Equity Solar is bridging the gap in Maine's energy landscape. We develop community solar projects that provide guaranteed electricity savings for the families who need it most.
Start Saving TodayMaine is facing an unprecedented energy affordability crisis. Electricity is a necessity, not a luxury, yet utility rates continue to climb as a share of household expenditures, especially among lower-income households.
Equity Solar was founded to help correct that disparity. Using community-based solar development and Maine's Net Energy Billing program, we provide low-priced, renewable energy to renters, homeowners, resident-owned communities, and housing authorities—all without the need for expensive rooftop installations.
of Mainers report struggling to pay their electricity bills.
— Commissioner Patrick Scully, MPUCincrease in Central Maine Power rates over the last 5 years.
Source: Groundswell (2021). Energy Impoverishment and Energy Insecurity in the United States.
Reach out if you'd like to join an Equity Solar project. There are zero upfront costs or hidden fees.
Our solar arrays feed clean power into the local CMP grid, generating credits for your account.
Your CMP bill is automatically reduced. You pay less for electricity while supporting local green energy.
Find out how much your family can save per month.