Save on Your Electricity Bill with Community Solar
Available to Pepco customers in Maryland
You remain a Pepco customer and keep your existing electricity service.
Enrollment is completed through our partner Neighborhood Sun
How do I save?
Subscribe to a portion of a local solar farm at no cost to you
You're matched with a local solar farm - no fees or installation.
The solar farm sends electricity to the Pepco grid
The energy feeds directly into the grid before being routed to consumers.
Pepco applies a Community Solar credit directly to your bill
Pepco applies a community solar savings credit directly to your bill. The credit value is proportional to your local farm's energy production.
Same Bill, New Savings
Sample electricity bill — Provided by our partner Neighborhood Sun
Under Maryland's consolidated billing model, your solar savings appear as a line-item credit on your existing Pepco bill. There are no new accounts, no separate payments, and no changes to your electricity service.
The "CS Subscription Charge"
The credit awarded to you is always greater than the charge, so you always save each month.
💡 New Consolidated Billing
Maryland Public Service Commission instated the consolidated billing model in January 2026 — enabling simpler savings for Community Solar subscribers.
What savings do you qualify for?
You may qualify for different savings levels depending on your income level.
You qualify for 10% savings if you…
- Live in Maryland
- Receive Electricity Service from Pepco
- Pay your own electricity bill
You qualify for 20% savings if you…
- Live in Maryland
- Receive Electricity Service from Pepco
- Pay your own electricity bill
- Identify with LMI (Low to Moderate Income) status
- Receive government assistance from any one of the
Not sure what you qualify for?
What is Community Solar?
Community Solar is a Maryland state program designed to encourage the development of more solar energy while making its benefits accessible to more residents.
By subscribing to a local solar farm, residents receive solar energy credits directly on their electricity bill — even if they can't install solar panels themselves.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about Community Solar in Maryland.
Yes. Community Solar is a state-regulated program approved and regulated by the Maryland Public Service Commission. You remain a Pepco customer, and your savings appear directly on your Pepco bill.
No. There are no costs ever, no installation, and no equipment required. You can also cancel at any time with notice.
No. You remain a Pepco customer and keep your existing electricity service. Your electricity continues to come through Pepco's electricity grid to you. Community Solar does not affect reliability or service.
On average you will save 5-15% (as a market rate subscriber) or 15-25% (as an LMI subscriber) on your monthly electricity bill. Savings come from a guaranteed discount applied to your solar credits each month, but the credit may vary slightly in value month-to-month.
Yes. Community solar does not involve installing anything on your property, so HOAs are not involved. As long as you have your own Pepco account (not included in rent), you're eligible.
No. You remain a Pepco customer and continue receiving one electricity bill. Community Solar savings appear as a credit line on that same bill.
Yes, you'll see a Community Solar subscription charge along with a larger credit on your Pepco bill. The credit awarded to you is always greater than the charge, so you always save money each month.
Each month, your share of a local solar farm generates electricity. Pepco applies a credit to your bill based on that production, and you receive a guaranteed discount on that credit.
If you move within Pepco's service area, your subscription can transfer. If you move outside the area, you may cancel.
There isn't one. This program is designed to expand solar energy in Maryland while helping residents save on electricity. There's no installation, no upfront cost, and you can cancel anytime.
Community Solar is still relatively new in Maryland and only became a permanent program in 2023. Solar farms are built in phases, so enrollment opens gradually as new projects come online. Most people simply haven't been approached yet or don't realize they're eligible.
Have more questions? Contact us at (301) 857-9626 or contact@sunshineenergyrelief.com.
Have questions or need help enrolling?
We'll walk you through everything and make sure you're set up correctly.
What is Sunshine Energy Relief?
Sunshine Energy Relief is a local initiative focused on helping Maryland residents access the state's Community Solar Program. We work to simplify enrollment and ensure households understand how the program works before signing up.
Henry Stefanick — Local Community Solar Advisor
I'm Henry Stefanick, a DMV resident committed to expanding access to clean energy. My goal is to help neighbors understand and benefit from Maryland's Community Solar Program in a clear and straightforward way.
Start Saving with Community Solar
Enrollment is simple and takes just a few minutes. All we need is your contact information and electricity bill.
Start Saving Today →Enrollment is completed through our partner Neighborhood Sun