Chicago-based community solar provider, Solstice Power Technologies has announced the commissioning of Harmony Solar Farm in Illinois. This 2.5 MW PV installation is developed in collaboration with ENGIE North America and Microsoft. The project allocates 60% of the farm’s capacity for income-qualified Illinois residents, who are now receiving up to 60% savings on their monthly electric bills. Chicago-based Rush University System for Health is the anchor subscriber for the remaining 40% of the output, consuming 1.6 million kWh annually to support its sustainability goals. Enrollment remains open to residents, small businesses, and nonprofits via Solstice’s online platform, further supporting equitable access to solar energy statewide, as per Solstice. Prior to this update, Solstice had joined New Mexico utilities in expanding community solar access.
Harmony solar farm brings clean energy to Illinois communities
A 2.5 MW community solar farm developed by Solstice and ENGIE in Illinois is now live, serving income-qualified residents and Rush as anchor with Microsoft’s backing.
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