Aspen Power held a ceremony this week to celebrate the completion of two community solar power plants in Collins and Prospect, Maine, which together provide 8.5 megawatts of renewable energy capacity.

These projects are not just milestones in the construction of Aspen Power Company - they are tangible steps towards a cleaner and more sustainable future for Maine, "said Jorge Vargas, CEO of Aspen Power Company. We are proud to work with our dedicated partners to make these projects possible, and we appreciate the cooperation of local landowners to help create new sources of income while contributing to the state's renewable energy goals. This is an exciting moment for Aspen, Maine, and our progress towards a cleaner and more sustainable world

The Corinth and Prospect solar power plants are part of Maine's net energy billing program, which enables subscribers to benefit from clean energy while contributing to the state's ambitious goal of 80% of electricity coming from renewable sources by 2030. The subscribers of these community solar projects will enjoy lower electricity savings than those offered by local utility companies, helping to make renewable energy not only cleaner but also cheaper for Maine residents.

The Maine Prospect Town Planning Committee specifically supports this project, working closely with Aspen Power to ensure that wildlife from bears to ducks can still enjoy the area located on the picturesque Maine pond. Similarly, in the Collins project, pollinator friendly vegetation was planted to encourage the return of local wildlife such as bees and butterflies, while also improving the surrounding ecosystem and promoting sustainable land use.

News report from Aspen Electric