(Español? Consulta nuestro FAQ para más información sobre la tecnologiá solar y el proceso de comprar e instalar su sistema solar.)
Imagine walking into a solar company’s office with 50 or 100 of your neighbors and saying, “We all want to get solar. What kind of deal can you give us?”
That’s a solar co-op!
In fact, it’s even better than that. In addition to competitive pricing on solar panels, you get:
- Info to help you understand solar. Our vendor-neutral solar experts are here to help you understand how solar works and make the best decision for your energy needs.
- A direct line to ask specific questions. You can call or email us anytime you need help. We’ll be here now and long after you install solar.
- A team that solicits and reviews proposals from solar companies. First, Solar United Neighbors requests bids on your behalf. Then, a committee of your fellow co-op members meet to assess the pros and cons and select the best installer for the group. (Note: If that sounds interesting to you, you’re also welcome to join the selection committee!)
- Community. You’ll join the growing solar movement. You’ll have a built-in network of support and inspiration from others who, like you, are taking a stand for energy freedom and advancing the clean energy economy.
- A bigger impact! Going solar creates jobs, and puts energy production and its benefits back in the hands of the people and contributes to cleaner air and water for everyone. A solar co-op amplifies those outcomes exponentially.
Watch the video below to learn more about our solar co-op process and its benefits, or view our FAQs.
Additional community resources:
- The City of Plano’s Smart Energy Loan Program
- The City of Plano’s The Great Update Rebate
- Live Green in Plano
How does a co-op work?
Can’t make our info session?
Watch a recorded session for general information on solar, how co-ops work, and what to expect if you join.
How much does solar cost? How much can you save?
For more information about how solar can interact with your utility bill, go here.
Assumptions: 2%/yr electricity rate increase; starting electricity rates are a blended average of import rates for Oncor service territory and export rates are a blended average of rates ranging from $0/kWh to $0.105/kWh; 0.5%/yr panel degradation rate; 26% income tax credit; variable energy consumption and energy production characteristics (home all day/away all day + high kWh usage/avg kWh usage); 20 deg. tilt; 180 deg. azimuth; 1,333kWh/kW/yr.
