4 FAQs about District Solar Support

What is the Solar District Cup?

The Solar District Cup, administered by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), is designed to inspire students to consider new career opportunities, learn industry-relevant skills, engage with the professional marketplace, and prepare to become leaders in distributed solar energy. As competitors, students:

Who can benefit from solar for all?

District residents who live in a condo or apartment can still access the benefits of Solar for All. Community Solar programming bridges the gap for District residents. We work with area contractors to develop Community Renewable Energy Facilities (CREFs) – aka large-scale community solar installations — on various structures around the District.

Where can I find information about community solar?

Technical Assistance. The following tools and resources about community solar may be helpful. DOE's National Community Solar Partnership, led by the DOE Solar Energy Technologies Office, includes community solar basics, market trends, and program initiatives such as technical assistance and Energy Connector.

Does the district of Columbia offer tax credits for solar projects?

Federal Tax Credits Available for Solar and Energy Efficiency Projects (The District of Columbia does not offer tax incentives at this time.) For more information about solar initiatives in the District, contact the DOEE Solar Hotline at (202) 299-5271 or [email protected].

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