LEXINGTON, Ky. — In hopes of brightening up the Bluegrass, Lexington has launch a campaign to make it easier and less expensive to install solar panels.
What You Need To Know
- Lexington has launched a new program to encourage solar panel installation
- Solarize Lexington helps homeowners find discounts for panels and get connected to qualified installers
- Federal tax credits are also available to help offset costs
Solarize Lexington, brought in partnership with the Kentucky Solar Energy Society, aims to help central Kentuckians reduce their reliance on the electrical grid by incentivizing solar panel installation, officials said.
“Solarize Lexington will accelerate the widespread adoption of clean renewable energy in Fayette County by residents, small businesses, places of worship and non-profits,” said Steve Ricketts of the Kentucky Solar Energy Society.
Those interested can save up to 20% and work with accredited installers, Ricketts said. Residents can find eligibility details at LexingtonKY.gov/solar.
The program is open to all homeowners in Lexington-Fayette County. Other property owners (i.e. non-profits, small businesses, places of worship) are also welcome to apply.
Participants are responsible for the discounted cost of panels and installation. Federal tax credits are also available to help offset costs.
Solarize Lexington applications run through July 20. Contracting must be complete by Sept. 14. Installation must be scheduled by the end of the year, officials said.
There are grant programs and limited funding options for low-income homeowners, and informational workshops will be held at a later date. You can learn more at LexingtonKY.gov/solar.