| One form of rebate for solar power systems is | | | | solar power system you will install in your home, you |
| known as a buy down. Typically a government | | | | need to know what funds are available. Every state |
| program pays part of the initial cost of a solar power | | | | is different. How much help you'll be able to round up |
| system. The buy down amount is established by the | | | | to pay for your particular solar power system varies |
| state legislature for a specified period. The buy down | | | | regionally. Just keep in mind, as you search these |
| amounts are based on the solar system's generating | | | | resources, that programs and incentive packages |
| capacity, measured in watts or kilowatts. | | | | change frequently and therefore it is advisable to |
| The best place to start asking these questions is | | | | contact the local agency to verify the details on any |
| your state's energy department. You can contact the | | | | and all programs before you move forward with any |
| National Association of State Energy Officials, 1414 | | | | projects. |
| Prince Street, Suite 200, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; | | | | Fannie Mae Mortgages- |
| Phone: (703) 299-8800 or online at On their website | | | | Department of Housing and Urban Development - |
| you will find a map of the United States, just click on | | | | Department of Veterans Affairs - |
| your state to find out the location and address of it's | | | | EPA Energy Star Financing - |
| energy office. This site also provides information on | | | | Residential Energy Services Network - |
| requirements and financing for solar as well as other | | | | Another great source would be the solar power |
| energy resources. | | | | system company that is your local installer. These are |
| Another resource for solar power is The North | | | | the folks who will know about local assistance |
| Carolina Solar Center online at It tells you; sate by | | | | programs. Local solar companies doing any kind of |
| state what resources and opportunities are available | | | | solar energy installations will be aware of any financial |
| to those considering renewable energy resources. | | | | incentives that are available to their potential |
| There are a wide variety of rebate, grants, and buy | | | | customers. Start by looking in your local Yellow Pages |
| down programs, tax credits, and exemptions | | | | under Solar. |
| available. Before you decide exactly what kind of | | | | |