| Implementing Sector | Utility |
|---|---|
| Category | Financial Incentive |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Incentive Type | Rebate Program |
| Web Site | Wakefield Municipal Gas & Light Department - Solar Rebate Program |
| Administrator | Wakefield Municipal Gas & Light Department |
| Utilities | Town of Wakefield |
| Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies | Solar Photovoltaics |
| Applicable Sectors | Commercial, Residential |
| Incentive Amount | $1.20/Watt |
| Maximum Incentive | 50% of total installed cost |
| Eligible System Size |
Residential: Max 10 kW DC Commercial: Max 25 kW DC |
| Installation Requirements | System must be installed between 90° and 270° |
The Wakefield Municipal Gas & Light Department (WMGLD) extends a solar rebate offer aimed at encouraging its customers to adopt solar energy systems. This initiative provides a financial rebate at the rate of $1.20 per watt, with the condition that the rebate amount does not surpass 50% of the total cost incurred for the installation of the system. To qualify for this rebate, there are specific criteria that must be met: residential solar installations are limited to a maximum capacity of 10 kilowatts (kW) DC, while commercial installations can go up to 25 kW DC. Additionally, the installations must be positioned to ensure they experience less than 20% shading throughout the year and must have an orientation facing between 90 and 270 degrees to optimize solar exposure. It is important to note that systems exceeding these size limitations are ineligible for the rebate program. Interested customers are encouraged to apply online and can seek further information by contacting WMGLD directly, ensuring they fully understand the program requirements and the process for application.
