Vermont – Small-Scale Renewable Energy Incentive Program

Vermont – Small-Scale Renewable Energy Incentive Program

Incentive Type State Rebate Program
Eligible Technologies Solar Water Heat, Photovoltaics, Wind
Applicable Sectors Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Nonprofit, Schools, Local Government, Construction, State Government, Tribal Government, Multi-Family Residential, Low-Income Residential, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount Varies depending on technology and eligible sector
Maximum IncentiveVaries depending on technology and eligible sector
Eligible System Size(s)Varies depending on technology
Equipment StandardsPV: New, grid connected; modules must be UL 1703 listed; inverters must be UL 1741-listed or listed by another nationally recognized testing laboratory.
Solar water heating: New equipment; collectors must have an OG-100 output rating from SRCC or an equivalent organization.
Wind: Must be listed by NYSERDA as an eligible turbine or undergoing testing by SWCC and must be new, grid-connected; inverters must be UL 1741 listed or listed by another nationally recognized testing laboratory. Roof-top mounted wind systems are not eligible.
All systems: 5-year warranty required on major system components and installation, with the exception of batteries, for which a 2-year warranty is required.
Installation StandardsMust be installed by registered Vermont Partners (no self-install). All grid-connected projects (solar PV, Wind) must apply for, secure, and provide proof that the Vermont Public Service Board has issued a Certificate of Public Good.
Start Date
Start Date:6/17/2003 (initial funding)
Expiration Date:2013

More Information Contact:

Public Information (RERC)
Renewable Energy Resources Center
Vermont Renewable Energy Incentive Program
128 Lakeside Avenue, Suite 401
Burlington, VT 05401
Phone: (877) 888-7372
Fax: (802) 658-1643
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.rerc-vt.org

 

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