How much funding does Solar-Wise Program - Zero-Interest Solar Loans provide?

Solar-Wise Program - Zero-Interest Solar Loans provides Loan amounts vary (examples: $15,000 zero-percent interest loans mentioned) in funding.

When is the deadline for Solar-Wise Program - Zero-Interest Solar Loans?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Solar-Wise Program - Zero-Interest Solar Loans

Georgia Interfaith Power & Light Inc

Foundation Rolling Faith-Based Grants Grants for Religious Nonprofits Solar Energy Grants

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Funding Amount

Loan amounts vary (examples: $15,000 zero-percent interest loans mentioned)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Solar-Wise Program - Zero-Interest Solar Loans

Funder: Georgia Interfaith Power & Light (GIPL)

Geographic Scope: Georgia

Focus Areas:

Solar installation financing for faith communities

Renewable energy deployment

Reducing utility costs and carbon emissions

Energy independence for congregations

Eligibility:

Faith-based congregations in Georgia

Organizations with suitable roof or land for solar installation

Commitment to long-term solar stewardship

Award Details:

Zero-percent interest solar loans

Loan amounts flexible based on project size

Example: $15,000 loans enabled major installations (192 kW at Peachtree Hills Seventh Day Adventist; 24.75 kW at Brookhaven Christian Church)

Loans represent portion of total project cost; congregations source additional funding

Loan fund has existed for 15+ years

Fund grows through donor support, foundation grants, and partnerships with solar installers

Program Track Record:

Over 25 congregations completed solar installations in Georgia over 20 years

50%+ increase in congregational solar installations over last 4 years

Largest installation: 192 kW system at Peachtree Hills SDA (expected to generate 75% of annual energy needs)

Typical savings: $4,500-$40,000+ annually depending on system size

Program Services:

Low-cost solar assessments

Expert assessment reviews

Assistance soliciting proposals from vetted solar installers

Liaison service between congregations and installers

Financing solutions including loans and connections to other programs

Related Programs:

Georgia BRIGHT: Solar leasing program (zero upfront cost, fixed lease payments)

Capital Good Fund partnership for additional financing options

Contact:

Website: gipl.org/solar

Email: programs@gipl.org

Phone: 404-377-5552

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Initial Contact:
- Visit gipl.org/solar or email programs@gipl.org
- Phone: 404-377-5552

2. Solar Assessment:
- Request low-cost solar assessment from GIPL
- GIPL staff conducts feasibility analysis
- Review assessment results and recommendations

3. Proposal Development:
- GIPL assists in identifying and contacting vetted solar installers
- Receive multiple proposals from installers
- GIPL provides expert review of proposals

4. Financing:
- Work with GIPL on zero-interest loan application
- Identify additional funding sources (Georgia BRIGHT, tax credits, other grants)
- Combine multiple funding sources to reach full project cost

5. Installation:
- Select installer with GIPL guidance
- Execute loan agreement
- Begin solar installation

Required Information (typical):

Congregation details and contact information

Facility information (roof condition, age, orientation)

Current utility bills and energy consumption data

Interest in specific solar system size or budget parameters

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