Community solar is a clean energy program that allows multiple people or businesses to benefit from a single, shared solar power project—without needing to install solar panels on their own property.
How it works
- A solar farm is built in a local community.
- Residents, renters, nonprofits, or businesses subscribe to a portion of the solar project.
- The electricity generated is sent to the local utility grid.
- Subscribers receive credits on their electric bill for their share of the solar power produced.
Who it’s for
Community solar is ideal for:
- Renters
- Homeowners with shaded roofs or unsuitable rooftops
- Low- to moderate-income households
- Small businesses and nonprofits
Key benefits
- ☀️ No rooftop installation required
- 💰 Lower electricity costs (typically 5–15% savings)
- 🔁 Flexible participation (often no long-term contract)
- 🌱 Clean, renewable energy
- 🏘️ Local economic and community benefits
Common features
- Subscription-based (pay for energy produced, not panels)
- Portable within the same utility territory
- No maintenance responsibility for subscribers
In simple terms
Community solar lets you go solar without owning panels—you share a local solar farm and save money on your electric bill.