Central Virginia Electric Cooperative Solar Share Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Residential accounts; including Renewable Rate and Prepaid accounts (if in good standing.)
Net metering accounts, general service, and business/commercial accounts are not eligible for Solar Share.
Yes, members can sign up for solar shares for each residential account that they have
| # of Blocks | Total kWh | Cost per Month |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50 kWh | $4.50 per month (in lieu of $3.92 for Energy + PCA at 2026 rates) |
| 2 | 100 kWh | $9 per month (in lieu of $7.85 for Energy + PCA at 2026 rates) |
| 3 | 150 kWh | $13.50 per month (in lieu of $11.77 for Energy + PCA at 2026 rates) |
| 4 | 200 kWh | $18 per month (in lieu of $15.70 for Energy + PCA at 2026 rates) |
| 5 | 250 kWh | $22.50 per month (in lieu of $19.62 for Energy + PCA at 2026 rates) |
| 10 | 500kWh | $45.00 per month (in lieu of $39.25 for Energy + PCA at 2026 rates) |
| 15 | 750kWh | $67.50 per month (in lieu of $58.87 for Energy + PCA at 2026 rates) |
| 20 | 1,000kWh | $90 per month (in lieu of $78.49 for Energy + PCA at 2026 rates) |
Note: This does not include distribution charges or tax.
Opt-in to community solar online or by calling (800) 367-2832.
When all blocks sell out, CVEC will keep a wait list and will notify members when new blocks become available.
Yes, members can transfer solar blocks when they move locations. They do not need to reapply.
No, if a member moves off CVEC’s system, they cannot transfer the solar to a new homeowner or tenant. The new resident will need to apply for solar shares on their own.
This offering is for members who want solar energy to reduce their carbon footprint but do not want to pay the cost of installing solar panels on their homes. Community solar provides an option for members who want solar energy but live in apartments or are otherwise unable to install solar panels on their homes. This offer appeals to members who wish to lock in the price of solar energy until the year 2043.
Since net metering members are already using the solar energy generated from their personal installations, we wanted to make the Solar Share offer available to members who support green energy but cannot install such panels (i.e. live in apartments or rental properties, cannot afford the panel installation, etc).
CVEC has a power purchase agreement with Coronal Energy, the company who built and owns the solar panels, which locks in our low rates until 2043. CVEC is passing along those savings to its member-owners.
If members do not use all of their solar, they will still be billed for the full amount. Community solar will not be prorated. The average usage for a family of four is 1000kWh. However, members are encouraged to review their usage to reflect the number of blocks that is best for them.
Community solar will not be prorated. Members will be added when their billing cycle begins and removed only when their billing cycle ends.
Yes. The sample below shows the cost of 20 solar blocks. The total will depend on the number of blocks selected.
Yes. If a member passes, their spouse is able to transfer the solar shares to their new account.
No. After the form has been submitted it will simply say “Thank you for signing up for Solar Share.”