MASH Workshops

California Center for Sustainable Energy hosts workshops that help stakeholders learn about, and participate in, the MASH program.

If you are interested in having a MASH representative come to your office to do a workshop for your staff, contact
the Program Manager at 858-634-4728 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . (SDG&E territory only)

Workshops:

Intro to Multifamily Affordable Solar Housing

In this workshop you will learn about the structure of the MASH program, the application process and how to get started.
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Virtual Net Metering

Learn about a new utility tariff designed for multifamily affordable housing with solar PV. Virtual Net Metering will allow kilowatt-hour credits produced by one solar system to be distruibuted to meters throughout a building, and in some cases an entire complex. Because multiple inverters will not be needed, this setup will dramatically decrease overall installation costs.
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Download the workshop with Audio Virtual Net Metering (Webex)
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MASH Track 2

Track 2 allows eligible mulitfamily affordable housing owners to compete for incentives above the Track 1 level if they can demonstrate the solar installation will bring direct tenant benefits. Learn about the application process and judging criteria for Track 2. Webinar access available.
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MASH Track 2 Webex Presentation Feb 25th, 2010 (please note that you need to download the Webex player to view the presentation)

MASH 201: Affordable Housing Finance For Contractors And Consultants

Along with covering the latest news on the MASH program, this class focuses on affordable housing finance, the unique perspective of the affordable housing developer and the complex funding issues they face with a solar retrofit. You will learn about tax credits, utility allowances, PPAs, what a developer looks for in a consultant and contractor and many other topics that will help you participate in the MASH program.

Speakers:

Greening San Diego's Affordable Housing

This conference highlights the solar energy and energy efficiency programs available to San Diego's affordable housing owners and property managers. Topics also include services green consultants provide and financing a green project.

Panel #1 – Getting Started: What Can Project Consultants Offer?
Industry experts discuss the benefits of going green, the important steps to take when developing a green project and what the right consultant will do to guide you through the process.

Panel #2 – Incentive Programs Available in San Diego
Industry experts discuss the benefits of going green, the important steps to take when developing a green project and what the right consultant will do to guide you through the process.

Panel #3 – Financing a Green Project
Experts with a track record of success discuss how to make the numbers work for green projects. Presentations include innovative financing mechanisms and how to leverage the incentive programs. Also, learn about HUD's 241 Supplemental Loan.

Affordability through Sustainability

During the event we asked participants to voice the reasons that are keeping them from installing solar and/or applying energy efficiency in their portfolios.

The feedback was diverse and the conversation around the reasons identified some solutions.

Obstacles

  • Lack of financing and financing terms
  • Lack of incentive within the state of CA to offset the loss of tax increment
  • Lack of knowledge and education among developers regarding renewable and energy efficiency
  • Economy
  • Strict lender guidelines
  • Shading, building limitations
  • Aging roofs
  • Lack of education regarding renewable technology
  • Lack of understanding regarding savings from EE
  • Utility allowances and set rents

Solutions

  • Pilot tool for retrofit properties to adjust utility allowances
  • Redevelopment funds
  • Education
  • Financing for solar thermal
  • Lengthening funding cycles for affordable housing projects

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