Looking to get started on a solar project for your roof? Hennepin County has partnered with Switch Together to help make solar buying more affordable.

Using group buying and the expertise of Solar United Neighbors, Switch Together ensures that participants get a great deal on solar installation and have the information they need to make informed decisions. Switch Together organizes groups of residents interested in going solar, together. These groups then get better deals on bulk purchasing of panels.

Here's the process:

1. Sign up- Residents can register for the program today. There's no obligation to buy.
2. Auction- Pre-vetted installers participate in an a reverse auction. The best bid wins.
3. Personal recommendation- A personal installation recommendation will be sent to you
4. Make your decision- Accept or decline the offer. After accepting, pay a deposit towards the final installation
5. Installation- Switch Together will transfer your account to the installer, which will perform a site and roof survey to ensure your property is suitable for solar. 

This year's buy ends in early September, so get started now.

Residents can also check out a free webinar to learn more on Aug. 5.