HARTFORD, Conn. — Connecticut-based solar developer Verogy has broken ground on its sixth community solar project under the state’s Shared Clean Energy Facility (SCEF) program, continuing its role as a key driver in expanding renewable energy access for residents. The 2025 project marks an important milestone, bringing Verogy’s total SCEF solar capacity to over 30 megawatts statewide.
The SCEF initiative, led by the Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA), was designed to ensure that the benefits of solar energy reach beyond homeowners who can install panels on their rooftops. By subscribing to a portion of the electricity produced, households — especially those in the low- to moderate-income (LMI) bracket — receive bill credits, helping reduce monthly utility costs.
“Verogy is committed to ensuring the benefits of renewable energy are felt across all communities — not just those with access to on-site solar,” said William Herchel, CEO of Verogy. “The SCEF program makes it possible for more Connecticut consumers than ever to participate in and benefit from the solar economy.”
The company projects that its 2025 SCEF portfolio will create around 100 direct and indirect jobs, including high-quality construction jobs paying prevailing wages. In addition, Verogy has aligned its work with federal clean energy policies. To qualify for Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) incentives, the firm is partnering with First Solar to source American-made solar modules.
“Verogy is working to reliably deliver energy that supports communities and helps power prosperity, and we are proud that our American-made technology enables their mission,” said Mounir El Asmar, head of business development at First Solar. “This is an example of how American solar can deliver — creating local jobs, keeping electricity rates low and enabling the aspirations of American communities.”
Once all six of Verogy’s SCEF projects are completed, they are expected to generate enough clean electricity to power more than 3,600 average Connecticut homes annually. Beyond providing renewable energy, these facilities are projected to save LMI households and utility customers an estimated $975,000 each year over the next 20 years.
The projects reflect broader efforts to lower greenhouse gas emissions while keeping energy affordable in Connecticut. They also demonstrate how the SCEF program connects statewide renewable energy goals with real economic and community benefits.
Verogy leaders note that these community solar initiatives are not just about energy — they represent a long-term investment in sustainability, economic growth, and equity across Connecticut.
Originally reported by Billy Ludt in Solar Power World.
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