In Massachusetts, for instance, the Renewable Energy Trust has launched a new $5 million rebate program for customer-sited solar photovoltaic systems, wind power, and micro-hydropower systems. The rebates are for systems up to 10 kilowatts in capacity and can range up to $50,000. They are designed to offset one-quarter to one-half of the cost of 400 to 500 systems across the state. Contact Massachusetts Renewable Energy Trust for more information.
Maryland has chosen to extend its solar energy incentives, allowing businesse, and local governments to apply for grants through May 16th. The grants cover 20 percent of the system cost for solar water heating and solar photovoltaic systems, and can be as large as $5,000 for non-residential photovoltaic systems. Contact the Maryland Energy Administration for more information.
New Jersey, meanwhile, has seen a surge in demand from public schools for its solar energy rebates, which can save 60 percent off the cost of installation. To help distribute the funds fairly, the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) recently set new criteria that caps the amount awarded to each school district. New Jersey's Clean Energy Program also provides incentives to commercial and industrial projects. Contact the New Jersey BPU for more information.
