ENERGY EFFICIENCY
>> LAST YEAR, Efficiency Manitoba
announced a solar rebate program, offering eligible
homeowners up to $5,000 and business owners up
to $25,000 in rebates if they add solar photovoltaic
(PV) panels to buildings that are connected to
Manitoba Hydro's grid.
The rebate offsets the initial cost of installation,
and property owners can also expect lower energy
bills. Adding solar power can offset a building's
energy consumption. For homeowners, a typical
system offsets about 40-60% of their consumption.
Furthermore, if the system is connected to Manitoba
Hydro's grid, any extra energy it produces is sold
back to Manitoba Hydro at the excess-energy rate,
which is adjusted each year.
SAVE
WITH SOLAR POWER
By Kristin Marand
"What many people don't realize is that systems connected
to Manitoba Hydro's grid continue to receive an electricity bill
— it will just be less than before as you'll be purchasing less
energy from Manitoba Hydro," says Bailey Smith, energy-
efficiency analyst for the Solar Rebate Program.
"You'll also be able to sell excess electricity generated from
your solar PV system to Manitoba Hydro and receive a credit
on your energy bill."
If you're interested in exploring solar power and taking
advantage of the rebate program, visit efficiencymb.ca/
solar. It's a one-stop online shop, providing a wealth of
information about solar PV systems, along with resources to
help you choose a solar contractor and request a quote. (To
qualify for a rebate, you must work with a registered solar
supplier. There's a list of suppliers on the website.)
CLEAN ENERGY TRANSLATES INTO SAVINGS:
USE LESS, PAY LESS AND FEEL GOOD
52 Parade of Homes SPRING 2023
