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BEC has installed more than 250 solar systems in Texas Hill Country. Want to learn more? Give us a call or fill out an interest form.
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Solar power is energy from the sun that is converted into a clean, green source of energy. Bandera Electric Cooperative has partnered with Atma Energy to design a solar power system for your home that meets your custom energy needs. Their experience makes it a simple, powerful, and efficient process if you choose solar energy as the trusted power source for your home.
Why Choose BEC?
- Apolloware Energy Analytics
- Trusted Energy Provider
- Not-for-profit Cooperative
- Battery/Storage Certified Installer
- Special time-based energy use and production rates
- Dependable equipment and workmanship warranties
- Special Rebates
Solar
Your roof will be examined to determine if rooftop solar is the best option to maximize your energy production.
- New roofing can now be financed through solar loans.
- Recommend at least 7+ years of life left in your roof.
- Eligible for on-bill financing with our Energy Saver Program.
Energy Storage
Reduce your reliance on the grid, protect your home during a power outage, and store energy so you can use more of your solar power.
- Power day or night, or during an outage.
- Use more of your generated solar.
- Eligible for on-bill financing with our Energy Saver Program.
Learn more about Battery Storage.
Energy Analytics App
Monitor your solar production and energy usage in real time from any desktop or mobile device with Apolloware from BEC.
Learn About Apolloware
Financing & Payment Options
BEC offers a variety of financing options including on-bill financing, cash discounts, and more.
Learn more about financing and payment options.
Solar for Business
Businesses of all sizes can take advantage of the financial incentives offered by using solar power. The decision to invest in solar can increase your bottom line by saving you money on commercial utility bills.
Tax Credits & Incentives
The Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit allows you to deduct 30% of the cost of installing a solar energy system from your federal taxes, with no cap on its value. Solar must be installed in 2032 in order to collect the full 30%.
Learn more about tax credits and incentives.
Process for Installing Solar on BEC’s Grid
1. Site Assessment & Energy Analysis
A solar installer inspects member’s property and notifies the member what must be done before installing solar system
2. Design
A solar system is designed and presented to the member. Call BEC to review your contract before you sign.
3. Permitting
Member completes required BEC DG Application and pays interconnection fee. BEC reviews application and contacts the installer with the outcome.
4. Installation
BEC or a third party installs the solar system.
5. Final Inspection
Contact BEC to schedule an inspection of your solar system after installation is complete.
6. Utility Connection & Apolloware
Utility Connection & Apolloware
Have More Questions?
See our solar frequently asked questions or contact us.
Solar Frequently Asked Questions
Most solar installations qualify for a Federal Solar Tax Credit (commonly referred to as an ITC). For more information about Federal Solar Tax Credits visit the IRS website.
BEC recommends insuring your new asset. Most insurance companies will allow you to include the system under your homeowner's insurance policy.
BEC has several affordable financing options for your solar investment! There is a range of solar financing options to meet the different needs of many homeowners, including 5-, 10-, 15- and 20-year financing products with no-money-down options. BEC's Energy Saver Program allows BEC members to finance a solar power system on their bill for up to 10 years.
View more financing information.
The total cost of installing a solar array depends on the size of the system. BEC will perform a energy analysis and site assessment to customize a system to fit your individual needs. Once you have decided on a roof or ground mounted system, a BEC energy advisor will schedule a consultation and provide an estimate.
After an onsite visit, assessment, and proposal accepted, installation will be scheduled. An average 5 kW system installation takes one week to complete. *Installation completion time will vary based on the size of the system.
If you produce more energy than you consume and are a BEC member, BEC will pay you for all energy your system generates back to the BEC grid. The compensation rate is adjusted annually based on the wholesale cost of energy.
The average BEC residential member consumes approximately 1300 kWh a month. BEC’s 5 kW solar system generates on average 625 kWh per month or 7500 kWh per year, saving you almost 50% on energy costs.
We offer 2 types of photo-voltaic (PV) arrays - rooftop and ground mounted - for both residential and commercial members.
Unlike fossil fuels, solar energy is a technology, not a fuel, and consumers can expect continuous improvements. Investing in solar energy will improve energy efficiency and reduce monthly energy costs.
Studies show that the installation of a solar system can increase the value of your home by up to 20%. The Texas property tax code allows an exemption of 100% of the appraised property value increase arising from the installation or construction of a solar array.
Connecting to the Grid
Grid Interconnection information
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