Minnesota court rules to cut community solar savings
MnSEIA called the ruling to retroactively switch Minnesota’s community solar subscribers to a model favoring Xcel “a severe blow for Minnesotans” that will have far-reaching financial consequences.
Oregon takes aim at utility pushback against independent solar projects
The law aims to make utilities operate in line with the public interest by implementing incentives and penalties related to community solar, microgrids, and other types of clean energy generation.
ComEd flips the switch on Chicagoland rooftop community solar portfolio
The project is the first of 45 rooftop community solar projects owned by Prologis that will serve ComEd’s northern Illinois area.
Nexamp self-performs grid interconnection construction to accelerate solar project
The community solar company took interconnection work into its own hands, rather than relying on the electric utility. The company said it reduces both time and cost to self-perform the work.
Georgia Power agrees to give community solar a path forward
Following years of pushback from a utility that was “adamantly opposed” to community solar, Georgia Power agreed to work “in good faith” to enable a path forward for community solar and Solar for All.
Investments in community solar continue despite federal headwinds
A $275 million tax equity investment will go toward between 25 and 30 community solar projects across five states.
Agrivoltaic community solar facility is now operational in Maryland
The Lime Kiln solar project, part of the Maryland Community Solar Program, will serve area residents while also providing sheep pasture and pollinator habitat.
How the One Big Beautiful Bill impacts community solar
Despite the upcoming loss of federal tax credits, community solar developers and investors can prevail if they prioritize states with strong legislation and financial incentives.
Maine’s governor signs controversial net-metering reforms into law
Solar advocates warn that the reforms will have a “chilling effect” on the state’s clean energy future.
Minnesota saves community solar program
A debate to repeal of one of the country’s most successful community solar programs offers a window into other states’ battles to implement similar programs.
