Trinity Solar workers are seen here installing solar panels on a house in Sound View.
Trinity Solar to Donate $100 to Shoreline Community Center’s Planned Solar Installation for Every Homeowner, who has Appointment to Learn More About Solar
OLD LYME — When some of the board members of the Sound View Beach Association, Inc. (SVBA) recently had solar panels installed on their homes, they became aware that there were additional benefits in addition to the ell-documented ones of saving money on their electric bills while also having a positive impact on the environment.
Gail Fuller, who currently serves as SVBA President, explains, “We discovered a fundraising opportunity that would make possible the installation of solar panels on the roof of the Shoreline Community Center.” The Center is located on Hartford Ave. and sponsored by the SVBA.
The Center’s bills for electricity in the summer total around $400 a month, which is a financially challenging amount for a small, non-profit organization. To reduce electricity costs year-round, the SVBA Board had determined their best option was to install solar panels on the Center’s roof.
Fuller points out, “This, however, would represent a major expense for the SVBA since the Center is designated a commercial building and therefore not eligible for federal, residential grants.”
The Shoreline Community Center board is hoping to raise sufficient funds to install solar panels on the Center’s roof.
In support of the Shoreline Community Center’s fundraiser, Trinity Solar has offered to donate $100 to the SVBA for every homeowner, who has an appointment in their home with one of their solar experts. If Trinity Solar subsequently installs solar panels on that home — regardless of the town in which the house is sited — the Center will receive $1,000 towards its own solar installation.
Trinity Solar will provide home- and property-owners with a no-cost solar installation funded by federal grants for residential homes.
There is no commitment for signing up for an appointment. The benefit is learning more about solar from a company that has been in business for many years and is also supporting the community.
Trinity Solar states on its website, “We believe solar is the most practical form of renewable energy on the planet and seek to make it accessible to as many people as possible.”
Fuller comments enthusiastically, “The SVBA is excited about this fundraiser and the opportunity to install solar [panels] on the Shoreline Community Center.”
She notes, “If you are considering solar or would just like to learn more about your options, make sure to contact Trinity Solar through our partnership. There are two ways to sign up. You can click on this link and enter your name, address and contact information or call 800-655-2500 and be sure to mention the Sound View Beach Association.”
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