• Posted: June 30, 2023
• ComEd, Illinois Solar Education Association, photovoltaic (PV) system, Renewable Energy, Solar, Solar eBook, solar electric systems, solar energy systems, Solar installation, solar rebates, U.S. Department of Energy

There’s a lot of information online about solar power. Why you should install it, who should handle the installation, solar rebates and incentives and more. Because of its growing popularity, new solar companies are popping up to meet this demand. Unfortunately, not all of them have the consumer’s best interests in mind.

That’s why Powering Chicago created its new e-book, Determining if a Solar Electric (Photovoltaic, PV) System is Right for Your Facility, providing an unbiased approach to solar installation.

This e-book provides valuable information on everything from the economic benefits of solar implementation to the costs, rebates and incentives surrounding PV system installations. It includes the following sections.

• Solar Power 101: How it Works
• Exploring the Pros and Cons of Solar Power
• Bringing Solar Power to Your Business
• Costs, Rebates and Incentives
• Finding a Qualified Solar Contractor
• Additional Resources

The additional tools and third-party resources are especially suited to guiding Chicagoland businesses in their transition to solar. Here are a few of the resources included.

1. ComEd’s solar calculator can help evaluate whether or not solar panels are a logical choice for your property. This tool also helps determine which rebates and credits may be available to you.
2. The U.S. Department of Energy’s Federal Solar Tax Credits for Business provides easy-to-understand information about the IRS Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and the Production Tax Credit (PTC).
3. The Illinois Solar Education Association has several free resources, including a helpful FAQ section for utility, community, and large-scale solar.

Download Powering Chicago’s free e-book for a complete list of solar tools and resources.