Community Solar

This is your complete resource on community solar—how it works, who qualifies, why it saves money, and how it supports a healthier grid. The archive includes simple explainers, deep‑dive guides, customer FAQs, and practical enrollment insights. If you’re looking for a topic we haven’t covered yet, let us know at customercare@pureskyenergy.com and we’ll add it.

How Much Does Community Solar Cost? The Facts on Costs and Returns

June 5, 2025

Discover the cost-saving benefits of community solar with PureSky Energy—no upfront costs, guaranteed monthly savings, and support for clean, local energy.
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Is Community Solar Worth It?

June 5, 2025

Clean energy is here to stay, regardless. It’s infrastructure that is already in place. It’s jobs. It’s the future arriving faster than most of us expected. But now that the conversation has shifted from should we transition to how do we keep the momentum going even in the face of some very real and very large obstacles, the question becomes personal: what can I do? What role can individuals play in decarbonizing a grid that was built for a different era?
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What Is Community Solar in New York and How Does It Work?

May 19, 2025

What is community solar in New York and how does it help everyone benefit from solar energy? Get a short overview of of the solar program to make your own decision.
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Building a Greener Community — One Community Solar Subscription and Compost Bin at a Time

May 15, 2025

In Minnetonka, Minnesota, tucked into a quiet residential neighborhood surrounded by bike trails and parkland, a vibrant senior community is quietly leading the way in sustainability. Applewood Pointe in Minnetonka isn’t your average retirement cooperative—it’s a hub of environmental action. I recently sat down with Dennis Bauchwitz, one of the driving forces behind Applewood’s green initiatives, to hear about how this 89-unit senior co-op is making real progress through community solar and composting. A Cooperative Built on Community Applewood Pointe is more than just a building—it’s a shared investment. “We all own everything in the building,” Dennis explains. “The kitchen,…
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Spring Cleaning for the Climate-Conscious: How to Support Solar in Your Community This Season

May 15, 2025

There’s something about spring that invites optimism. The light lingers longer. The chill recedes. And for those of us connected to community solar, our panels start soaking up more sun, translating photons into power — and, not insignificantly, smaller utility bills.
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Why Sharing Your Community Solar Success Story Matters

April 17, 2025

Community solar is more than just clean energy—it’s a movement powered by people. Whether you’re saving money on your electricity bill, supporting local renewable energy, or helping reduce carbon emissions, your experience matters. And sharing your success story can have a powerful ripple effect.
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5 Reasons Why Solar Is Central to Our Energy Future

April 17, 2025

Making the Case for Solar Energy Isn’t Just Economic. It’s Civilizational.
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PureSky Energy Announces the Operational Launch of Clayton NY Solar I Community Solar Farm

April 8, 2025

Clayton, NY – April 8, 2025– PureSky Energy, a leader in sustainable energy solutions, is announced today the operational launch of a 1.8 MWdc community solar farm in Clayton, NY marking PureSky’s owned and operated twentieth site in New York State and 36th across the United States.
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PureSky Energy Announces Full Term Conversion of Largest-to-Date Solar Portfolio

February 25, 2025

Denver, CO – Feb 25, 2025 – PureSky Energy (PureSky), a leader in sustainable energy solutions and independent power producer, is proud to announce the term conversion of a 54.5 MWdc of solar paired with 7.4 MWh of DC-coupled energy storage portfolio with a market value in excess of $150 million, marking a significant milestone as the company’s largest portfolio of solar projects to date. This accomplishment not only reinforces PureSky’s commitment to high-quality renewable energy development but also sets the stage for further expansion of our solar portfolios, driving the transition to clean energy forward.
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Community Solar Farms Explained: Bringing Renewable Energy to All

February 18, 2025

As the world transitions to cleaner, more sustainable energy sources, community solar is emerging as a game-changer in making renewable power accessible to a wider audience. Unlike traditional solar installations that require homeowners to place panels on their roofs, community solar allows individuals and businesses to share the benefits of a solar farm without the need for on-site panels. This model is democratizing access to renewable energy and providing a path for communities to reduce their carbon footprints while lowering energy costs.
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