New York sanctions larger community solar projects
The Empire State’s Public Service Commission will now allow projects up to 5 MW to participate in the program, from 2 MW previously.
Omaha, Nebraska, plans for community solar
The public utility in Nebraska’s largest city has presented the structure of a community solar program for its 352,000 customers in Omaha and surrounding counties.
NextEra Energy Resources adds to Minnesota community solar boom
Five new projects bring the developer’s community solar portfolio to 66 MW and continues the state’s position as a leader in the space.
Four co-ops petition Virginia utility regulators to start community solar pilot
The pilot, which the co-operatives expect to last three years, would provide for the construction of two facilities in the state, the power from which members could subscribe.
U.S. installs nearly 4 GW of solar in Q4 2017
GTM Research has given its preliminary estimate for installations over the full year 2017 at 11.8 GW, a 22% decline from 2016 levels.
Massachusetts lands first community solar+storage project
Sterling (Massachusetts) Municipal Light Department has paired a 1 MW-AC rooftop solar installation with a 1 MW/2 MWh energy storage system to provide clean energy to the town.
Illinois progresses with solar program RFQs and a community solar clearinghouse website
As regulatory approval of Illinois solar programs nears, RFQs are posted for program administrators and a community solar website for developers, potential subscribers and community organizations launches.
Duke proposes community solar, green tariff programs
The programs would expand the options for its North Carolina customers – both residential and large organizations – to use renewable energy.
Report: 88% of Minnesota’s community solar participants are saving money
The widely praised program, largely under the auspices of Xcel Energy, continues to grow in capacity, with what the utility reports are significant rate-savings for participants.
Anchorage, Alaska, to build first community solar farm
Under the auspices of the Chugach Electric Association, the 500 kW Electron Village solar farm is expected to produce around 600 MWh per year.
