Here, a solar panel lies in front of the Yellowstone Valley Electric Coop’s (YVEC) headquarters facing the sun as solar rays are collected for energy cosumption. The field to the left of the headquarters will allow YVEC members to purchase a portion of the solar array to be applied to their monthly bill.
(Jonathan McNiven Photo)
Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative (YVEC) has announced a community solar project that could save area residents a bit of money! On their company website, YVEC says, “This solar project will provide YVEC members an opportunity to participate in a clean, renewable energy source without having to install or maintain the cooperatively owned solar panels.” This solar array will be built adjacent to the Co-op’s current headquarters in Huntley on about a half acre of land owned by the cooperative.
YVEC members are able to purchase the output of a solar panel for “approximately $600.” It should be pointed out that this $600 isn’t to purchase the roughly 3ft. by 4ft. solar panel itself, but its output. This means that the $600 is a one-time fee upfront and that if you purchase the output of a panel or multiple panels, you will not be responsible for the maintenance or any other cost of the panels in the future. YVEC will provide all maintenance, insurance, and ensure that all applicable codes, standards, and ensure that all applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements are met both at the time of installation and throughout the life of the solar array.
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