As solar energy generation becomes more abundant, more electric cooperative member-owners are considering solar energy to reduce their carbon footprint. A lower energy bill is also the goal.

Guthrie County Rural Electric Cooperative (REC) wants to make sure our member-owners fully understand the true costs, operational reality and actual energy savings that come with a home solar installation. To determine whether solar is right for you, make sure to do your research, just as you would for any major home-improvement project. Finding the right contractor is the second key to a successful outcome.

We’re here to help. As your trusted energy advisor, Guthrie County REC can offer a candid assessment of your specific situation. After all, Guthrie County REC has a different “bottom line” that is not directly tied to the sale of a product or service. We constantly strive to find new ways to help you use energy more efficiently.

We can walk you through considerations to make sure solar is right for you based on your electric use, how to maximize the power you can get from installing solar and potential savings based on Guthrie County REC’s rates. Solar companies often use “typical” rates to calculate savings, which can be misleading.

Before you sign anything, contact our office at 888-747-2206 or visit www.guthrie-rec.coop and go to “Co-op Resources – Links” to view the Solar PV Energy Guide.