Postponed! — Due to the anticipated 2nd night for November’s Special Town meeting, to be held on November 6th, we have to find a new date for this session.

We also now know that the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center expects to inform communities whether they have been chosen for the fall 2013 Solarize Massachusetts program before Thanksgiving, just a few weeks from now. We will select a new date for Solar 101 once we know whether we have been selected for the Solarize program.

Have you wondered if solar is right for your house? If so, join us as Green Needham once again offers our well-received Solar 101, an introduction and guide to residential solar energy for homeowners, as part of our ongoing “Living Green in Needham” series.

We will explain the technology and terminology of solar PV (photovoltaic) and solar thermal systems, the criteria homeowners should consider before proceeding, and acquisition and financing options (lease versus purchase).

As with our initial Solar 101 held in March, we will invite Needham’s Building Commissioner, David Roche, to review what the Building Department will look for from the homeowner and the installer to ensure a safe and timely installation.

We will also cover the questions that homeowners should ask of installers, and tips from Needham residents who have been through the process.

Following the presentation, we expect to have several Needham homeowners and their installers available for questions and consultation.

Presented in partnership with Needham Community Education, Solar 101 will take place on Wednesday, November 6th from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm at Needham High School.

Register through Needham Community Education by phone at 781-455-0400 x 235 (8 am – 4 pm). There is a registration fee of $10.

Refer to the Needham Adult Education Catalog/Fall 2013 (last page) for information on registering by fax, mail or in person. The Solar 101 session is listed on page 6.