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Community Solar Subscriptions for All Energy Users
Founded in 2016, our company was established to address the inequities in solar energy access that exclude 80% of Americans from traditional rooftop installations. As a Certified B Corporation and Public Benefit Corporation, we operate with a dual mission: to provide affordable clean energy solutions while advancing social and environmental justice. Our community solar subscription model eliminates financial and structural barriers by allowing participants to access solar benefits without upfront costs, property ownership, or physical installations. With operations across Maryland, New York, New Jersey, and Colorado, we've helped subscribers save over $8 million on electricity costs while preventing more than 515,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions. Our S.H.A.R.E. program specifically targets low- and moderate-income households, offering enhanced discounts and financial support to ensure equitable access to renewable energy.

Through strategic partnerships with local nonprofits and universities, we've created a model that simultaneously reduces energy bills, creates green jobs, and funds community initiatives. Our team maintains transparency through annual impact reports and holds itself accountable to the highest standards of corporate responsibility, as evidenced by our top 5% global ranking among B Corps for environmental impact.
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Community Solar Subscription Clean Energy Credits Solar Farm Enrollment Income-Qualifying Programs Renewable Energy Partnerships
Details
  • Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
  • Guaranteed electricity savings of 5%-30% with no upfront costs
  • No rooftop installations or homeownership requirements
  • Supports local green job creation and nonprofit partnerships
  • Specialized income-qualified programs with enhanced discounts
  • Transparent operations verified through annual public impact reports
Associations and certifications
  • B Corp
  • Public Benefit Corporation
What people say
Excellent team Easy way to save Hard working Clear communicators Great service
Services
Community Solar Subscription
Our community solar subscription connects residents with local solar farms to receive clean energy benefits. Subscribers receive monthly bill credits worth 5-30% of their electricity costs by supporting regional renewable energy projects. This service requires no upfront investment, physical installations, or changes to utility providers while delivering guaranteed savings and environmental benefits.
Income-Qualified Programs
Specialized programs provide enhanced savings for low- and moderate-income households through the S.H.A.R.E. initiative. Eligible participants receive up to triple savings on electricity bills while accessing the same community solar benefits as standard subscribers. The program accepts multiple verification methods including government assistance program participation and income documentation.
Solar Farm Development
We develop and manage community solar farms on repurposed landfills and other underutilized sites across multiple states. These projects generate clean energy for thousands of households while creating local green jobs and environmental remediation benefits. Each solar farm includes dedicated capacity for income-qualified subscribers and community nonprofit partners.
Utility Bill Integration
Our billing system seamlessly integrates solar savings with existing utility payments through state-supported consolidated billing where available. Subscribers receive transparent credits on their regular electricity bills while paying discounted rates for clean energy consumption. The automated payment system ensures hassle-free monthly transactions without paper billing options.
Environmental Impact Tracking
Subscribers access personalized dashboards showing their energy savings, carbon reduction, and community impact. The tracking system provides monthly updates on kilowatt-hour generation, CO2 prevention, and local job creation associated with their solar farm contributions. This transparency helps customers visualize their environmental and social impact alongside financial savings.
Questions
How does community solar billing work?
Subscribers receive solar credits on their utility bill for their share of energy production, paying Neighborhood Sun at a discounted rate. In states with consolidated billing, savings appear directly on the utility bill.
Can renters participate in community solar?
Yes, renters and homeowners both qualify with no installation requirements. Subscribers simply need an electricity bill from participating utility providers in our service territories.
What happens if I move?
Contact our team to transfer your subscription to a new location within our service area. If unavailable, you may cancel without penalty though processing may take 60-90 days.
How are solar savings calculated?
We analyze 12-24 months of historical usage to determine your share size. Savings come from paying discounted rates for your allocated solar production rather than standard utility charges.
Are there income-qualified discounts?
Yes, our S.H.A.R.E. program offers enhanced savings for qualifying low- and moderate-income households through special state-supported pricing and financial assistance options.
Can I cancel anytime?
Subscribers may cancel with no fees using our online form. Processing takes 60-90 days to complete billing cycles, with final payments based on actual energy credits received.
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Reviews (5)
Peter Merles
Oct 29, 2021 Report
While the billing system seems pretty messed up, customer service was really good in figuring out the errors and acting promptly to correct them. Very pleasant to deal with the agent.
Ned Tillman
Oct 15, 2021 Report
I have found Neighborhood Sun to be an easy way to get my electricity at a lower cost and to support the move toward more alternative energy vs fossil fuels.
Joe Adams
Oct 11, 2021 Report
Awesome organization - SAVE MONEY - while going all solar. No need for solar equipment on your house. You're buying solar-generated electrons from a solar farm in Maryland.
Don Mann
Jul 18, 2021 Report
Great service, save money and use sustainable energy. Additionally, customer service is awesome. They will answer any questions, review your bill with you, etc. They are very polite and thorough.
Frank Lee
Apr 04, 2021 Report
If you got your Electric Car now you can drive around on the same sunlight you are seeing and feeling. Our NS Solar Farm is literally < 10 miles from our home. No tanker truck, no oil pipelines, natural gas, coal. Not even PJM power grid. Your PV powers your EV, and home. We love it.