Community solar energy developer Community energy plans to collaborate with local nonprofits Trinity services to build five community solar projects totaling 16 MW in the Chicago area.
Trinity Services serves more than 6,800 adults and children with intellectual, developmental and mental health needs. More than 120 Trinity Services locations will subscribe to the community solar projects and receive monthly credits on their electric bills. Trinity’s housing units will save 20% of the credit value they receive for 20 years – meaningful, long-term relief for a nonprofit organization whose resources are dedicated to the people it serves.
“For Trinity Services, these energy savings are meaningful because they can help support the people who depend on us. Community solar gives us the opportunity to reduce our operating costs for decades while doing good for the environment and our communities. We are proud to partner with Common Energy on this initiative,” said Bob Taylor, CFO of Trinity Services.
“Common Energy is proud to partner with Trinity Services on these important projects,” said Richard Keizer, CEO of Common Energy. “The savings generated by community solar can now be used to support and expand services to people with disabilities throughout Illinois. Common Energy would also like to recognize and thank Commonwealth Edison, Energy Solutions and the Illinois Power Agency for their support of the Illinois Shines Program.”
