Solar Highlights & Resources

Posted: 10.16.20

Congratulations to retailers who have solar installations. Many additional stores tell us they are thinking about solar as a solution to controlling costs. If you’re thinking of adding solar, get started with the highlights and resource list below. Solar Highlights

Did you know 100% of Subaru signage is produced with renewable energy, thanks to Philadelphia Sign’s solar panels?	Solar panels on top of Tom Wood Subaru's solar powered-EV carport power the charging station and run fans in the service drive and shop area.	Reynolds' Subaru received its Eco-Friendly trophy on Earth Day 2019. In that month alone, its 256 rooftop solar panels saved them 7,757 pounds of Co2 emissions, the equivalent of planting 195 trees.
Solar Resources

	Solar Lingo Inverter. Kilowatt-hour (kWh). Stand-off mounting. Peak demand. Whew! Navigate the world of terms related to electricity, power generation, and solar energy with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Solar Energy Glossary.
	Net Metering Curious what happens if you produce more electricity than you need at the time? Learn about credits you can earn through net metering.
	State Incentives Curious about solar incentives available in your state? Check out DSIRE (Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency).
	Federal Tax Credit This guide, published by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, gives an overview of the federal investment tax credit for commercial solar photovoltaics. Use it as a starting point to understand the program, but please seek professional tax advice before purchasing a new solar installation.