First Parish In Framingham installed a 27 KW system in early 2013. Since then, the panels have generated a surplus of electricity and credit with the utility. This has reduced the carbon footprint of the church significantly and saved the church than enough money to cover the cost of leasing the panels. It is a excellent demonstration for going green environmentally & financially.
100%
or more of electricity
Property
- Owner:
- First Parish in Framingham Unitarian Universlist
- Type:
- House of Worship
- Address:
- 24 Vernon St, Framingham, MA 01701
- Energy need met:
- 100% or more of electricity
- Designations:
- Deep energy retrofit
- Event Participation:
- NESEA Green Buildings Open House 2013 Host
Technology
- Type:
- Solar PV
- Installed:
- March 2013
- Size of System:
- 27 kW
- Purposes:
- To generate electricity
Financial Details
- Own or Lease:
- Lease
- Additional Financial Notes:
- Since First Parish is a church, this lease arrangement provides a fixed monthly cost below the previous monthly electrical utility payments. Our electrical bill has been for only "transport charges" (around $6/month) since they have come on line. We are building credit with the utility that can be used during the cold New England winter months. All the tax credits, rebates and SRECs are used by the holding company since non-profits can't take them into account. It's truly a win-win for all parties involved.
Professionals & Suppliers
- Products:
- SunPower
- Installers:
- Sunbug Solar
- Financing:
- Technology Credit Corporation
- Energy Auditors:
- Locus Energy
What You Need to Know
Description:
84 Panels,
Other Benefits:
Very Inexpensive electricity.
Maintenance Requirements:
Regular maintenance inspection completed by SunBug Solar.
Efficiency or Sustainability Improvements:
We are constantly working on means to reduce the carbon footprint of the church for environmental and financial gain.
My Motivation:
Our religion believes in respecting the environment and that mankind is stewards of this planet.
Advice:
Put as many panels as you can on any south-facing roof.
Experience with Installer:
SunBug Solar is a great team to work with.
Open House Info:
First Parish in Framingham Unitarian Universalist 24 Vernon St Framingham, MA 01701 October 5, 10 AM - 4 PM
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