Community Solar
California Department of Community Services and Development (CSD)
What does it fund?
Community-level solar arrays that generate energy and savings for low-income households.
Who is eligible for funds?
A team composed of any of the following: nonprofits, local or tribal government entities, publicly owned utilities, community development corporations and finance institutions, joint powers authorities, or community choice aggregators.
How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?
Community solar PV systems must generate renewable electricity for low-income households. Households benefit from reduced energy costs, while communities benefit from reduced air pollution.
How do I access funds?
Apply to CSD's competitive solicitation process.
Funding timeline
No additional funds are available at this time.
Project Profiles
Read stories of projects funded by this program.
Cumulative Statistics
As of October 31,
implemented
benefiting priority populations
MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions
projects implemented
Other Expected Benefits
Achievements
implemented
MTCO2e GHG emissions reductions
benefiting disadvantaged communities
benefiting disadvantaged communities
benefiting low-income communities
benefiting other areas of California
full-time equivalent jobs reported