Solstice cheer, solar stories, and tips for navigating 2026 utility rate increases.
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December 2025

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Happy Winter Solstice!

On Sunday, December 21st, the sun takes its lowest path across the sky, making it the shortest day of the year here in the Northern Hemisphere. This serves as a perfect reminder that brighter days are ahead! With that in mind, we’re sending a little sunshine your way with the very first edition of our bimonthly newsletter.

Graph of Historical Average US Residential Electricity Price increases.
What's Driving Higher Rates?

Utility Bills Hit Record Highs: Value of Solar Rises

Wisconsinites are battling high utility costs. As the national average retail price hits a record $.18/kWh, the value of solar becomes more apparent. Solar locks in your energy costs, shielding you from rate hikes and turning every utility price increase into savings.

Northwind Solar's delivering a solar 101 info session.

⚡41 properties went solar

⚡387 kW of solar in Central WI

⚡Max Discount $.15/watt Achieved!

Local Success—Central WI Solar Group Buy Delivers Savings

We were proud to install solar for the 2025 Grow Solar Central Wisconsin Group Buy, helping our community unlock big savings through bulk purchasing. See how neighbors made it happen—read the recap.

Group Buy Recap

Clean Energy Works: On Wisconsin Schools

RENEW Wisconsin sat down with our Project Manager, Zay Miller, to discuss Amherst High School’s 118.3 kW solar project and how it impacts the community and classrooms.

Solar on Schools Story

Real Results: Two Years of Solar Savings in Plover

We checked in with the Johnsons, two years after we installed their 10kW grid-tied PV system. Brad shares their experience, the financial benefits they've seen, and his advice for neighbors considering solar.

Hear from the Johnsons

Business Advantage: Commercial Solar Incentives 

The 30% Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and Focus on Energy Rebates make solar a powerful investment for Midwest businesses seeking financial stability and predictable energy costs. With recent changes to incentives, we're here to help you secure all available grants and incentives to maximize your ROI.

Secure 2026 Incentives

Northwind Solar Earns Community Choice Award!

We’re happy to share that Northwind Solar was voted Best in Solar Services in Portage County and named a finalist for Best of the Valley! Thank you for helping us build a brighter, more resilient community.

Why Customers Choose Northwind

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NEW YEAR, NEW ENERGY! The world is electrifying, and we’re working to expand our offerings. If you haven't yet, please take our short survey to help shape our future services.

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Together we’re Powering Forward. See you in the New Year!
— The Northwind Solar Team

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