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.
How does a co-op work?
How much does solar cost? How much can you save?
Farmington Electric Utility System (FEUS)
*Example Pricing only; Actual system size will vary. Modeling assumptions: FEUS customer consuming 7,781kWh/yr for 4kW system and 15,562kWh/yr for 8kW system; Rate No. 1 Residential plan before solar and Rate No. 31 Residential after solar; 2%/yr electricity price increase; -0.5%/yr panel degradation; 1,666 yearly kWh production per 1kW of solar; 180 degrees of azimuth; 20 degrees of tilt.
**Example Pricing only. Actual cost depends on system size, interest rate, credit score, & other factors. Prices do not include incentives besides 30% federal tax credit and 10% state tax credit. Reflects year one average savings. Savings will grow each year as avoided utility electricity costs increase.
Jemez Mountains Electric Cooperative (JMEC)
*Example Pricing only; Actual system size will vary. Modeling assumptions: Jemez Mountains Electric Cooperative customer consuming 7,781kWh/yr for 4kW system and 15,562kWh/yr for 8kW system; Rate No. 1 Residential plan before solar and additonal $5 monthly metering charge after solar; 2%/yr electricity price increase; -0.5%/yr panel degradation; 1,666 yearly kWh production per 1kW of solar; 180 degrees of azimuth; 20 degrees of tilt.
**Example Pricing only. Actual cost depends on system size, interest rate, credit score, & other factors. Prices do not include incentives besides 30% federal tax credit and 10% state tax credit. Reflects year one average savings. Savings will grow each year as avoided utility electricity costs increase.
