Oregon Receives $86 Million to Help More Households Add Solar
Federal Grant to Boost Solar Adoption
Oregon has been awarded an $86 million federal grant to support the installation of solar panels on homes and small businesses across the state. The grant, awarded by the U.S. Department of Energy, is part of the Solar Energy Technologies Office’s (SETO) efforts to increase solar adoption and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Increasing Access to Renewable Energy
The grant will be used to create a statewide program to increase access to solar energy for low- to moderate-income households and small businesses. The program will provide financing options, education, and technical assistance to help these entities overcome the financial and technical barriers to going solar.
Streamlining the Process
One of the key goals of the program is to streamline the process of going solar, making it easier and more affordable for households and small businesses to install solar panels. The program will work with local governments, non-profit organizations, and private sector partners to provide training and technical assistance to installers, contractors, and developers.
Benefits for Oregonians
The grant will have numerous benefits for Oregonians, including:
* Reduced energy bills
* Increased energy independence
* Job creation and economic growth
* Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
Solar Energy Potential in Oregon
Oregon has significant solar energy potential, with an average of 200 days of sunshine per year. The state has already made significant progress in solar adoption, with over 1,500 megawatts of installed solar capacity. The grant will help build on this momentum and increase the state’s solar capacity.
Conclusion
The $86 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy is a significant boost for Oregon’s solar industry, and will help the state achieve its renewable energy goals. The grant will support the installation of solar panels on homes and small businesses, creating jobs and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
