Berlin I

US$100.00
Limited Availability

Total Project Cost: $319,754

Early Stage Deal
ROI : 142%-266%
System Size : 842.4 kW

The Berlin Solar Project brings 842.4 kW of new distributed solar capacity to Green Mountain Power’s (GMP) growing renewable portfolio. As part of GMP’s 2025 Distributed Renewables RFP, this project reflects the utility’s strategic commitment to mid-scale solar developments that accelerate Vermont’s clean energy transition. Located at 118 Chartrand Lane, the site has already received a General Permit for stormwater discharge during construction, signaling regulatory readiness and environmental compliance from the outset.

Total Project Cost: $319,754

Early Stage Deal
ROI : 142%-266%
System Size : 842.4 kW

The Berlin Solar Project brings 842.4 kW of new distributed solar capacity to Green Mountain Power’s (GMP) growing renewable portfolio. As part of GMP’s 2025 Distributed Renewables RFP, this project reflects the utility’s strategic commitment to mid-scale solar developments that accelerate Vermont’s clean energy transition. Located at 118 Chartrand Lane, the site has already received a General Permit for stormwater discharge during construction, signaling regulatory readiness and environmental compliance from the outset.

Project Summary

Cash Purchase Price$319,754.00
Year 1 Benefit$347,413.00
Federal Investment Tax Credits$159,149.00
Federal Depreciation$166,841.00
State Depreciation Y1$15,172.00
State Depreciation Y2-Y6$60,689.00
Project Cash Flow$449,952.00
Total Overall Benefit$851,803.00
Assumptions
Federal Marginal Tax Rate
Based on your taxable income, we have estimated your Federal Rate to be 37%.
37%
State Marginal Tax Rate
Based on your taxable income, we have estimated your State Rate to be 14.3% (calculated based on California tax rates).
14%
Investment Tax Credit Rate40%
Depreciation
Total Federal Depreciation Deduction
The Total Depreciation you will be allowed to deduct from your income on your Federal Taxes.
$450,922.00
Total State Depreciation Deduction
The Total Depreciation you will be allowed to deduct from your income on your State Taxes.
$530,496.00
Year 1 State Depreciation Tax Benefits
The amount you will save on your State Taxes as a result of your first year Depreciation Deduction.
$15,172.00
Year 2-5 State Depreciation Tax Benefits
The amount you will save on your State Taxes as a result of your remaining Depreciation Deduction.
$60,689.00
Total Depreciation Benefits For Project
The total amount you will save on your taxes over the first 6 years from your Depreciation Deduction.
$242,702.00
Cash Flow
Solar Agreement Escalator
Rate of Expected Cash Flow growth per year.
5.50%
Year 1 Cash Flow
Solar Revenue expected to be received after expenses during year 1.
$6,251.00
Cash Flow Time Horizon
Minimum hold period 6 Years up to 35 Years.
6-35 years
Total Project Cash Flow
Expected net amount to be received from Solar Revenue during the 35 years hold period.
$449,952.00