WHY SOLAR?

• Help preserve fossil fuels.
• Reduce air pollution which contributes to global warming.
• Limit the Utility charges.
• Alternative for investing in stocks or bonds.
• Reduce our dependence on foreign oil!

ENERGY CONSERVATION

• Replace old bulbs with fluorescent lamps.
• Use power strips to shut off electronics.
• Purchase a good programmable thermostat.
• Use motion switches and dimmers.
• Use Energy Star appliances.
• Check for drafts and leaks.

FINANCIAL INCENTIVES

• The CT Solar Lease Program is designed to make solar energy systems available to moderate income Connecticut homeowers.
• Residential federal rebates give a 30% rebate on out of pocket expenses with a maximum of $2,000.
• Commercial federal rebates give a 30% rebate on out of pocket expenses with no maximum.
• State residential rebates up to $5/watt and $25,000 max.
• State commercial rebates up to $5/watt and $2,000,000 max.
• Connecticut Housing Investment Fund (CHIF) loans from $400 to $15,000.
• GMAC mortgage, Jeffrey Pelliccio, 203-671-7151