Resources
Incentives
There are a variety of grants, low interest loans, tax credits and other incentives that may apply to your project.
• In Ohio: Energize Ohio.
• In the US: Dsire USA.
Interconnection
Commonly, many people are concerned about how the electricity is handled.
• Net Metering Basics for Ohio: Puco.Ohio.gov
Solar
To understand the technologies, how it works, and relevant policies.
• Solar Basics from Home Power: Home Power
• American Solar Energy Society: ASES
Small Wind
• Wind Basics from Home Power: Home Power
• AWEA’s Small Wind Factsheet: AWEA
Energy Efficiency
There are many opportunities to work on efficiency opportunities.
• Energy Star: Energy Star
• Residential Energy Services Network: ResNet
Industry Developments and Research
• National Renewable Energy Laboratory: NREL
Further Research
• Home Power Magazine: Home Power
• Regarding Ohio’s Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard: Puco.Ohio.gov
• Ohio Consumers’ Counsel, Support for Residential Utility Consumers: Pick OCC
Real Output
Can solar work in Cleveland? See these case studies:
• VitaMix Corporation
• Dougless & Associates, LPA



