Tony Hartmann – 2/20/18
No such thing a ‘sure thing’ when it comes to investing, right? Well, if you think the sun’ll come up tomorrow, investing in solar infrastructure is as close as it gets. Since its beginning, the Legacy Solar Co-op (LSC) has facilitated solar investment not only because renewable energy is clean and sustainable, but because it makes sense economically. A lot of sense. Not-for-profits and home-owners almost always see a return on investment (ROI) in the neighborhood of 10-12%, businesses 15% and more. So, the 2018 solar investor can do good and make a sweet return on their investment…
As Don Pardo used to say, ‘but wait, there’s more…’
Legacy Solar Co-op has long been an advocate for energy efficiency efforts, projects that go hand and glove with distributed (pv) energy production. In Wisconsin, the Focus On Energy (FOE) program does more than just reward you (to the tune of thousands) for installing solar PV. You get further cash dividends by swapping out motors, furnaces, water-heaters, air conditioners, light bulbs/fixtures and much, much more. For starters, rate-payers can get FREE STUFF, like LED bulbs and water-saving fixtures just by going here and choosing a ‘pack’.
but again, there’s more… Read more
The Easy Button for Funding Your Solar ProjectApril 1, 2024 - 12:00 pm
Spring Member Bond Drive: Get your Slice of Sun now!
/in Events, NewsSpring 2018
Anyone anywhere in Wisconsin can become a Member of Legacy Solar Co-op for as little as $25, and once a Member, you are eligible to buy Slice-of-Sun Solar Bonds at $250 apiece.
Why would anyone want to buy Slice-of-Sun Solar Bonds? Here’s why:
Member Bonds are sold by the Co-op in order to support solar projects all over Wisconsin. The Co-op pays up to 6% interest on your Slice-of-Sun bonds over 12 years. Members receive both principal and interest payments annually. The Co-op makes secured loans to qualified solar projects and uses the revenue from those loans to pay back bondholders over the same 12-year horizon.
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If you are ready to buy Co-op bonds, go to this page for the next step
2018 Solar Investing
/in Advice/Education, NewsTony Hartmann – 2/20/18
No such thing a ‘sure thing’ when it comes to investing, right? Well, if you think the sun’ll come up tomorrow, investing in solar infrastructure is as close as it gets. Since its beginning, the Legacy Solar Co-op (LSC) has facilitated solar investment not only because renewable energy is clean and sustainable, but because it makes sense economically. A lot of sense. Not-for-profits and home-owners almost always see a return on investment (ROI) in the neighborhood of 10-12%, businesses 15% and more. So, the 2018 solar investor can do good and make a sweet return on their investment…
As Don Pardo used to say, ‘but wait, there’s more…’
Legacy Solar Co-op has long been an advocate for energy efficiency efforts, projects that go hand and glove with distributed (pv) energy production. In Wisconsin, the Focus On Energy (FOE) program does more than just reward you (to the tune of thousands) for installing solar PV. You get further cash dividends by swapping out motors, furnaces, water-heaters, air conditioners, light bulbs/fixtures and much, much more. For starters, rate-payers can get FREE STUFF, like LED bulbs and water-saving fixtures just by going here and choosing a ‘pack’.
but again, there’s more… Read more
Beth Israel Center
/in Projects* LSC Member
LOCATION: Madison, Wisconsin | CAPACITY: 65 kW | COMPLETION DATE: December 2017
SOLAR CONTRACTOR: Sunvest
A traditional, egalitarian synagogue in Madison, Wisconsin, Member Beth Israel Center is a vibrant and diverse community of 260 families — a caring, spiritual home that is alive with celebration, learning, prayer and a commitment to tikkun olam.
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City of Fitchburg
/in ProjectsLOCATION: Fitchburg, Wisconsin | CAPACITY: 362KW | COMPLETION DATE: November 2017
SOLAR CONTRACTOR:
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The City of Fitchburg is committed to renewable energy, having installed solar panels on the roofs of their buildings starting in 2009. LSC provided site assessments, City staff support, financial cost and benefit projections, RFP support, and public meeting testimony for the solar project that led to adding almost 1,000 panels (362 kW) to the West Fire Station, City Hall, Public Works Maintenance Facility and the Fitchburg Public Library. The project added about 452,000 kWh of renewable electricity. Read more
Breitenmoser Family Farm
/in Projects* LSC Member
LOCATION: Merrill, Wisconsin | CAPACITY: 19.8 kW | COMPLETION DATE: November 2017
SOLAR CONTRACTOR:
Member Breitenmoser Family Farm, located in Merrill, is owned and operated by Hans Jr. and Katie Breitenmoser and has been in operation for the last two generations. The Breitenmosers are strong supporters of renewable agriculture in family run farms and rural communities, this not being their first solar installation. They also supported the TB Scott Library project as bondholders and are members of the Wisconsin Farmers Union.
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General Beverage Companies Headquarters
/in ProjectsLOCATION: Fitchburg, Wisconsin | CAPACITY: 143 kW | COMPLETION DATE: October 2017
SOLAR CONTRACTOR:
General Beverage Companies (GB) is one of the largest wholesale distributors of wine, distilled spirits, beer and non-alcoholic beverages in Wisconsin, servicing over 11,400 licensed beverage retailers throughout Wisconsin. The company is headquartered in Fitchburg and also has locations in Barron, Chippewa Falls, La Crosse, Little Chute, Milwaukee, Oshkosh, and Stevens Point. LSC worked with GB to start generating 18-20% of their power from solar. Read more
School Sisters of St Francis of St Joseph Convent
/in Projects* LSC Member
LOCATION: Milwaukee, Wisconsin | CAPACITY: 375 kW | COMPLETION DATE: January 2018
SOLAR CONTRACTOR:
The School Sisters of St. Francis of St. Joseph Convent is an international community of Catholic sisters who unite with others to build a just and peaceful world. Founded in 1874, the organization has more than 1,000 sisters, associates, staff, donors and volunteers actively working to address the needs of those who are poor and marginalized by society. Their sites are located in the United States, Europe, Latin America and India. The School Sisters of St. Francis in Milwaukee is one of nine sponsored or co-sponsored sites in the U.S. Read more
The T.B. Scott Free Library
/in Projects* LSC Member
LOCATION: Merrill, Wisconsin | CAPACITY: 28.63kW | COMPLETION DATE: June 2017
SOLAR CONTRACTOR:
The T.B. Scott Free Library serves the Merrill area through traditional and innovative services, connecting people to their community and the world. It promotes reading, supports lifelong learning, ensures free and open access to ideas, and provides opportunities for recreation.
The Library has employed both high and low tech ways to save energy for many years, so going solar is just another step in becoming more environmentally friendly and making taxpayer dollars stretch further. Read more
Housing Initiatives of Madison
/in Projects* LSC Member
LOCATION: Madison, Wisconsin | CAPACITY: 21 kW | COMPLETION DATE: December 2016
SOLAR CONTRACTOR:
Housing Initiatives is a Madison nonprofit organization that has been providing peace, hope, and shelter for Madison area men, women, and veterans for over 20 years. Read more
Madison nonprofit Housing Initiatives are setting up to save 40% on their power bill
/in NewsHousing Initiatives has been providing peace, hope, and shelter for Madison area men, women, and veterans for over 20 years. They work to end homelessness for those who live with severe mental illnesses. Legacy Solar Co-op is proud to be partnering with such a wonderful organization.
Legacy Solar Co-op will provide solar on 2 buildings that Housing Initiatives owns and maintains. Our tax sponsor for this project is a long-time advocate for this and other organizations in Dane County. Together, we will help Housing Initiatives achieve lower energy bills by helping them generate their own electricity behind-the-meter, saving them about 40% on their power bills. Read more