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The Solar Report
Good news for heliophiles and taxophobes
Tony Pappas
Fri, Apr 9
Category:
The Solar Report
Back in 2005, the US Congress passed a bill giving federal tax credits for the installation of renewable energy sources. The bill has been extended multiple times since then and the terms have changed multiple times, also. The good news: The tax credit was scheduled to decline to 22 percent in 2021...
The Solar Initiative offers revised subsidy programs for April 1 to June 30, 2021
Tony Pappas
Thu, Mar 25
Category:
The Solar Report
It is the mission of the Solar Initiative on Block Island to reduce fossil fuel emissions by offering incentives to energy consumers to move to renewable sources of energy. Our primary means of making progress toward this goal is education (e.g. columns such as this series) and subsidies to make...
“The sun also rises”
Tony Pappas
Thu, Mar 11
Category:
The Solar Report
With apologies to Hemingway, the sun is rising on solar generated power (and other renewables). Consider the following data: • In 2019, 72 percent of power plant additions utilized renewables. • The European Union now generates more power from renewables (38 percent) than from fossil fuels (37...
Every 38 years
Tony Pappas
Thu, Feb 25
Category:
The Solar Report
The year is 1983. The committee has organized its annual House and Garden Tour. This year’s theme is “Solar Energy,” featuring four residences, a business, and the Southeast Lighthouse was thrown in as a bonus! (Tickets were $5 but $4.50 if purchased in advance – and net proceeds of $1,300 were...
Everything you always wanted to know about heat pumps but were afraid to ask
Tony Pappas
Thu, Feb 11
Category:
The Solar Report
The Solar Initiative’s (tSI) heat pump subsidy program has proved to be very popular. Over 40 island families have signed up or are ready to learn more. tSI is offering up to $6,000 to offset the cost of a home heat pump installation. That sounds great, but what is a heat pump and how does it work...
Why your next car should be an EV
Tony Pappas
Thu, Jan 28
Category:
The Solar Report
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Features
There are many reasons to replace your current gas guzzler with an electric vehicle. Let me count the ways: 1. You can save money on operation. Green Energy Consumer Advocates did an analysis using the Block Island Power Company’s rates and determined that using an EV on Block Island in the winter...
The EV Revolution is Here!
Tony Pappas
Thu, Jan 14
Category:
The Solar Report
Well, at least an uprising. In the fall of 2020, the Solar Initiative offered subsidies towards the purchase of electric vehicles. From 14 applications, eight subsidies were awarded. And now the first six have arrived on the island. Look at these smiling faces (behind their masks). Pictured above...
Good news and bad news
Tony Pappas
Thu, Dec 31
Category:
The Solar Report
Well, I have good news and bad news for anyone hoping to go more solar in the immediate future. The bad news is that the Solar Initiative will be unable to accomplish installations at the present time. This is due to a couple of unfortunate factors. Firstly, the winter season makes roof work...
The Solar Initiative subsidy programs are extended through March 31, 2021.
Thu, Dec 17
Category:
The Solar Report
Yes, Block Island homeowners can get a discount of $800 per KW on our rooftop mounted solar systems (up to 15KWs). This coupled with the Federal Tax credit for 2021 makes for a good deal through the first quarter of 2021. And up to $6,000 discounted off heat pump installations.
Contact Tony...
B.I. Resident purchases Chevy Bolt through the Solar Initiative grant
Thu, Dec 17
Category:
The Solar Report
“We are so grateful to the Solar Initiative grant for making the purchase of a fully electric vehicle possible for us. We are thrilled with our new Chevy Bolt. We charge it at our house each night so it’s always full and is very fun to drive and ideal for the island. It has lots of instant torque,...
This should rate your interest!
Tony Pappas
Thu, Dec 3
Category:
The Solar Report
The first major initiative of The Solar Initiative was to put solar panels on the roofs of the Block Island Power Company facility. The intent was to reduce the need for local diesel generation and/or decrease electricity purchase from mainland non-renewable suppliers. This has been accomplished to...
Eight smiling islanders
Tony Pappas
Thu, Nov 19
Category:
The Solar Report
More solar-sourced energy; less fossil fuel emissions. That is the goal of Block Island’s Solar Initiative. Towards that end, the Solar Initiative (tSi) has recently awarded eight subsidies toward the purchase of an electrically-powered vehicle to island families. The subsidies run over three years...
Let’s have some fun in the sun
Tony Pappas
Thu, Nov 5
Category:
The Solar Report
We at the Solar Initiative hope that this series of columns has convinced you to at least consider installing a solar system at your home. It is a big step with financial and ecological ramifications, heavy stuff. So while you are deliberating, take a moment to look at the light side. Fun facts...
Meet David Reidy
Tony Pappas
Fri, Oct 23
Category:
The Solar Report
Why should I meet David Reidy? Who is he anyway? David is the installation contractor for the solar systems sponsored by the Solar Initiative. David can save you money while you help save the planet! He is the President of Cool Energy — but let’s begin at the beginning: David is a native Rhode...
Island Buzz
Still Looking for a Summer Rental?
Posted By
Sullivan Sotheby's International Realty
4/10
Sullivan Sotheby’s International Realty has some great options, if your still searching for that perfect Summer Rental. We...
Highland Farm has Fresh Spring Nursery Stock
Posted By
Highland Farm Inc.
4/10
Highland Farm has fresh nursery stock arriving daily! From large evergreens which can be planted to make an instant green...
Highland Farm is officially OPEN for business!
Posted By
Highland Farm Inc.
4/10
Spring is officially here and we are ready to open for another great season here at Highland Farm. Our mulch is REAL BARK,...
Highland Farm now open for the season
Posted By
Highland Farm Inc.
4/10
Spring update. We hope all of you are staying safe and healthy out there on the island. Mulch has arrived! Highland Farm...
History Happening Here- Join our Membership in 2021
Posted By
Block Island Historical Society
4/9
Thank you for your interest in the Block Island Historical Society. We all value everyone who shares our love of the island...
This weeks Nature Conservancy Schedule
Posted By
The Block Island Times
4/9
Check out this weeks Nature Conservancy Schedule at https:// www.natureblockisland.org
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Lila Delman is now taking reservations for your Block Island Vacation. www.LilaDelman.com We make it easy with an online lease and payment by credit card. Email us at BIRentals@LilaDelman.com
Lila Delman Real Estate is now taking reservations for your Block Island vacation. Take a look at...
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Island Religion
PART 7 ASPIRING TO BE A WITNESS FOR CHRIST
Posted By
Block Island Christian Fellowship
4/8
PART 7 ASPIRING TO BE A WITNESS FOR CHRIST CHAPTER 8 BEING A WITNESS OF ATTENDING TO THE ASSEMBLING OF THE SAINTS Acts 2:42...
PART 6 ASPIRING TO BE A WITNESS FOR CHRIST
Posted By
Block Island Christian Fellowship
3/31
PART 6 ASPIRING TO BE A WITNESS FOR CHRIST CHAPTER 7 BEING A WITNESS OF THE SPIRIT-FILLED LIFE What we are going to talk...
PART 5 Aspiring to be a Witness for Christ
Posted By
Block Island Christian Fellowship
3/25
PART 5 Aspiring to be a Witness for Christ CHAPTER 6 BEING A WITNESS WHEN WE PRAY Another aspiration that we should have is...
