SOLAR. SIMPLE. TOGETHER.

About Sunlight Solar Energy

• One of the leading design and installation companies in the United States

• Founded in 1988 by Paul Israel in Sacramento, California

• One of the original approved contractors through the Clean Energy Finance and Investment Authority

• Completed over 700 solar installations in Connecticut alone

• Located in New Haven

Solar Market Today

More solar power capacity added in US in 2013 than any energy source other than natural gas

Why Solar Growing So Fast

Pricing has declined Module pricing dropped 80% since 2008

Electric Rates are Expensive CL&P just increased generation cost by 21% CT one of the most expensive states for electricity

State and Federal Incentive for Homeowner CEFIA rebates cover on average 20-30% of system

cost Federal Tax Credit 0f 30% of net system cost

Solar in Essex

Why Solar?

• Lower your electric bill and insulate yourself from CL&P rate increases

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Current Electric Trajectory

CT Solar Lease

CT Solar Loan

Assumptions:7 kW system at Tier 5 pricingFirst year electric production: 8,400 kWhCL&P electric rate of $0.16/kWh with estimated 3% annual increase in utility rates. Individual utility rates will vary.

Why Solar?

• Do good for the environment

Why Solar?

• Increase your home’s resale value

Why Solar?

• Enjoy energy independence

How Solar Works

How Solar Works

Solar Panels Inverters

How Solar Works

Balance of System Unirac Racking with Eco Fasten

Flashing Conduit and wiring to connect

panels on roof to inverter in basement

What Makes a Site Solar-Friendly

If you have a roof that has…

- Little to no shade throughout the majority of the day- A southern face (or some degree of southern orientation)- An eastern or western roof with no shade- A moderately steep pitch (25°- 45°)- Few or no obstructions (vents, skylights, opposing roof

lines…)

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Incentives

• Clean Energy Finance & Investment Authority (CEFIA) Rebate• $1.25/watt up to 5 kW• $0.75/watt from 5-10 kW• Below 87% design factor, de-rated according to site

conditions

• Federal Tax Credit• 30% of project costs net of rebate

Solarize Tiered Pricing

Tier 11-25 kW (~4 systems)

Tier 2>25-50 kW (~7 systems)

Tier 3>50-150 kW (~21 systems)

Tier 4>150-250 kW (~36 systems)

Tier 5>250 kW (~37+ systems)

$3.79 per watt

$3.74 per watt

$3.60 per watt

$3.59 per watt

$3.45 per watt

• Approximately 30-40 systems required to reach Tier 5

Purchase Example

Market System Cost: $31,360Market Net Investment:

$16,859

Solarize System Cost: $24,150CEFIA Rebate: $7,225Out of Pocket Investment: $16,925

Assumptions:7 kW system at Tier 5 pricingFirst year electric production: 8,400 kWhCL&P electric rate of $0.16/kWh with estimated 3%

annual increase in utility rates. Individual utility rates will vary.

Out of Pocket Investment: $16,92530% Federal Tax Credit: $5,077Solarize Final Investment:

$11,848

Years to Payback: 7-8CL&P First Year Annual Savings:

$1,344

Financing

• CT Solar Lease• No money down in most cases• 20-year lease• Cash flow positive from day one

• CT Solar Loan• Low money down and low monthly payments• 15-year term• Own your system

• Smart-E Loan• 5, 7, 10, and 12-year terms• Eligible upgrades include solar, energy efficiency, and

other energy-related upgrades

Financing Examples

CT Solar Loan Money Down: $899 Initial Monthly Payment: $140 Continuing Monthly Payment: $93

Smart-E Loan (12 years) Money Down: $0 Monthly Payment: $172

CT Solar Lease Money Down: $0 First Year Monthly Payment (Escalating): $71 Fixed Monthly Payment (Non-Escalating): $88

Assumptions:7 kW system at Tier 5 pricingCT Solar Loan continuing payments assume full ITC used to pay down loanSmart-E Loan term of 12 yearsFirst year electric production: 8,400 kWh

Solarize Standard Equipment

Phono Solar Panels SMA and Power-One Inverters

Common Solarize Adders

Ground or pole mounts

All Black Panels Flat roof installation Structural reinforcement of

roof Service upgrade

Micro-inverters/Power Optimizers

High efficiency solar panels

Solar Installation Process

Initial inquiry and assessment via satellite image

On-site evaluation and proposal

Solar Installation Process

Contract signed

Schedule your Energy Audit

CEFIA rebate application

CL&P Interconnection Application

Order Material

Permit from Town

Solar Installation Process

InstallationTown and utility inspections

Solar Installation Process

Power your system on!

How to Get Started

Visit: www.solarizect.com/Essex to learn more about the Solarize program

Call Sunlight Solar Energy: (203) 878-9123 or visit our website www.sunlightsolar.com

Ask us if your home is a viable candidate for solarSchedule a free site evaluationReceive your custom proposalStart saving money!

DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 23, 2014