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How Long Do Solar Farms Last?
Solar farms have the potential to provide clean, renewable energy for several years with minimal maintenance. In fact, some solar farms from the 1980s are still going strong. With the right design, installation, and care, solar developers can provide community solar...
What is a Solar Farm and How Does It Work?
When we harness the power of the sun, we begin to break away from our dependency on dangerous, finite fossil-fuel-based energy sources. Active and passive solar energy are both clean, renewable forms of energy capable of making a meaningful difference in our world....
NYS Assembly CLCPA Implementation Hearing testimony by U.S. Light Energy
U.S. Light Energy’s President and CEO, Mark Richardson, shares his testimony and comments regarding the implementation of New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA). This video contains excerpts from the New York State Assembly’s public hearing...
U.S. Light Energy and Standard Solar Host National Grid CEO and President At Sugar Hill Community Solar Farm
Clifton Park, NY, June 25, 2021 – Last week, on June 16, Latham, NY based community solar developer U.S. Light Energy, along with its partner Standard Solar Inc., a nationally recognized leader in the development, funding, ownership and operation of commercial and...
Solar Myths Debunked: Solar Panel Recycling
As the number of installed solar projects continues to climb, and projects installed in the late 1990s and early 2000s approach the end of their usable life, there is mounting concern over what happens to used solar panels after they are decommissioned. Are they left...
Understanding Solar Farm Land Requirements for Community Solar
Just How Much Land Is Needed For Community Solar? Our goal at U.S. Light Energy is to expand access to clean, renewable solar energy to everyone, including low- and moderate-income residents, all while building a stronger and more resilient distribution electrical...
Successful Fundraising Efforts Result in Malta Give to Dine Program Extension to March 3
Chamber Commends local donors and supporting companies that have raised more than $10,000 to feed the Hungry in Malta Malta, NY – The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce today announced that due to the generous support of local businesses and Chamber members, the...
Introducing the US Light Energy Land Lease Referral Program
US Light Energy is committed to developing clean, renewable energy projects that have a positive impact on the environment and the surrounding community. Our landowners share that commitment, and they benefit from the projects developed on their land. Now, with our...
Lee Evans Joins U.S. Light Energy
Latham, NY based solar developer US Light Energy is pleased to announce the addition of Lee Evans to its growing team as its new Sales Director. Most recently, Lee was head of Business Development at ReWire Energy, a family-owned Energy Advisory firm. He has been a...
Solar Power Could Be Lucrative For Lewis County Farmers
Solar power may be the new wave in Lewis County. U.S. Light Energy, a company out of Latham, New York, is contracting with a handful of farmers around the county to put up what are called “Community” solar projects View Press Release Article Here [gravityform id="2"...
Standard Solar Acquires Six Community Solar Projects in NY
Six locations will generate more than 46,725,000 kWh of clean, renewable energy for NY residents via community solar. View Press Release Article Here
Solitude Solar, LLC is now US Light Energy
Solitude Solar, LLC in Latham, New York recently announced they have changed their name to US Light Energy. “The name change helps to complete the connection from Solitude Solar, LLC to the old US Light Energy, where all the key employees worked together as...