set to sunset at the end of the 2017 tax year.  

Energy conservation projects include projects with investments for which the first year energy savings yields a simple payback period of greater

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Energy Conservation Tax Credits - Small Premium Projects (Corporate)

The Oregon Department of Energy periodically releases Opportunity Announcements for tax credits for energy conservation projects. There is currently $2 million available in tax credits for conservation projects on a first-come, first-served basis. The maximum tax credit per project is $7,000. Projects must submit completed applications by June 30, 2017, with the form available on the program website listed above.

The Energy Conservation Tax Credits program is set to sunset at the end of the 2017 tax year.  

Energy conservation projects include projects with investments for which the first year energy savings yields a simple payback period of greater

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Energy Conservation Tax Credits - Competitively-Selected Projects (Personal)

The Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE) periodically releases Opportunity Announcements for tax credits for energy conservation projects.  Check ODOE's website for announcements and complete information.  

Energy conservation projects include projects with investments for which the first year energy savings yields a simple payback period of greater than three years. Categories for solicitations include: Commercial Buildings; Renewable Thermal; Commercial, Agricultural and Industrial Processes; and Combined Heat and Power. Projects must intend to begin construction within 12 months of the award. Tax credits are worth up to 35% of the project costs. The tax credit is claimed over five years, with

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Energy Conservation Tax Credits - Competitively-Selected Projects (Corporate)

The Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE) periodically releases Opportunity Announcements for tax credits for energy conservation projects.  Check ODOE's website for announcements and complete information. 

Energy conservation projects include projects with investments for which the first year energy savings yields a simple payback period of greater than three years. Categories for solicitations include: Commercial Buildings; Renewable Thermal; Commercial, Agricultural and Industrial Processes; and Combined Heat and Power. Projects must intend to begin construction within 12 months of the award. Tax credits are worth up to 35% of the project costs. The tax credit is claimed over five years, with 10%

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Small Scale Solar Grants (Commerce RI)

Commerce Rhode Island provides financial grants for small scale solar photovoltaic systems and domestic solar water heating systems to help reduce energy costs and increase renewable energy adoption. The program is funded by the Rhode Island Renewable Energy Fund (REF) and alternative compliance payments (ACPs) from the state’s renewable portfolios standard (RPS). The application for grants are solicited on a "Block" basis with specific application deadlines. 

Eligibility

All residential, business, affordable housing, non-profits, state facilities, and municipalities located in Rhode Island are eligible to apply for the grant. Systems that are directly owned are eligible. Customers participating in RE Growth Program offered

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City and County of Denver - Solar Panel Permitting

The City and County of Denver was designated the first "Solar Friendly Community" in the nation based upon its streamlined permitting process.

Denver provides same-day permit review for most solar panel projects. Electrical, Plumbing, and Zoning Permits* are required for photovoltaic (PV) systems installed in the city of Denver, although more complex engineering projects may still be required to go through the Plan Review process.

Permitting Process

Zoning Permits are required if the panels will be installed at an angle to the slope of the roof and are not "flush mounted," or if a generator or energy storage system is

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