Eligibility applicants include homeowners, businesses, public sector and non-profit entities who are customers of an electric or gas utility that impose the Renewable Energy Resources and Coal Technology Development Assistance Charge.

The program offers incentives up to 30% of total project cost for residential and business applicants, and 50% for public sector and non-profit entities.  The maximum rebate is $50,000.

The Fiscal Year 2011 program is now open.  Applications will be considered on a first come, first serve basis.  Applications will be accepted until April 30th or until program funds run out, whichever comes first.  Please download the guidelines and application form here - Solar and Wind Rebate Program Guidelines and Application Form. 

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