Southwestern CUSD #9 Saves an Estimated $25,000 a Year on Energy Costs Through Community Solar — at Zero Cost to the District
Southwestern Community Unit School District #9 has turned to a local, off-site solar program as electricity costs rise. Explore the arrangement and what it means for the district’s energy budget.
BRIGHTON, IL — Southwestern Community Unit School District #9 is saving an estimated $25,000 per year in energy costs, utilizing the community solar program in Illinois.
The district partnered with Community Solar Authority (CSA), a national firm that connects large energy users to lower energy costs through the community solar program. The process allowed Southwestern to capture savings without a capex investment, and without installing any solar on-site.
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Community solar allows subscribers to participate in a local, off-site solar project. In exchange for participating, they get to keep a portion of the benefits as net savings. For a school district balancing an energy budget against rising electricity costs, community solar quickly becomes a strategy being adopted by many public schools across the state.
“Community Solar Authority has demonstrated their expertise and dedication in executing access to community solar, which has generated an estimated ~$25,000 per year in annual savings for our school,” said Dr. Kevin Bowman, Superintendent of Southwestern CUSD #9. “Throughout our partnership, Community Solar Authority consistently exhibited professionalism, transparency, and a deep understanding of our school’s needs.”
“We’re big believers in community impact,” said Dakota Knuckles-Malone, Co-Founder and Head of Brand of Community Solar Authority. “Supporting Southwestern CUSD #9 with community solar ultimately means improving the quality of education for students here locally.”
Community Solar Authority went on to present a $500 scholarship to a graduating student this year at Southwestern High School who displays a commitment to their local community through service, leadership, or volunteerism.
About Southwestern Community Unit School District #9
Southwestern CUSD #9 serves students across Brighton, Shipman, Piasa, and Medora, Illinois. Its administrative offices are located at 201 E. City Limits Rd., Brighton, IL 62012.
About Community Solar Authority
Community Solar Authority helps large energy users access lower energy costs using the community solar program. CSA has helped unlock more than $75 million in future energy savings for clients, including many other school districts in Illinois.
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