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March 20, 2023

Going Solar in Madison is Easier Than You Think

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Going Solar in Madison is Easier Than You Think

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Powering your home with solar is not only good for the planet, it might actually save you money. Heather Allen, an advisor for RENEW Wisconsin, walks us through her experience putting solar panels on her Madison home. It’s easier than you might think, especially with incentives offered by the City of Madison, Wisconsin, and the federal government. Just watch out for squirrels. 

🌞 Is your Madison home a good fit for solar? The MadiSUN program is here to help. 

🛠️ RENEW’s Tips on How to Find a Solar Installer

💵 Get Solar Quotes Online


Also on the show today:

⚖️ Watch the only debate with the candidates for Wisconsin Supreme Court on March 21. 

🌱 Get the dirt on soil, March 22, with this UW lecture. No soil... no food!


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