Please take this survey if you think portable solar could help your household. This survey will help Brattleboro advocate to the state and others for funding and support in seeing these systems get to our community.
Portable Solar
A New Way to Save on Electric Bills Is Coming to Brattleboro!
Portable solar is a new, affordable way to lower your electric bill — and you don’t need a roof or to own your home to use it. Brattleboro has been selected as the site of a potential pilot program for distributing these systems, and the Town is gathering data on who would benefit, to help build support for the effort.
Why It Matters:
• Saves you 10–20% on your electric bill
• No complex permitting expected (state rules are being finalized)
• Plugs directly into an GFCI outlet, on a dedicated breaker
• Portable — renters can take it with them when they move
• Can include a battery for backup power during outages
What is it? Portable solar (also called plug-and-play solar) uses small solar panels that can be placed on a deck, balcony, roof, or ground rack. Systems up to about 1200 watts (roughly three panels) may be allowed, depending on final state rules. These systems can be taken with you if you rent and have to move, and can be expanded upon, if a household needs additional power. Here's a short video explaining how Portable Solar Systems work.
What You Need:
• Good sun exposure looking South
• A safe place to mount the panels
• Space in your breaker box for a dedicated circuit and an appropriate GFCI outlet to plug-into.
• Some homes may need minor electrical work, but many may already be ready.
See It in Action
A demonstration system is set up outside the Tri-Park Mobile Home Park management office in West Brattleboro and another will be set-up in April at Brooks Memorial Library. Also, join us April 29 at the Library for a program on portable solar and other home energy options, including a live demonstration.
Sign-up and Be Counted!
Please take this survey if you think portable solar could help your household.
This survey will help Brattleboro advocate to the state and others for funding and support in seeing these systems get to our community. For more information, email [email protected].
About the Brattleboro Municipal Investment Fund Initiative: Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation (BDCC) and the Town of Brattleboro are working together to develop simple and effective pathways for Brattleboro residents and businesses to pursue energy upgrades and energy-related investments. This program is funded through the National Clean Investment Fund and supports communities nationwide in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving air quality, and delivering economic benefits.