Preliminary Site Assessment
Customer Discussion Points

Items to consider:

BTU Solar Rebate Program eligibility requirements:

• No deed restrictions preventing PV installation
• Array azimuth and tilt must be within acceptable limits
• Shading within acceptable limits (no more than 20% annually)
• Adequate electric service to accommodate PV installation
• The current max rebate amount for PV is 3000 Watts @ $4.00 per AC watts installed rebate will not cover more than 80% of the installation costs.

PV system physical requirements:

• Array slope and orientation
• Shading
• PV array sizing
• Location of inverters/switchgear/meter
• Electrical tie-in

Costs and benefits:

• PV systems costs can vary widely depending on installation requirements; typical range is $6,000 to $8,000/kilowatt installed
• Energy production 1,000-1,440 kWh per kW annually
• Electricity bill savings $100-$140 per kW installed annually

Working with contractors:

• BTU’s list of registered contractors
• Encourage multiple bids

Additional information provided:

• BTU Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Rebate Program Guidelines

Forms which must be received by BTU before a commitment to encumber rebate funds (Letter of Intent) can be issued:

• Solar PV Program Rebate Application
• Solar PV Program Renewable Energy Credit Assignment Agreement
• Solar PV Program Interconnection Agreement

Additional information required before final rebate check can be processed:

• Invoice from solar contractor
• 5-year warranty from solar contractor