– Brimfield CUSD has chosen the Nexamp community solar program to reduce electric expenses and add renewable energy to the Ameren utility grid
– The 3-MW Jubilee Solar project will save the district more than $22,000 annually under a 20-year contract, with a 23% allocation to the school and the rest reserved for local residents
– The project qualifies under the Illinois Shines Public Schools category, allowing schools to host community solar projects for savings and educational benefits.
Brimfield Community Unit School District in Illinois has chosen the Nexamp community solar program to reduce electric expenses and add renewable energy to the grid. The 20-year contract will save the district over $22,000 annually. The 3-MW Jubilee Solar project will be located on school grounds beyond the baseball field and will provide a visual reminder of the district’s commitment to environmental sustainability.
The district will receive a 23% allocation of the project, with the rest reserved for individual residents in the area. Superintendent Chad Jones sees the project as an opportunity to increase sustainability efforts, save costs, and set an example for the community. The project qualifies under the Illinois Shines Public Schools category, allowing schools to host community solar projects and share savings with the community.
Nexamp Vice President Joe Fiori sees the Public Schools category as a great opportunity for schools interested in community solar projects. Nexamp will own and operate the facility for the duration of the agreement. The Brimfield CUSD project highlights the benefits of community solar projects for schools and their surrounding communities.