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Walmart investing in 74 rooftop community solar projects

In Maryland and Illinois, the retail giant is investing in community solar to help the surrounding community harness clean energy

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Walmart is investing in 74 different rooftop solar projects in Maryland and Illinois in partnership with Solar Landscape. The bulk of the commercial rooftop solar projects are expected to be up-and-running by the end of 2025 and estimated to produce enough electricity to power more than 3,600 homes.

“Walmart’s community solar investments underscore the fact that that the big flat sunny roofs of commercial buildings are perfect for hosting solar panels,” said Johanna Neumann, Senior Director of the Campaign for 100% Renewable Energy at Environment America Research & Policy Center

In 2024, Walmart outlined plans to support 10 GW worth of clean projects – including 2 GW of community solar. 

It’s estimated that nearly half of American households can’t install their own solar system. Community solar, which allows community members to purchase a portion of electricity from a solar farm, helps those who can’t get solar panels themselves still find a way to reap the benefits of clean energy.

Walmart has more rooftop solar potential than any other retailer in America according to the report Solar on Superstores.

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