# Montana’s Community Solar Bill: A Game Changer for Clean Energy and Lower Bills
Montana is taking a significant step toward expanding access to renewable energy with **SB 188, Revising Solar Energy Policy Laws**. This newly passed bill introduces a legal framework for **community solar**, allowing more residents and businesses to benefit from **solar energy**—even if they can’t install **solar panels for their home** directly.
## What Is Community Solar?
**Community solar** is an innovative way to access clean energy without the need to install a personal solar array. Under this bill, developers can build **solar arrays for home** and business subscribers that range from **50 kW to 5 MW** in capacity. The electricity produced gets credited to participants’ electricity bills, offering **cost savings and long-term energy price stability**.
This approach is an ideal solution for:
– Renters and homeowners whose rooftops aren’t suitable for **solar panels for their home**
– Businesses wanting to benefit from solar without installing their own system
– Utility customers looking for relief from rising electricity rates
## Benefits of Community Solar in Montana
### 1. Lower Electricity Bills
Montana residents have faced steep electricity rate hikes in recent
Original Article: https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2025/03/12/community-solar-bill-passes-montana-senate/
