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Hudson Valley Community Solar
In New York, you can now support clean, solar energy without a rooftop solar system, and earn solar credits directly on your utility bill. Here’s how:
Download an Educational Deck
Learn all there is to know about Clearway’s New York Community Solar program by downloading this educational deck!
Why Choose Community Solar?
- Locally-Produced Solar Energy
- Dedication to Renewable Power
- No Rooftop Installation
- No Ongoing Maintenance
- $0 Down, No Up-Front Costs
- Transparent Pricing Structure
- Easy Sign Up
- Supports Local Jobs
See Our First New York Community Solar Farm
Our New York Community Solar Farms
The NY solar farms create more than 30 million KwH for Hudson Valley residents. The Minisink solar farm is our largest with over 16,000 solar panels. Check out our eight active solar farms and discover how Clearway is helping New York reach its renewable energy goal.
Our New York Communities
We currently serve Hudson Valley communities in the Orange & Rockland and Central Hudson Gas and Electric utility areas.
Earning Solar Credits
Are you frustrated with your electricity costs? New York utility rates historically fluctuate and are unpredictable. When you sign up with New York Community Solar, you can help mitigate your energy costs through solar credits.
Who is Eligible?
If you are in our New York footprint and pass our qualifications, you are eligible to enroll. The process is simple, and our solar specialists will guide you every step of the way.
Supporting Renewable Energy in New York
New York is always moving forward when it comes to supporting its local communities for a better tomorrow. Community Solar offers a practical way to support clean energy in the Hudson Valley. You can make an impact for the environment, your community, and future generations. Here’s why renewable energy matters in New York.
Comparing Solar Energy Companies
Clearway Community Solar is one of the leading solar energy companies in New York that offers an alternative to rooftop solar systems. Find out how Clearway compares to other New York solar companies.
History of Deregulation in New York
New York is one of several states in the U.S. that has deregulated its utility market for both commercial and residential electricity services. Explore the history of deregulated energy in New York State.
Community Solar Contract Terms
Clearway Community Solar has installed solar panels throughout New York’s Hudson Valley to help New York achieve its Clean Energy Standard goals. Learn some of the key facts about Clearway’s solar farm contract, solar bill credits, and more.
Ready to Join Our New York Solar Community?
Sunny skies are ahead. Let us tell you more. Speak to a dedicated solar specialist to get more information about our roofless solar option in New York. Have a recent utility bill handy and receive a free quote.
FAQs
- Where are the Clearway Community Solar farms located?
Currently, Clearway Community Solar farms are located in Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, and New York. Some farms are active, and some are in development. Clearway is continuing to expand our footprint in current markets and exploring new ones.
- How many Community Solar farms does Clearway Community Solar have?
Clearway is the largest Community Solar provider in the United States. Clearway Community Solar’s portfolio includes over 55 active solar farms currently producing solar power, with over 50 solar farms in development across service regions. To date, our active solar farms have produced over 800 million kWh of solar power.*
*Clearway Community Solar farm power generation as of April 2021.
- How much solar energy will be generated by the solar farm and a customer’s allocation?
The solar energy generated by the solar farms vary with the seasons and the degree of sunlight. More solar energy is generated during sunnier times of the year, however, the solar farms will continue to effectively generate renewable power during the winter season. With the potential for less sunlight in winter seasons, there may be lower solar production than other seasons. Clearway’s program is designed for the ebb and flow of solar production, along with fluctuations in a customer’s energy consumption, and the rate and pricing structures featured within the Clearway Customer Agreement factor in these variables to help ensure customer savings benefits.*
*Clearway subscription offers vary between regions and savings benefits may vary.
- Who builds the Community Solar farms?
Clearway Community Solar works with third-party developers and local construction teams and contractors to build the solar farms. An estimated 65-150+ local jobs are created during the construction phase of a Community Solar farm. Our professional, dedicated teams are highly trained, industry experts. We use industrial grade panels that are fully tested prior to installation. Our teams additionally handle all inspections and interconnection to the power grid in collaboration with local utilities.
- Who maintains the Community Solar farms?
Clearway Community Solar is responsible for year-round maintenance of the solar farms.
- Does Clearway charge a maintenance fee?
No, there is no maintenance fee in the Clearway Community Solar Customer Agreement for any region.
- What kind of solar panels are used on Clearway Solar Farms?
Clearway Community Solar uses industrial-grade solar panels that are thoroughly tested for performance and weather endurance. Although there is normal, expected degradation over the years, the panels are engineered to last over 20 years before needing replacement.
- How are the Community Solar farms built?
First, Clearway Community Solar teams carefully select appropriate sites and land to build solar farms, ensuring adequate amounts of sunlight and meeting all permitting requirements and regulations. Next, the construction phase begins, which can take up to six months. Once construction is complete, Clearway Community Solar works with the utility to connect the farm to the power grid — this phase is called interconnection. Finally, the farm is inspected by the utility and, once deemed operational, it is activated and begins generating power. The solar farms fill up quickly and customers are encouraged to complete their enrollment to ensure placement on the earliest available project. Customers are not billed by Clearway until a solar farm is actively producing power and solar bill credits are generated.
- Can customers visit the Community Solar farms?
No, at this time Clearway does not allow visitors to the solar farms as many are located on private property. Clearway will share information about each solar farm, including the town in which it is located and number of panels, as well as farm photos and videos.
