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Community Solar in Rhode Island - 2026 Programs & Savings Guide

Rhode Island offers community solar through Rhode Island Shared Solar Program. Subscribers save 5-10% on their electricity bills with no installation required. Renters are eligible.

Active Subscribers
10,000
Subscribed Capacity
80 MW
Typical Savings
5-10%

Avg 7%

Available to Renters
Yes

Income-qualified tier available

Program Name

Rhode Island Shared Solar Program

Serving Utilities

National Grid RI, Block Island Power

Contract Length

Up to 20 years

Community Solar Programs in Rhode Island

Rhode Island community solar is available through Rhode Island Shared Solar Program, serving customers of National Grid RI, Block Island Power. The program offers 5-10% savings on the electricity covered by your subscription.

Typical Savings
5-10% off your electricity bill
Contract Length
Up to 20 years
Available to Renters
Yes
Income-Qualified Program
Yes - enhanced discounts available

How Community Solar Works in Rhode Island

1

Find a community solar project in your utility territory in Rhode Island.

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 Rhode Island?

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Moderate Savings

This state offers solid community solar options with moderate savings. The program is a good fit for renters and those who can't install rooftop solar, though savings may be lower than in leading states.

Typical Savings

5-10%

Upfront Cost

$0

Renters Eligible

Yes

Participating Utilities in Rhode Island

National Grid RIBlock Island Power

Community Solar FAQs - Rhode Island

No. Renters are eligible for community solar in Rhode Island. You only need an active electric account with a participating utility - no property ownership or home modifications required.
Rhode Island community solar programs typically offer savings of 5-10% 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 Rhode Island: National Grid RI, Block Island Power. Program availability and capacity vary by territory.
Most community solar subscriptions in Rhode Island 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. Rhode Island 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.