So you have signed a contract to receive power from a community solar program. Congratulations! This decision has great benefits for the environment and your wallet. Now it is time to take a closer look at your monthly electric bill to make sure that you’re maximizing your benefits.
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Many of our clients have shown interest in pursuing solar energy but are quickly overwhelmed by the myriad of solar power procurement options available to them. Common questions include:
- What are all of my options?
- Should I participate in a solar garden or purchase solar RECs?
- What is the difference between a solar lease and a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)?
- What are the advantages/disadvantages of purchasing the solar panels outright?
This blog provides a brief overview of some of the options for procuring solar power. As different organizations may have diverse goals for solar procurement, finding the “right” option(s) will also vary. We do not specifically endorse any one method over the other, but rather provide some basic information to answer some of the most common questions.
Read MoreBy Hillary Dobos and Emily Artale
Renewable Energy Credits (also known as RECs, Renewable Energy Certificates, or greentags) are becoming an increasingly common way for individuals, households, and organizations to reduce their environmental footprint and help fund renewable energy development. The following blog provides a brief overview of RECs and a list of questions that can help guide your decision to purchase RECs and guide your discussion with your REC supplier.
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