Renewable energy has become a viable part of the energy portfolio of many modern delivery services. Options for renewable energy now include solar, hydroelectric, geothermal, wind, biomass, and geothermal. The concept of solar energy is familiar to many people in the public, yet many people still cannot afford to or have the capacity to install solar energy capturing technologies in their homes. This makes community solar programs potential alternatives for people that want to “go solar.” Community solar programs offer a way to go solar without altering the place of residence.