What is the Puerto Rico solar access program?

The Solar Access Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Puerto Rico Energy Resilience Fund. For far too long, Puerto Ricans have lived with an unreliable and expensive electric system.

Why is Puerto Rico funding solar & battery storage?

Funding is Part of a $1 Billion Effort to Deploy Solar and Battery Storage to Puerto Rico’s Most Vulnerable Residents, Helping Increase Resilience and Lower Energy Bills for up to 40,000 Households

How much money does Puerto Rico have to pay for solar?

Up to $190 million is available to Puerto Rico’s Housing Administration and a private company to pay for solar and battery installations in public housing common areas and subsidized, multifamily housing properties. Another $175 million is available for certain healthcare and dialysis centers.

Are solar panels worth it in Puerto Rico?

Solar panels could be far less costly in comparison and grant you some much needed energy independence. Seven years after hurricanes Maria and Irma devastated the island and its power grid, Puerto Rico is now making significant progress toward improving solar adoption among its 3.2 million residents.

Which solar companies operate in Puerto Rico?

... We also have reviews for Sunnova and Sunrun, which are both national solar panel installation companies that operate within Puerto Rico. WindMar, which was founded in 2002, says it's the largest renewable energy company in Puerto Rico. It also offers solar services throughout Florida.

Can I switch to solar energy in Puerto Rico?

The major federal tax credit bolstered by the Inflation Reduction Act will go a long way to helping you switch to solar energy in Puerto Rico. It's accessible to all homeowners, and it lets you claim up to 30% of the cost of any clean energy additions to your home on your taxes.