How Does Community Solar Work?
There are many reasons why a community member may not be able to install their own solar panels. They may not own their own home, their roof conditions may not support it, there may not be enough sunlight to their roof, they may not be able to afford the upfront costs, and more.
That’s where community solar steps in. At Chaberton Energy, we bring the benefits of solar power to those who might otherwise miss out. Whether you live in a multi-unit building, rent your home, or simply have a roof that cannot accommodate a photovoltaic (PV) system, our community solar projects can help.
Off-Site Solar Panels
Solar panels are conveniently installed at an off-site location and connected tog the local utility service for usage.
Subscription Model
Local residents within the service area can sign up via a subscription model to participate in the program without having to install panels of their own.
Energy Credits
Residents start saving by receiving credits for their share of the energy generated from the panels.
How Does Community Solar
Help the Community?
Community solar provides ongoing benefits to your neighborhood.
It delivers lower-cost energy, helping subscribers save money while also aiding the planet’s transition to cleaner power.
It’s a job creator and an economy booster, with the dollars saved often being reinvested into local businesses.
Your community increases its grid resilience while unused land gains a purpose, or agricultural land gets a breather.
Chaberton Energy goes the extra mile by creating pollinator havens at our community solar projects, supporting local ecosystems. In some areas, we integrate agrivoltaics, where sheep or other small farm animals are brought in to graze between the solar panels rows, proving that solar farms and agriculture can be great partners.
Chaberton Cares
At Chaberton, we’re about more than just solar—we’re about energizing communities. Through our Chaberton Cares program, we partner with local organizations to offer direct funding and strategic support, amplifying our positive impact on communities. For every megawatt of new community solar we develop, we contribute $5,000 to local nonprofit organizations. We start our support early in the development process, collaborating with landowners to identify causes close to their hearts. From financial boosts to quarterly volunteer efforts, we’re committed to cultivating positive change from day one. With Chaberton, you’re not just getting cleaner energy; you’re gaining a neighbor who truly cares.
Our Community Solar Projects
From sun-soaked fields to energized communities, explore how Chaberton is illuminating neighborhoods across the nation with our community solar projects.
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Community Solar Does Not
Let’s clear up some common misconceptions about community solar.
Emit odors or
pollute the air
Produce
chemical runoff
Create dangerous glare or rays
(our panels are actually designed to minimize glare)
Ruin land
for future use
(in fact, they give agricultural fields a productive break, often enhancing biodiversity)
And when it comes to carbon offsetting, our solar farms are true champions, reducing more than 200x more CO2 annually than the same area of forest. In short, community solar offers clear benefits to your neighborhood, enhancing the local environment and economy.
Want More Information on
Community Solar?
For more information on bringing community solar to your area, email communityimpact@chaberton.com.