There is growing consumer interest in solar power, and there are multiple options for financing the switch to solar power. Solar power financing transactions are complicated, and it is important for consumers to be informed to avoid predatory sales and marketing scams. Check out the following resources to learn more:

Educational Resources from the U.S. Department of the Treasury

Consumer Solar Awareness Website  Consumer Solar Awareness | U.S. Department of the Treasury
Solar Consumer Advisory  Consumer-Advisory-Solar-eng.pdf (treasury.gov)
Before You Buy Solar Panels  Guide-Before-You-Buy-Solar-Panels-eng.pdf (treasury.gov)
Before You Sign a Solar Lease  Guide-Before-You-Sign-a-Solar-Lease-eng.pdf (treasury.gov)
Before You Sign a Power Purchase Agreement Guide-Before-You-Sign-a-Power-Purchase-Agreement-eng.pdf (treasury.gov)
Before You Sign a Solar Subscription  Guide-Before-You-Sign-a-Community-Solar-Subscription-eng.pdf (treasury.gov)

Educational Resources from the Federal Trade Commission

Consumer: How To Avoid Getting Burned How to avoid getting burned by solar or clean energy scams | Consumer Advice (ftc.gov)
Business: Don’t Waste Your Energy On a Solar Scam  Don’t waste your energy on a solar scam | Federal Trade Commission (ftc.gov)

Educational Resources from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Issue Spotlight  Issue Spotlight: Solar Financing | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (consumerfinance.gov)
Consumer Advisory  Consumer advisory: Steer clear of costly and complex loans for solar energy installation | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (consumerfinance.gov)