Solar is cheaper than ever! In 2020, the Solar Industries Association (SEIA) reported that the price to install solar has reached a historical low, plummeting 70% since 2010. An average-sized residential system has dropped from a pre-incentive price of $40,000 in 2010 to roughly $18,000 today.
Why go solar?
- Stability: The price of utility energy changes. Installing solar on your home gives you more control over how much you pay each month.
- Finances: Once your solar setup is paid off, you won’t have to pay extra utility bills–just a low monthly grid connection fee.
- Health and Resilience: Instead of relying on your utility’s grid, you’ll provide fossil-free power to your home and reduce air pollution for your whole community.
Go Solar for Less!
Solar Switch, a solar group purchasing program with Solar United Neighbors (SUN), is now available for Boulder County residents. This group purchase means that homeowners can get solar and solar add-ons like battery storage and EV chargers at a lower price, while still signing individual contracts that ensure they are getting the right system for their property.
Get started by registering on the Solar Switch website before November 1, 2024. It’s free to register and there is no obligation to purchase a system.
Getting Started with Solar
EnergySmart Contractor List
Boulder County residents can visit our Find a Contractor page to get a sense of who you may be interested in working with. EnergySmart always recommends getting more than one quote before proceeding with a project. You can also check out Xcel Energy’s tips for selecting solar contractors.
Financing Your Solar Project
Regardless of which path you choose, low-interest financing is available through the Colorado Clean Energy Fund’s RENU Loan which partners with Elevations Credit Union, Clean Energy Credit Union and Westerra Credit Union.
