Many people don’t have access to solar because they rent, live in multi-tenant buildings, or their roofs are unsuitable for installation. Community solar makes renewable energy accessible to all and helps reduce the energy burden of low-income households. Joining a community solar project requires no change to your electricity service and results in monthly savings on your utility bill through the issuance of bill credits. Learn more about the benefits of community solar.
Increased Community Cohesiveness
Community solar is different from a home solar installation in that it is owned and operated by a local utility or energy supplier. This allows people without access to rooftops or whose roofs cannot accommodate panels—or who may not be ready for the upfront costs of a solar system—to participate in solar and save money. These customers are known as subscribers, and…
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