4 FAQs about Community solar-powered integrated energy storage cabinet exchange discount

Does a community solar project save money?

If the credit per kilowatt-hour from the utility is higher than the price per kilowatt-hour of the community solar subscription, the subscriber saves money on their electricity costs. A community solar project is not located at the house or business where the subscribers use electricity.

Is community solar a good option?

Community solar can be a great option for people who are unable to install solar panels on their roofs because they are renters, can't afford solar, or because their roofs or electrical systems aren't suited to solar. Community solar is rapidly growing across the country.

What is a community solar program?

All community solar programs serve an exclusive set of subscribers within a utility or community choice aggregation service territory. Participation in community solar is always by choice. Subscribers opt into the program, either through contractual payments or some nonfinancial transaction.

What is a community-owned solar project?

Community-owned solar: A solar project that is wholly owned by local members of a community. Power purchase agreement (PPA): A long-term electricity supply agreement between an electricity producer and an electricity consumer. Project host: The owner of the site where the community solar project will be located.

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