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Acton Solar Seminar, Tuesday March 22

How do I get solar electricity in my home? Green Acton and the Acton Green Advisory Board bring together experts with answers.

What: Acton Solar Seminar - Co-sponsored by the Acton Green Advisory Board and Green Acton, open to all

When: Tuesday March 22, 7-9 pm

Where: The Gallery (2nd Floor) at West Acton Villageworks, 525 Massachusetts Ave, Acton, MA

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Making a decision on how to take advantage of solar energy for the average homeowner can be a daunting task. The options are myriad, the incentive programs are complex, and the rules and programs seem to be continually changing.

The intent of this seminar is to help households make a decision if solar is right for them and the best way to take advantage of this clean energy option.

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This seminar brings together solar industry experts to address each of these issues including the installation options, the financing options, and the current and potential future state and federal incentive programs.

Speakers

Massachusetts Clean Energy Center - Andy Belden, Solar Programs Director

MACEC is a publicly-funded agency dedicated to accelerating the success of clean energy technologies, companies and projects in the Commonwealth

Energy Sage - Kimberly Le, Senior Solar Advisor

EnergySage is an online solar power platform that is designed to help consumers learn more about solar and get estimates for solar power systems.

Co-Op Power – Ben Underwood, Co-Director

Co-op Power is a multi-class, multi-racial movement for a sustainable and just energy future.

Host

West Acton Villageworks - http://www.westactonvillageworks.com/

The innovative new gateway to Acton's walkable village center.

Sponsors

Acton Green Advisory Board - http://www.acton-ma.gov/index.aspx?NID=100

The Green Advisory Board serves as an advisory committee reporting to the Board of Selectmen and the local and regional school committees on clean energy and sustainability issues.

Green Acton - http://greenacton.org/

Green Acton is a group of volunteers working to conserve resources and encourage sustainability in Acton, Massachusetts.

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