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Welcome to the Town of Poughkeepsie Community Solar Campaign Page

Become a part of the Town of Poughkeepsie's initiative to bring the benefits of community solar to Poughkeepsie residents.

By enrolling, you will:

  • Save up to 10% on electricity costs
  • Support local renewable energy
  • Help Poughkeepsie be more sustainable

This initiative is brought to you by the Town of Poughkeepsie, in partnership with Mid-Hudson Energy Transition, a local non-profit focused on the transition to clean energy and PowerMarket, a trusted provider of clean energy solutions.


Questions? Call (845) 382-8656 or email midhudson@powermarket.io.

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What is Community Solar?

Community solar provides you with the benefits of clean energy without the hassle of traditional solar panel installation. We connect your utility account to a solar project in your electric utility region in a few, simple steps.

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Join a Renewable Energy Project

You join a shared renewable project in your community, which pumps clean energy into the local power grid.

Power Your Home

You continue to receive electricity from your utility company, without installing any equipment.

Save Money

You receive credit on your electric bill as your project produces clean energy. You save money, guaranteed!

How it works

When you sign up for a community project, you will receive credits on your monthly electric bill. These credits lower the cost of your bill, and your participation contributes to a more sustainable future. You pay for those energy credits at discount and you save. It’s that simple. Here are the three easy steps to make it happen.

Step 1

Provide Basic Details

Fill out some basic details to enroll – your name, email, and electric account number. This will help us confirm your energy usage, so we can match your account with the right amount of solar energy.

Step 2

Access Dashboard

Once you’ve subscribed, you will have access to a personal dashboard where you can see your monthly savings, the project’s solar energy production, and its environmental impact.

Step 3

See Savings

You will start seeing savings on your electric bill a month after your community solar project becomes operational.

Where the Clean Power Comes From

Your Project

New Windsor Community Solar 2

2,772 kW Output New Windsor, NY

The 40-acre solar farm is less than a 10 minute drive from the Storm King Art Center. This project will generate enough electricity for over 750 households. Reserve your spot today to pay less on your electric bill each month and to support clean energy in your community.

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Project Coverage

Neighborhoods and Cities Served

Project Details

Contract Term

Enjoy benefits for the life of the project

Discount Type

10% savings

Cancellation Fees

None

Cancellation Info

Cancel at any time with notice

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to put anything on my roof?
No! That's the beauty of community renewables. You get all of the benefits of clean energy without having to install anything at your home or business.
What if I move?
If you move within the same utility zone, you can still be part of the project, just let us know so we can make the changes on your account. If you move to an area where we don't have a project, you'll unfortunately have to cancel your membership.
Can my HOA, house of worship, or school qualify?
Yes. HOAs, houses of worship, and schools can qualify to receive savings. You can also ask us about our affiliate program so your organization can partner with us and receive even more benefits and savings!
What if I want to leave the project?
If for whatever reason you want to leave, terms and conditions may vary depending on the project. It's important to review your subscription agreement to see if there are any particular requirements. In most cases, you simply have to give a certain amount of notice so we can find someone else to take your spot.
Are there any issues with reliability? Are you replacing my utility company?
Nope. You will have the same reliability that you have always had. Nothing will change except now when you receive your utility bill, you will see your bill credit applied, reducing your monthly energy costs. Your utility company still maintains the physical grid system, ensuring reliability, and delivering the electricity you use to power your home, business, or place of worship. We work with utilities to get more renewable energy on that grid system and transition to a more sustainable future.
What happens if the community renewable project I'm subscribed to goes offline? (ex. A storm damages my community power project and it has to go offline for repairs).
If for whatever reason, the project you're subscribed to goes offline, you'll still be getting electricity from your utility company, but you temporarily won't be getting the discount from your renewable project subscription. (i.e. things will go back to how they were before you subscribed). If a project has to shut down completely, we'll help you switch to another project in your area if one is available.
I already have solar panels. Can I still sign up?
Unfortunately, you’re not able to enroll in community power if you already have solar panels installed.
I already have clean energy through an ESCO (Energy Services Company / Supplier). Can I still sign up?
Yes! You can maintain your ESCO contract and still join a community renewable project. In fact, signing up for both is encouraged. When choosing an ESCO as your energy supplier, you have the ability to power your home with renewable energy. Signing up for a community renewable project, on the other hand, provides a discount on the electricity produced while supporting local solar development.
Are you an ESCO (Energy Services Company/Supplier)?
No.