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We use storytelling to bring people into the clean energy movement.
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At SunCommon, we tell stories to drive change. We build connection and community by telling the stories of your neighbors, homeowners, business owners, and community organizations in Vermont and New York who are helping grow the clean energy movement.

SunCommon Solar headquarters office Waterbury Vermont with rooftop array and solar canopy

Below you’ll find some new stories and some of our favorites we’re remixing from the archives. We add more stories all the time, so check back here to learn more about all the ways we’re committed to building a brighter future with you.

SunCommon President Mike McCarthy at Scenic Hudson solar canopy array
The Northside Hub

Scenic Hudson is well-known for its dedication to conserving land for parks and open spaces, but it has now also ventured into urban renewal with its Northside Hub renovation. In keeping with Scenic Hudson’s mission, the re-imagined building, which historically is known as the Standard Gage factory, is now a net-zero jewel of the community.
SunCommon rooftop solar array Woodstock Vermont
Meet Allan

When Allan first started exploring solar for his Vermont home, his goal was simple: generate clean energy and reduce his reliance on traditional utility power. A few years later, that original project has grown into a larger system in order to power his additional electric needs, including heat pumps and two electric vehicles.

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Drone shot of SunCommon commercial solar customer The Essex Resort and Spa
The Essex Resort & Spa Goes All In on Solar

Four Projects Result in 750,000 kWh of Clean Energy; Enough to Power 125 Homes The Essex Resort & Spa, along with its sister properties the Essex Experience and Essex Cinemas, Read More

SunCommon solar array on Vermont EkoBuilt house
Jen’s Dream: Her New Net Zero Home

When Jen imagined her new lakeside home, she always knew it had to be as gentle on the environment as possible. As a microbiologist, she knows very well the environmental Read More

SunCommon rooftop solar array Woodstock Vermont
Meet Allan: He’s Using Solar to Power his Electrified Home

When Allan first started exploring solar for his Vermont home, his goal was simple: generate clean energy and reduce his reliance on traditional utility power. A few years later, that Read More

Solar Spill Podcast

The Solar Spill is an original podcast by SunCommon where we talk about renewable energy, climate solutions, current events, and more. Find it on your favorite podcast app!

Listen to The Solar Spill on Spotify here.
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