Covering Annandale, Bailey's Crossroads, Lincolnia, and Seven Corners in Fairfax County, Virginia

Funding available for EV charging stations

Community and homeowner associations can apply for technical assistance and partial reimbursement for installing electrical charging stations for residents. The application period for the Charge Up Fairfax Program opens on May 1. Communities accepted into the program will receive a site visit and a free assessment from an engineering firm. If the community association decides … Continued

Discounts offered on solar energy

With all eyes on the solar eclipse later today (figuratively, not literally, we hope), it’s a good time to think about making the most of the sun’s energy.  This year marks the 10th anniversary of Solarize Virginia, a program that vets solar panel installation companies that provides discounts to homeowners. It’s offered by the Local Energy Alliance … Continued

HOAs and nonprofits can apply for energy conservation grants

Homeowner associations and nonprofit organizations interested in making their properties more energy efficient can apply for grants from Fairfax County’s Energy Conservation Assistance Program. Reimbursable grants of up to $15,000 can be used for energy audits, solar panels, cool roofs, weatherization, occupancy sensors, smart thermostats, LED lightbulbs, HVAC upgrades, window replacements, energy-efficient appliances, and related … Continued

Discounts on solar available through Aug. 31

Fairfax County is teaming up with the nonprofit Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP) on Solarize Virginia, a program that makes it easier and cheaper for homeowners to switch to solar.   Homeowners who sign up by Aug. 31 receive a free assessment and quote from a vetted solar installer and a guaranteed discounted rate. Through … Continued

Dominion substation to be expanded

Dominion Energy is planning to upgrade and expand the Westcott Substation, located along the Holmes Run Stream Valley Trail between the Valley Brook and Broyhill Crest neighborhoods. Max Payeur and Andrew Tull of Dominion described the project at a meeting of the Mason District Land Use Committee on Feb. 28. The substation was built in … Continued

Discounts offered on energy assessments

Fairfax County encourages residents to take advantage of the Thermalize program, which offers discounted home energy assessments through June 30. Thermalize is administered by the Local Energy Alliance Program and is modeled on LEAP’s Solarize NOVA. Fairfax County residents who sign up by June 30 will receive a $50 discount on a home energy assessment … Continued

Discounts offered for solar energy

The annual Solarize NOVA program is underway, providing bulk discounts on solar systems for homes and businesses. The Solarize campaign is offered in partnership with the Local Energy Alliance Program and the Northern Virginia Regional Commission. The campaign runs from April 1 through June 30. The program includes a free assessment of the property to … Continued