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Community Solar in District of Columbia - 2026 Programs & Savings Guide

District of Columbia offers community solar through Solar for All / DC Community Renewables. Subscribers save 10-20% on their electricity bills with no installation required. Renters are eligible.

Active Subscribers
12,000
Subscribed Capacity
90 MW
Typical Savings
10-20%

Avg 15%

Available to Renters
Yes

Income-qualified tier available

Program Name

Solar for All / DC Community Renewables

Serving Utilities

Pepco (DC)

Contract Length

Up to 20 years

Community Solar Programs in District of Columbia

District of Columbia community solar is available through Solar for All / DC Community Renewables, serving customers of Pepco (DC). The program offers 10-20% savings on the electricity covered by your subscription.

Typical Savings
10-20% off your electricity bill
Contract Length
Up to 20 years
Available to Renters
Yes
Income-Qualified Program
Yes - enhanced discounts available
View Official Program →

How Community Solar Works in District of Columbia

1

Find a community solar project in your utility territory in District of Columbia.

2

Subscribe to a share sized to cover a portion of your monthly electricity usage.

3

The solar farm generates electricity and reports production to your utility.

4

Your utility applies monthly bill credits to your account for your share of the output.

5

You pay the community solar provider a discounted rate and keep the savings on your utility bill.

Is Community Solar Worth It in District of Columbia?

✓

Strong Savings

This state has one of the strongest community solar programs in the country, with above-average savings, strong consumer protections, and broad eligibility including renters.

Typical Savings

10-20%

Upfront Cost

$0

Renters Eligible

Yes

Participating Utilities in District of Columbia

Pepco (DC)

Ready to Subscribe?

Visit the official District of Columbia community solar program to find available projects and sign up.

Find Projects in DC →

Community Solar FAQs - District of Columbia

No. Renters are eligible for community solar in District of Columbia. You only need an active electric account with a participating utility - no property ownership or home modifications required.
District of Columbia community solar programs typically offer savings of 10-20% on the portion of your bill covered by your subscription. Income-qualified households may qualify for enhanced savings through dedicated low-income tiers.
The following utilities serve community solar subscribers in District of Columbia: Pepco (DC). Program availability and capacity vary by territory.
Most community solar subscriptions in District of Columbia run for 20 years. Residential contracts often allow cancellation with advance notice. Always review the specific agreement before signing.
Availability depends on which utility serves your address and whether projects have open capacity in your territory. District of Columbia has an active statewide program with multiple projects across major service territories.

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Source: NREL Community Solar Policy, state public utility commissions, DSIRE, and utility program documentation. Data reflects programs available as of 2026. Program terms, capacity, and availability change frequently - verify current details with your utility or a licensed community solar provider.