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Norwalk reports interest in weatherization, new solar financing option
Summary
Staff reported 93 inquiries to the Heat Smart weatherization program (34 assessments scheduled, three completed), at least 25 Solarized Norwalk appointments and two recent solar sales; staff said rebates remain available and highlighted a utility 'buy‑all' leasing option to lower upfront costs.
Jody updated the committee on two city energy programs: Heat Smart (weatherization) and Solarized Norwalk (solar outreach and sales).
On weatherization, she described the home assessment process — blower‑door testing, air‑sealing and on‑the‑spot insulation when needed — and said program staff provide homeowners with upgrade plans and rebate information. "At this point there have been 93 people who have called interested in getting the assessments done. There's 34 that are scheduled right now. There have been three that are completed," she said.
On solar outreach, Jody said the Solarized Norwalk enrollment has produced at least 25 appointments and two sales; one sale was described as a very large system that staff will confirm the exact kilowatt size for. She also described a utility 'buy‑all' option through Eversource in which a third party installs a system on a rooftop, sells the generated power to the grid and pays the host for production; the presenter framed the option as a way to avoid upfront system costs and broaden participation, particularly at commercial or neighborhood scales.
Committee members urged stronger numeric reporting and marketing to increase participation. Staff said additional outreach will be coordinated with the task force and city communications and that Sustainable Connecticut funds will help support Solarized Norwalk outreach and materials.
