Renewable Energy Programs & Products

The Bright Way™ To Heat Water Program

Our BRIGHT WAY program can help you save money by providing a cash discount to offset the cost of installing an approved solar water heater.

Eligibility Requirements

You may be eligible for the BRIGHT WAY program if:

• You own a permanent residence
• Your residence receives electricity from CEC
• An electric water heater is your primary source of hot water

Only jobs that have gone through the BRIGHT WAY review process, and have been verified and approved by CEC, are eligible.

Note: You may also qualify for a State of Oregon Residential Energy Tax Credit. Check with the Oregon Department of Energy before installing the system.

How much is the discount?

The maximum cash discount for an approved installation with a collector area greater than 31 square feet is $500.00.

More Information

If you want to begin immediately, click this link to our Solar Water Heater Program (application and instructions).

Whatever your situation, the job proposal must be reviewed and approved by CEC before work begins to receive the financial incentive. Once the job is completed, a final verification will be made prior to any payment.

Please note: This is a Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) energy efficiency program. BPA programs are subject to change without notice.