Energy Trust wants to remind active Solar trade allies that the Solar Business Development Fund (BDF) is still available for active Solar trade allies, with about 30% of the 2025 budget remaining for eligible reimbursements as of August 18. 

Active Solar trade allies are eligible to receive up to $3,000 in reimbursement through the Solar BDF offer. Trade ally firms that are COBID certified, located in rural areas, or minority, veteran or women-owned businesses are eligible for up to $4,000 in reimbursement for qualifying marketing and other business development expenses. 

All BDF projects and training reimbursements require pre-approval. Pre-approval confirms project and training eligibility but does not reserve funds. Funds are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that final invoices must be submitted within 60 days of pre-approval and within 15 days of release of marketing projects or training/event dates. 

To apply, please fill out this Solar BDF Application. For detailed Solar BDF guidelines, review the Solar BDF page. 

For help with questions regarding Business Development Funds, please email us at solarfund@energytrust.org or call 1.866.368.7878.