Solarize Fairfax offers discounts for installing solar energy

A solar-powered house in Annandale.

The Solarize Fairfax County program offers property owners discounts for a signing up for a solar energy system before Aug. 31.

The program offers reduced rates through a pre-qualified solar installer, Solar Energy World, and a streamlined process for exploring solar power for residences and businesses.  

 

Fairfax County homeowners and business owners are eligible for a free, remote assessment to evaluate if solar is appropriate for their property. Those who decide to pursue solar through the program receive a 10 to 15 percent discount off current consumer rates for solar arrays and systems. 

This year, participants are eligible for a 26 percent federal tax credit. That rate will decline to 22 percent in 2021. Fairfax County also has a solar energy equipment tax exemption that applies to program participants.

 

Residential Solarize participants are eligible for a complimentary, virtual home energy assessment to help improve their home energy performance holistically. They can also bundle electric vehicle charging stations with their solar system purchase to realize additional savings.

 

Anyone interested in learning more about Solarize Fairfax County can sign up for a virtual information session. There are four webinars scheduled over the next couple of months; the first one is June 22. 

Solarize Fairfax County is run by the Local Energy Alliance Program  in partnership with the Northern Virginia Regional Commission and the Fairfax County Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination.