Category: Costs Incentives and Financing
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How Green Housing Loans Can Cut Your Mortgage Costs While Powering Your BC Home with Solar
Secure financing for your solar installation or energy-efficient home upgrade through specialized green housing loans that offer lower interest rates than conventional mortgages—often 0.25% to 0.5% below standard rates—specifically because you’re investing in sustainable improvements. British Columbia homeowners can access these loans through major lenders like Vancity Credit Union and Coast Capital Savings, which have…
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Why Americans Are Searching BC Solar Rebates (And What They’re Missing)
Compare the 30% federal Investment Tax Credit available to American solar adopters with BC’s net metering program and provincial incentives to determine which jurisdiction offers better returns on your solar investment. American homeowners can claim up to $7,500 annually through the ITC, reducing installation costs by thousands of dollars upfront, while BC residents benefit from…
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Why BC Residents Can’t Claim Federal Solar Tax Rebates (And What You Get Instead)
Understand this upfront: Canada doesn’t offer federal tax rebates for solar panels like the United States does. If you’ve been searching for information about federal solar tax credits in BC, you’re likely finding confusing results mixing American IRS incentives with Canadian programs. The good news? British Columbia residents access different financial support that can be…
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How Solar PPAs Let BC Homes Go Solar Without Buying Panels
Consider a Power Purchase Agreement if you want solar panels on your BC home or business without paying $15,000-$30,000 upfront. Under a PPA, a third-party company installs and maintains the system at no initial cost while you simply purchase the electricity generated at a predetermined rate, typically lower than BC Hydro’s current prices. Evaluate whether…