Ampion Renewable Energy was chosen by Erie County Low Income Program for Sustainable Energy as administrator of community solar program for residents in need.
Partnering with Amalgamated Bank, the independent power producer plans to develop a total of 25.5 MW in three counties in northwest New York state.
The project received a 20% investment tax credit for selling its electricity to low-income communities, according to developer, Renewable America.
AB 1260 has support from more than a dozen local and national energy, housing, environmental justice, and ratepayer advocate organizations who believe it can establish a viable community solar program.
Legislation in Missouri aims to launch a three-year pilot program, whereas a new comprehensive community solar policy goes before the House in Iowa.
A recent study by the University of Washington found expanding community solar access in Washington State could deliver substantial economic benefits, including nearly $2 billion in economic output and thousands of new jobs.
Kicking the deadline further down the road may put the state in peril of losing the funds, as the EPA, which runs the Solar For All program, requires all awards to begin to be deployed within the first year of grant being effective.
In the recent pv magazine USA Week, Jeff Cramer, president and CEO of Coalition for Community Solar Access presented an update on community solar, examining what’s working, where gains are being made and what the U.S. can expect in the future.
The three solar installations in Johnstown, New York are under development by BlueWave.
Senator Luján is working to direct more resources to expand community solar, which he believes will lower energy costs for consumers, support good paying jobs and help reduce carbon.
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