SOLAR POWERING YOUR COMMUNITY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

VANCOUVER B.C., November 6, 2009 — The U.S. Department of Energy developed this comprehensive resource guide to assist local governments and stakeholders in building sustainable local solar markets. The guide introduces a range of policy and program options that have been successfully field tested in cities around the country.

The guide describes each policy or program, followed by more information on:

• Benefits: Identifies benefits from implementing the policy or program.
• Implementation Tips and Options: Outlines various tips and options for designing and implementing the policy or program.
• Examples: Highlights experiences from communities that have successfully implemented the policy or program.
• Additional References and Resources: Lists additional reports, references, and tools that offer more information on the topic, where applicable.

The SolarBC Incentive for local governments is funded by the Government of British Columbia, and is delivered in cooperation with Natural Resources Canada’s (NRCan) federal ecoENERGY for Renewable Heat program. This collaboration provides a one-stop service to BC applicants who plan to install a qualifying solar water system at an eligible property. The SolarBC Program is delivered by the BC Sustainable Energy Association (BCSEA). The SolarBC incentive for local governments will be available from April 1, 2008 to March 31, 2011.

For more information on SolarBC, call the toll free hotline: 1-866-650-8126, email info@solarbc.ca