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Community Solar in Indiana - 2026 Programs & Savings Guide

Indiana offers community solar through Indiana Community Solar (utility-sponsored pilots). Subscribers save 2-6% on their electricity bills with no installation required. Programs are currently geared toward homeowners.

Active Subscribers
3,000
Subscribed Capacity
20 MW
Typical Savings
2-6%

Avg 4%

Available to Renters
No

Program Name

Indiana Community Solar (utility-sponsored pilots)

Serving Utilities

Duke Energy Indiana, AES Indiana, NIPSCO

Contract Length

Up to 5 years

Community Solar Programs in Indiana

Indiana community solar is available through Indiana Community Solar (utility-sponsored pilots), serving customers of Duke Energy Indiana, AES Indiana, NIPSCO. The program offers 2-6% savings on the electricity covered by your subscription.

Typical Savings
2-6% off your electricity bill
Contract Length
Up to 5 years
Available to Renters
Limited availability
Income-Qualified Program
No dedicated tier

How Community Solar Works in Indiana

1

Find a community solar project in your utility territory in Indiana.

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 Indiana?

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Limited Savings

Community solar in this state offers limited savings compared to other markets. The program may be in an early pilot stage. Check for updates as programs expand.

Typical Savings

2-6%

Upfront Cost

$0

Renters Eligible

No

Participating Utilities in Indiana

Duke Energy IndianaAES IndianaNIPSCO

Community Solar FAQs - Indiana

Currently, most community solar programs in Indiana target homeowners. Renter eligibility is limited. Check with your specific utility for the latest program terms.
Indiana community solar programs typically offer savings of 2-6% on the portion of your bill covered by your subscription.
The following utilities serve community solar subscribers in Indiana: Duke Energy Indiana, AES Indiana, NIPSCO. Program availability and capacity vary by territory.
Most community solar subscriptions in Indiana run for 5 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. Indiana's program is currently pilot, meaning options may be limited to specific utilities or geographies.

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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.