A Step Forward for Solar in Wisconsin

Tuesday, April 30th, 2024 -- 8:00 AM

(Bob Hague, Wisconsin Radio Network) A step forward for solar in Wisconsin.

According to Bob Hague with the Wisconsin Radio Network, the state has been awarded $62 million in federal funding from the Solar for All Grant to help fund solar systems for low-and moderate-income households.

Governor Tony Evers’ office says the cost of installing solar systems is among the barriers low-income residents face. A 5-kilowatt rooftop system in Wisconsin averages between $14,000 and $19,000 before tax credits and incentives.

Funding for projects is anticipated to begin late in 2024 or early 2025. Solar power installations will help Wisconsin avoid almost two million tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually, according to the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation.

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