Hi Lily, good question. It often depends on what state you're in, as different policy mechanisms will allow for different types of community solar projects to occur. If you are in a state with community solar enabling policy, then there may be projects starting, organically, at the neighborhood level. You can follow NREL's National Community Solar Partnership site for a list of projects. Also check with your electric utility provider. Many utilities are offering community solar (or other forms of green pricing) to their customers, from both investor-owned utilities to co-ops. There are also some national programs to get involved with community solar, such as Arcadia Power. Good luck!
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Gilbert Michaud
Assistant Professor
Loyola University Chicago
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Original Message:
Sent: Oct 11, 2021 03:25 PM
From: Lily Geiser
Subject: Community Solar
Hi! I am interested in learning more about community solar projects in my area, but I'm not sure what's a good way to get started. Where should I look for information on that, and what's the best way to get involved in these projects? Thank you!
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Lily Geiser
lgeiser@ases.org
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