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Are any electric coops planning to use solar power

Nearly 100 distribution co-ops in 29 states have developed or are planning community solar programs, either by themselves or in cooperation with their G&Ts. More than 70 percent of utility-sponsored community solar programs are co-op programs.
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What is a solar co-op?

A solar co-op is made up of individuals, businesses, or both, partnering up to meet their shared energy needs and typically receiving bulk discounts. This is not to be confused with community solar, which is defined as any solar project or purchasing program in which the benefits of a single solar array or project flow to multiple customers.

Is a solar co-op right for You?

If a solar co-op sounds like the right fit for you, find one in your community—or talk to your neighbors about starting a new one. Check out our solar energy resources for consumers to learn more about how you can take advantage of the benefits of solar energy.

Why do co-op solar projects matter?

The success of these solar projects served as the foundation for identifying best practices and developing a toolkit, enabling the broader co-op community to replicate the expansion of solar energy in their areas.

What are the benefits of a solar co-op?

Here are some of the most common benefits of using a solar co-op: Responsive to local needs – Solar co-ops provide members peace of mind because they’re not going through the process alone. Co-ops respond to the needs of the community, working with municipal governments to streamline and improve permitting processes.

Can a solar co-op save money?

Joining together with other people who also want to go solar can result in saved money through the bulk purchase of solar technologies. That’s the logic behind solar cooperatives, or co-ops. A solar co-op is made up of individuals, businesses, or both, partnering up to meet their shared energy needs and typically receiving bulk discounts.

Are there other organizations that facilitate solar co-ops?

In addition to Solar United Neighbors, there are several other organizations that facilitate solar co-ops, like Solarize and Solar Crowd Source. Solar co-ops enable members to easily learn about all aspects of solar in partnership with their fellow co-op members.

Arizona solar power planning

According to Arizona Public Service Company, the state’s largest utility, it plans to add nearly 2,500 MW of solar and battery storage to Arizona’s electricity grid by the end of this year through power purchase agreements with nine new solar and battery storage facilities.
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Which states were included in the 2012 Western Solar Plan?

The 2012 Western Solar Plan included six southwestern states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah. The BLM is committed to planning for responsible solar energy development on public land in a responsible way that balances the need for clean energy with protection of natural, cultural, and historic resources.

How many homes will Jove solar power in Arizona?

The US approves Jove Solar's 600-megawatt project in Arizona, set to power 180,000 homes and advance clean energy development.

What is the Western Solar Plan?

“The updated Western Solar Plan is a responsible, pragmatic strategy for developing solar energy on our nation’s public lands that supports national clean energy goals and long-term national energy security,” said BLM Director Tracy Stone-Manning.

What is a BLM Solar Plan?

The BLM is committed to planning for responsible solar energy development on public land. A BLM Solar Plan is a balanced approach that considers the need for clean energy while protecting natural, cultural, and historic resources. The 2012 Western Solar Plan, for instance, covered six southwestern states.

Is variance land a solar energy zone?

Variance land is not designated as a solar energy zone, requiring Jove Solar to seek approval from agencies such as the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD), and US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) before construction begins.

Which states are being considered for solar planning expansion?

The BLM is considering whether to expand this solar planning effort to include five additional states: Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming. Updated planning effort will guide additional solar energy development on public lands