Community Solar for Potomac Edison Customers · Frederick, MD

Local sunshine, lower electric bills.

Subscribe to a Maryland solar farm and watch the credits roll onto your utility bill each month. No panels on your roof, no equipment to buy, and no upfront cost — just clean, homegrown energy that saves you money.

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  • No rooftop panels
  • No sign-up fees
  • Cancel anytime

A guaranteed 5% discount

Every kilowatt-hour your solar farm produces becomes a credit on your electric bill — and you pay us 5% less than that credit is worth, so you come out ahead every month.

No panels on your home

Rent or own, house or apartment — it doesn't matter. The panels live at a local solar farm, so there's nothing to install, maintain, or repair.

Simple, no-fee sign-up

Enrolling takes a few minutes online. There are no sign-up fees, no long-term contracts, and you can cancel with no penalty whenever you like.

How it works

Clean energy in three easy steps

You stay with your current utility. Nothing about your service changes — except your bill gets smaller.

  1. 1

    Subscribe to a local farm

    Tell us a little about your household and we'll match you to an available Maryland community solar project near you. Enrollment is free.

  2. 2

    Your share generates power

    Your portion of the solar farm sends clean electricity to the grid every sunny day, earning credits in your name from your utility company.

  3. 3

    Save on every bill

    Those credits appear on your monthly statement, and you pay us 5% less than they're worth — so your total energy cost goes down.

Aerial view of solar panels installed in a green Maryland field
A long row of blue solar panels under a clear sky

Why community solar

Good for your wallet, your community, and the planet

  • Keep more in your pocket

    Community solar is one of the few ways to lower your electric bill without spending a dime on equipment or installation.

  • Power that's made in Maryland

    Your energy comes from solar farms right here in the state, supporting local projects, local jobs, and a more resilient grid.

  • A cleaner grid for everyone

    Choosing solar means less pollution from fossil fuels — a real, measurable step toward cleaner air for your neighborhood.

5% Discount on your community solar credits*
$0 Upfront cost, equipment, or sign-up fees
100% Maryland-generated clean solar energy

*Available to customers in the Potomac Edison utility service area. You pay 5% less than the retail value of the solar credits applied to your bill.

Who it's for

If you get a Potomac Edison bill, community solar can work for you

Renters & apartments

No roof access required and nothing to leave behind when you move. Take the savings with you to your next address in the Potomac Edison area.

Homeowners

Go solar without a rooftop system, a loan, or a permit. It's the low-commitment way to green your home and trim your bill.

Small businesses

Predictable savings on operating costs plus a clean-energy story your customers will appreciate. Enrolling is quick and paperwork-light.

Workers installing a solar panel on a bright day

About us

Community solar, run by your Frederick neighbors

RA Solar is a Maryland community solar company based in Frederick. We believe clean, affordable energy shouldn't require a big roof, a big budget, or a big commitment. So we make it simple to subscribe to a local solar farm and start saving.

We're proud to be part of the Maryland community solar program — a state initiative that lets everyday residents and businesses share in the benefits of solar, whether or not they can put panels on their own property.

Proudly based in Frederick, Maryland · Serving the Potomac Edison service area

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to put solar panels on my roof?

No. That's the whole idea of community solar. The panels are installed at a local solar farm. You simply subscribe to a share of that farm and receive the credits on your existing electric bill.

Does my electric utility change?

No. You keep the same utility, the same power lines, and the same reliable service. The only difference is the solar credits that lower your bill.

How much can I save?

You pay 5% less than the retail value of the solar credits applied to your bill. It's a simple, predictable discount — the more solar credits you receive, the more you save.

Is there a cost to sign up?

There are no sign-up fees and no equipment to buy. Enrollment is free, and there's no long-term contract — you can cancel with no penalty.

What if I move?

As long as you move within the Potomac Edison service area, you can usually take your subscription with you. If not, canceling is simple and penalty-free.

Who can subscribe?

Renters, homeowners, and small businesses in the Potomac Edison utility service area are eligible. If you get a Potomac Edison electric bill, community solar can likely work for you.