Why Going Solar Makes Sense for West Michigan Churches
Going solar isn’t just good stewardship—it’s a smart financial strategy for churches in West Michigan. From Grand Rapids to Holland, congregations are discovering how solar reduces costs, demonstrates environmental leadership, and even generates cash to reinvest into ministries.
1. Immediate Savings on Electricity Bills
Churches run lights, HVAC, and audiovisual equipment almost daily, resulting in significant monthly electric expenses. Solar power can offset up to 100% of these costs. With utility rates from DTE and Consumers Energy rising consistently over the last five years, locking in affordable energy rates through solar provides long-term budget stability.
Churches run lights, HVAC, and audiovisual equipment almost daily, resulting in significant monthly electric expenses. Solar power can offset up to 100% of these costs. With utility rates from DTE and Consumers Energy rising consistently over the last five years, locking in affordable energy rates through solar provides long-term budget stability.
2. A 30% Cash Incentive from the IRS
Thanks to the federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and its new Direct Pay option, churches and nonprofits now qualify for a direct 30% cash refund of the solar system’s total cost—no tax liability needed. A $100,000 solar project means a $30,000 check directly back to your church after installation, available for ministry expansions or facility improvements.
Thanks to the federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and its new Direct Pay option, churches and nonprofits now qualify for a direct 30% cash refund of the solar system’s total cost—no tax liability needed. A $100,000 solar project means a $30,000 check directly back to your church after installation, available for ministry expansions or facility improvements.
3. Limited-Time Opportunity: Act by July 4, 2026
The 30% ITC won't last forever. Your church must begin solar installation before July 4, 2026, to capture the full benefit. After this, the incentive decreases, making today the ideal time to act and maximize your savings.
The 30% ITC won't last forever. Your church must begin solar installation before July 4, 2026, to capture the full benefit. After this, the incentive decreases, making today the ideal time to act and maximize your savings.
4. Strengthen Your Commitment to Creation Care
Solar panels visibly demonstrate your church’s dedication to environmental stewardship and community leadership. Embracing renewable energy is a powerful statement, aligning your ministry’s values with practical action and inspiring your congregation and community toward sustainable choices.
Solar panels visibly demonstrate your church’s dedication to environmental stewardship and community leadership. Embracing renewable energy is a powerful statement, aligning your ministry’s values with practical action and inspiring your congregation and community toward sustainable choices.
5. $0 Down, Budget-Friendly Options Available
Modern solar financing allows your church to install solar panels with zero upfront investment. Monthly payments are covered by the immediate savings on your electric bill, making solar affordable from day one. The 30% cash incentive further reduces costs and boosts cash flow.
Modern solar financing allows your church to install solar panels with zero upfront investment. Monthly payments are covered by the immediate savings on your electric bill, making solar affordable from day one. The 30% cash incentive further reduces costs and boosts cash flow.
6. Risk-Free Solar Analysis
Getting started is simple. Request a complimentary analysis of your church’s roof, electric usage, and potential solar savings. You'll receive a clear breakdown of the costs, savings, rebate amounts, and payback period—typically less than eight years, after which you'll enjoy decades of virtually free electricity.
Getting started is simple. Request a complimentary analysis of your church’s roof, electric usage, and potential solar savings. You'll receive a clear breakdown of the costs, savings, rebate amounts, and payback period—typically less than eight years, after which you'll enjoy decades of virtually free electricity.
7. Expand Your Ministry Impact
Every dollar saved through solar energy frees resources for your church’s core mission. With solar panels lasting 25-30 years, your church will benefit from significant ongoing savings, empowering you to reinvest in ministry programs, outreach efforts, and community support.
Every dollar saved through solar energy frees resources for your church’s core mission. With solar panels lasting 25-30 years, your church will benefit from significant ongoing savings, empowering you to reinvest in ministry programs, outreach efforts, and community support.
Ready to explore solar for your church? Email your latest electric bill to mike@thirdcoastsolar.io or call 616-862-9097 to schedule a brief consultation today.
Mike Curtis