Northern Arizona Solar Co-op
Open
to residents and businesses in Flagstaff, Sedona, and rural Coconino County
Jan 24, 2025
last day to join the co-op
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.
Watch the video below to learn more about our solar co-op process and its benefits, or view our FAQs.
How does a co-op work?
Can’t make it to a Solar 101?
Watch a recorded webinar for general information on solar, how co-ops work, and what to expect if you join.
How much does solar cost? How much can you save?
| Sample cash purchase | 4kW | 8kW |
|---|---|---|
| Average AZ solar pricing ($2.75/Watt) | $11,000 | $22,000 |
| 30% Federal tax credit | -$3,300 | -$6,600 |
| State tax credit | -$1,000 | -$1,000 |
| Net cost | $6,700 | $14,400 |
| Estimated year 1 electric savings | $1,019 | $1,634 |
| Estimated year 10 savings (cumulative) | $10,895 | $17,473 |
| Estimated lifetime savings (25 years) | $30,507 | $48,925 |
| Net Profit* | $23,807 | $34,525 |
| Sample loan purchase | 4kW | 4kW | 8kW | 8kW |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interest rate of 7%, 30% down (then take the tax credit) | 10 year | 15 year | 10 year | 15 year |
| Monthly loan payment | $78 | $61 | $168 | $130 |
| Monthly electric savings | -$84 | -$84 | -$136 | -$136 |
| Net monthly payment | $0 | $0 | $32 | $0 |
| Net profit (25 years)** | $21,171 | $19,667 | $28,861 | $25,627 |
Featured Partners
Updates
Northern Arizona Solar Co-op selects United Energy Partners to serve group
The Northern Arizona Solar Co-op has selected United Energy Partners to install solar panels for the 38 (and growing) member group. Co-op members selected United Energy Partners through a competitive…
Northern Arizona Solar Co-op releases RFP, announces Solar 101s
The 15-member (with a goal of 150) Northern Arizona Solar Co-op today issued a request for proposals (RFP) from area solar installers. The group members created the co-op to save…
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