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Standard Solar and U.S. Light Energy Complete 11.5 MW Solar Project, Reducing Electricity Costs for New York’s Tri-County Energy Consortium of 28 Municipalities and School Districts

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

More than 28 municipalities and school districts across Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties in New York are reducing their electricity costs and boosting the states clean energy portfolio with solar energy.

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  • More than 28 municipalities and school districts across Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties in New York are reducing their electricity costs and boosting the states clean energy portfolio with solar energy.
  • Standard Solar , a nationally recognized solar energy company, and its partner, U.S. Light Energy , a New York-based distributed solar developer, have completed an 11.52 megawatt-combined solar project for members of the Tri-County Energy Consortium.
  • Members of the Consortium will collectively save between $400-$500/K annually from the arrays, said John Warneck, Executive Director of the Tri-County Energy Consortium.
  • With their dedication to accelerating the adoption of solar energy, Tri-County Energy Consortium is setting the standard for other communities to follow, said Mark Richardson, CEO, U.S. Light Energy, the projects developer.

Standard Solar Acquires 28.5 MW Commercial Solar Project from True Green Capital Management, Expands Ownership Portfolio into Idaho

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Tuesday, January 11, 2022

Standard Solar , a leader in the ownership, operation, funding and development of commercial and community solar assets, today announced it has acquired a fully operational 28.5 megawatt (MW) solar project from funds managed by True Green Capital Management .

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  • Standard Solar , a leader in the ownership, operation, funding and development of commercial and community solar assets, today announced it has acquired a fully operational 28.5 megawatt (MW) solar project from funds managed by True Green Capital Management .
  • The acquisition, the companys first in Idaho and one of its largest to date, underscores Standard Solars significant growth and leadership.
  • This announcement follows Standard Solars recent acquisitions of solar project portfolios in Maine and Oregon totaling more than 15 MW.
  • Standard Solar was recently listed as the fifth largest portfolio owner of commercial solar by Wood Mackenzie , a leading energy research and consultancy group.

OneEnergy Renewables, CleanChoice Energy and Standard Solar Complete Development of a 24-Megawatt Community Solar Project Portfolio in Maryland

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021

Solar energy development leaders OneEnergy Renewables (OneEnergy), CleanChoice Energy (CCE) and Standard Solar today announced a collaboration to build nine community solar projects in Maryland.

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  • Solar energy development leaders OneEnergy Renewables (OneEnergy), CleanChoice Energy (CCE) and Standard Solar today announced a collaboration to build nine community solar projects in Maryland.
  • Yesterday, Standard Solar, OneEnergy and CCE hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Checkerspot Community Solar site in Tracys Landing.
  • By teaming up with the talented development team at OneEnergy on this statewide portfolio, Standard Solar is helping Maryland reach its renewable energy goals and reinforcing its commitment to Maryland, said Eric Partyka, Director of Business Development, Standard Solar.
  • Together, the projects help Maryland meet its Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) targets and contribute significant capacity to Marylands community solar market.

Goodwill Industries® of the Valleys Partners with RER Group and Standard Solar to Advance its Mission with Solar

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Goodwill Industries of the Valleys Chief Financial & Compliance Officer, Jackson Green, said, This is our second solar array.

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  • Goodwill Industries of the Valleys Chief Financial & Compliance Officer, Jackson Green, said, This is our second solar array.
  • Solar makes economic sense for Goodwill, and it aligns with our value of stewardship.
  • We applaud Goodwill Industries of the Valleys for joining other Goodwills that have already gone solar and demonstrating how solar supports the movements overall mission of sustainability, said Jim Kurtz, President RER.
  • RERs mission is to leverage solar to strengthen communities and works relentlessly to find innovative solutions that lead to more savings through solar.

Industry Leaders Standard Solar and SEIA Hosted Maryland Congressional Delegation at Shepherds Mill Community Solar Project

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Friday, September 10, 2021

On September 9, Standard Solar Inc. , a national leader in commercial and community solar asset development, and the Solar Energy Industries Association , the preeminent trade association for the solar industry, hosted U.S.

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  • On September 9, Standard Solar Inc. , a national leader in commercial and community solar asset development, and the Solar Energy Industries Association , the preeminent trade association for the solar industry, hosted U.S.
  • Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin and other government and industry leaders for a site visit and guided tour of the Shepherds Mill Community Solar Project in Union Bridge, MD.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210910005430/en/
    Executives from Standard Solar, SEIA, local government officials and United States Senators Cardin and Van Hollen tour the Shepherds Mill Community Solar Project in Maryland.
  • The Shepherds Mill Community Solar Project is a 2.8 MW ground-mount solar array with 7,182 solar modules located on approximately 11 acres of land.

Standard Solar Ranks #6 Top U.S. Commercial Solar Company by Solar Power World, Recognized As Leader in the Clean Energy Transformation of America

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Thursday, July 22, 2021

The companys success has been recognized by Solar Power World , the premier source of news and information regarding solar.

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  • The companys success has been recognized by Solar Power World , the premier source of news and information regarding solar.
  • Solar Power World has ranked Standard Solar at No.
  • The Top Solar Contractors list first launched ten years ago, honors the work of solar companies in the United States.
  • Solar Power World is the leading online and print resource for news and information regarding solar installation, development and technology.

Standard Solar Adds Nearly 25 MW of Community Solar to Growing National Asset Portfolio by Securing Tax Equity Financing in Partnership with Crestmark

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021

Tax equity financing for these projects was secured in a partnership with Crestmark, a division of MetaBank, N.A.

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  • Tax equity financing for these projects was secured in a partnership with Crestmark, a division of MetaBank, N.A.
  • Massachusetts and Minnesota account for about half of cumulative capacity of community solar throughout the U.S. according to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.
  • Sixteen of the community solar projects are in Minnesota and all have achieved operation.
  • Minnesotas community solar program is one of the strongest in the country providing a comprehensive approach that makes developing community solar projects economically viable.

Standard Solar Expands Affordable and Accessible Solar to Maryland Communities

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Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Standard Solar, Inc. , a leading solar energy company specializing in the development, funding and operations of solar electric systems nationwide, is bringing more than 8,000,000 kWh of annual energy supply to Maryland community solar subscribers, in partnership with Ogos Energy LLC, Earth and Air Technologies and Neighborhood Sun.

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  • Standard Solar, Inc. , a leading solar energy company specializing in the development, funding and operations of solar electric systems nationwide, is bringing more than 8,000,000 kWh of annual energy supply to Maryland community solar subscribers, in partnership with Ogos Energy LLC, Earth and Air Technologies and Neighborhood Sun.
  • Community solar is an effective way to provide large numbers of subscribers access to the benefits of clean energy, said John Finnerty, Director of Business Development, Standard Solar.
  • The Flintstone Community Solar project, located in Allegany County Maryland, and the Shepherds Mill Community Solar project in Carroll County Maryland are both under construction and are actively being subscribed.
  • Standard Solar, Inc. is a leading solar energy company specializing in the development and financing of solar electric systems nationwide.

Standard Solar Secures Up to $105M Tax Equity Financing for Solar Projects Located in the U.S.

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Tuesday, June 30, 2020

The portfolio of nine projects is a combination of community solar and traditional DG projects located in five states throughout the United States.

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  • The portfolio of nine projects is a combination of community solar and traditional DG projects located in five states throughout the United States.
  • Adding this portfolio of solar projects to our growing asset base is an exciting step as we expand our business of financing DG solar projects around the country.
  • Providing capital for this portfolio of solar projects demonstrates IBERIABANKs commitment to supporting green energy investment by providing both debt and tax equity financing solutions to meet our clients needs.
  • Standard Solar, Inc. is a leading solar energy company specializing in the development and financing of solar electric systems nationwide.

Standard Solar Brings Value to Maryland Farm, Delivers Affordable, Predictable Power to WSSC Water with 2.7-Megawatt Solar Array

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Thursday, May 28, 2020

It also highlights how smart solar project siting practices can benefit agriculture, complement farm operations and land use.

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  • It also highlights how smart solar project siting practices can benefit agriculture, complement farm operations and land use.
  • The power will be purchased by WSSC Water , one of the largest water and wastewater utilities in the nation, contributing to its sustainability goals and adding value for their Maryland customers.
  • Energy management is critical to WSSC Water, said Robert Taylor, Energy Manager, WSSC Water.
  • Standard Solar, Inc. is a leading solar energy company specializing in the development and financing of solar electric systems nationwide.