Mountain View Electric Association

Solar Rebates

MVEA is pleased to announce that it has been selected by the Governor’s Energy Office (GEO) and the Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association (CoSEIA) to administer its Solar Rebate Program in MVEA’s territory.
   The Solar Rebate Program was created by the GEO in response to the growing demand for renewable energy initiatives to allow homeowners and businesses to harness Colorado’s abundant solar resources. CoSEIA is administering the program for the GEO. The program is designed to extend rebates for solar technologies to Colorado residents and businesses throughout the state. The GEO provides matching grants to program partners with the goal of developing local solar rebate programs. By partnering with cities, utilities and non-profit organizations through a matching grant program, the funding for rebates is effectively doubled.
   Starting in early 2009, MVEA members that invest in photovoltaic (PV) in MVEA’s territory may be eligible for rebates as part of the program. By providing matching funds to a $25,000 grant from the GEO, MVEA will provide rebates for the installation of PV. The rebates will allow customers to install systems at considerable savings.
   With a combination of the GEO rebates and tax credits, Colorado home and business owners can save on PV installations. In addition to these savings, these systems can save on energy costs. The program also helps Colorado achieve its Climate Action Plan carbon reduction goals and increase Colorado’s energy independence.
   MVEA will begin accepting rebate applications in early 2009. The application will be reviewed and upon approval, MVEA will provide members with a Rebate Reservation. Members will have 90 days from the date of the reservation to complete the installation process.
   To learn more about the program and how to receive a rebate, visit

Rebates

Residential Photovoltaics (PV): Rebates of up to $9,000

Who is Eligible?

Colorado Residents: The residence must be in Mountain View Electric's territory and the homeowner must be a Colorado resident. The homeowner does not need to occupy the residence.
Solar electric and thermal systems installed after February 2, 2009.
Homeowner-installed systems do not qualify for a rebate through this program.

How to Participate and Installation Requirements

Get an energy audit done on your home.
Select a solar installer and obtain a system design and quote. (Choosing from 2-3 quotes is recommended).
Submit part one of the rebate application to Mountain View Electric Association, along with the required documentation.
Systems must produce no less than 90% of optimum production based on system orientation.
All PV systems must carry a 5 year warranty from the installer.
All PV systems must be grid-tied and net-metered (in accordance with Mountain View Electric Associations interconnection policy).
Only new equipment qualifies.
Once your request is reviewed and approved, you will receive a "rebate reservation" from Mountain View Electric Association.
You will have 90 days from your rebate reservation date to complete the system installation.
Submit part two of the rebate application along with required documents to Mountain View Electric Association once the installation is complete.
Rebates will be processed and issued within 6-8 weeks.
Receive your rebate check.
Sit back and enjoy clean and renewable energy and energy savings!