Why does community solar exist?

This is a voluntary option for members who want to help do their part in providing cleaner energy. All members, regardless of location, can participate, with a few exceptions outlined in another question below.

Owning solar-generating installations at home can sometimes require significant up-front investment and is only compatible with some properties and roof types. Solar energy subscriptions through the community solar project are intended to provide an avenue for cooperative members who cannot own solar-generating installations to participate in solar energy production.