What types of renewable energy systems qualify?
New equipment purchased and installed in Vermont after the program’s start date, September 1, 2006 , is eligible for incentive. Solar Electric Systems – Only grid-connected photovoltaic electric systems are eligible for incentives. All new systems must include the components necessary to result in a functional, independent system. Upgrades to existing systems are also eligible, but to be eligible, an upgrade must include new modules with a rated output of at least 1 kW. New modules must be UL 1703 listed. All inverters must be UL 1741 listed or listed by another nationally recognized testing laboratory. All systems must comply will all applicable requirements of the current version of Vermont Public Service Board Rule 5.100. Solar Hot Water Systems – Solar hot water systems must be complete systems capable of serving domestic hot water loads. The thermal collectors used in the systems must have an OG-100 output rating from the Solar Rating Certification Corporation (SRCC) or an equival