Imagine walking into a solar company’s office with 50 or 100 of your neighbors and saying, “We all want to get solar. What kind of deal can you give us?”
That’s a solar co-op!
In fact, it’s even better than that. In addition to competitive pricing on solar panels, you get:
Info to help you understand solar. Our vendor-neutral solar experts are here to help you understand how solar works and make the best decision for your energy needs.
A direct line to ask specific questions. You can call or email us anytime you need help. We’ll be here now and long after you install solar.
A team that solicits and reviews proposals from solar companies. First, Solar United Neighbors requests bids on your behalf. Then, a committee of your fellow co-op members meet to assess the pros and cons and select the best installer for the group. (Note: If that sounds interesting to you, you’re also welcome to join the selection committee!)
Community. You’ll join the growing solar movement. You’ll have a built-in network of support and inspiration from others who, like you, are taking a stand for energy freedom and advancing the clean energy economy.
A bigger impact! Going solar creates jobs, and puts energy production and its benefits back in the hands of the people and contributes to cleaner air and water for everyone. A solar co-op amplifies those outcomes exponentially.
How does a co-op work?
Watch this short video to learn more about our solar co-ops!
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*Example Pricing only; Actual system size will vary. Modeling assumptions: APS customer consuming 13,318 kWh/yr; 8kW system size; Residential Time-Of-Use (TOU-E) rate plan before and after solar; 2%/yr electricity price increase; -0.5%/yr panel degradation; 1,655 yearly kWh production per 1kW of solar; 180 degrees of azimuth; 20 degrees of tilt.
APS Sample Loan Purchase*
50% offset 10yr
50% offset 15yr
100% offset 10yr
100% offset 15yr
Monthly loan payment
$116
$90
$244
$189
Monthly electric savings
-$60
-$60
-$117
-$117
Net monthly payment
$56
$30
$127
$72
Net Savings (25 years)**
$9,600
$7,300
$12,500
$7,800
**Example Pricing only. Assumed interest rate of 7%. Actual cost depends on system size, interest rate, credit score, & other factors. Prices do not include incentives besides state tax credit. Reflects year one average savings. Savings will grow each year as avoided utility electricity costs increase.
Salt River Project (SRP)
SRP Sample Cash Purchase
50% offset
100% offset
Average AZ solar co-op pricing ($2.75/Watt)
$12,375
$24,475
State Tax Credit
-$1,000
-$1,000
Net Cost
$11,375
$23,475
Estimated year 1 electricity savings
$1,000
$1,400
Estimated year 10 savings (cumulative)
$11,100
$14,900
Estimated lifetime savings (25 years)
$32,000
$41,900
Net Savings*
$20,625
$18,425
*Example Pricing only; Actual system size will vary. Modeling assumptions: SRP customer consuming 14,502 kWh/yr; 8.9kW system size; Residential (E-23) rate plan before solar & Residential customer generation (E-27) rate plan after solar; 2%/yr electricity price increase; -0.5%/yr panel degradation; 1,655 yearly kWh production per 1kW of solar; 180 degrees of azimuth; 20 degrees of tilt.
SRP Sample Loan Purchase*
50% offset 10yr
50% offset 15yr
100% offset 10yr
100% offset 15yr
Monthly loan payment
$132
$102
$273
$211
Monthly electric savings
-$83
-$83
-$117
-$117
Net monthly payment
$49
$19
$156
$94
Net Savings (25 years)**
$16,200
$13,600
$9,200
$3,900
**Example Pricing only. Assumed interest rate of 7%. Actual cost depends on system size, interest rate, credit score, & other factors. Prices do not include incentives besides state tax credit. Reflects year one average savings. Savings will grow each year as avoided utility electricity costs increase.
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