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Cleco is going solar, and now you can too!

At Cleco, we’re making it easy for our customers to access renewable energy sources, like solar. Green Option Cleco™ (GO Cleco) is an optional solar program that lets you subscribe to a specific amount of solar capacity from a new, utility-scale solar facility right here in Louisiana.

Whether you’re a residential customer or a business owner, GO Cleco can help you earn renewable energy credits and reach your sustainability goals.

Why Go Solar?

Access solar energy with no upfront costs or long-term contracts and earn renewal energy credits to meet sustainability goals. When you GO Solar, you also support the development of more renewable generation at Cleco which helps diversify our fuel mix and keeps our fuel costs stable and competitive.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the Green Option (GO) Cleco™ solar program?

    The GO Cleco solar program is an optional solar subscription program that lets customers subscribe to a specific amount of solar capacity from a new, utility-scale solar facility right here in Louisiana without installing or maintaining panels and entering into long-term agreements. The program is designed to provide access to renewable power.  In addition to the customer’s regular monthly Cleco bill, customers who enroll will see both a subscription charge and credit on their bill.  

  • Who is eligible to participate in the GO Cleco solar program?

    GO Cleco solar is open to low-income, residential, small business and commercial and industrial Cleco customers who are in good account standing, making solar access available to a wide range of households and businesses. Good standing means the account is active and current (no disconnects in the past 12 months, no past-due balances, no payment extensions and no payment plans).

  • What are the benefits of GO Cleco solar?

    GO Cleco solar is an easy way for customers to support local renewable energy and access solar energy without any upfront costs or long-term contracts. Customers pay a monthly subscription charge and receive a monthly bill credit based on the solar produced.  Customers also earn Renewable Energy Credits for their subscription.  

  • How does a GO Cleco solar subscription work?

    Customers select a solar subscription size based on their past electricity usage. Subscriptions are available in one-kilowatt (kW) increments, and customers can choose an amount that covers up to 100% of their electricity usage from the previous 12 months.

    The selected subscription represents a share of the solar capacity needed to generate energy that matches all or portion of the customer's electricity usage. Electricity usage is measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh) and measures how much energy a customer uses over a period of time. 

    Customers will see two additional line items on their monthly bill for the solar program – a subscription charge and a subscription credit. 

    Subscription Charge:
    There are two options to choose from.

    Fixed-Capacity Option: A monthly charge based on subscribed kW.  The charge stays the same each month, making the customer’s bill simple and predictable, much like a typical solar lease or loan payment.

    • $7.16 per subscribed kW 
    • $7.02 per subscribed kW (for eligible low-income customers only)

    Volumetric Option: A monthly charge based on actual solar energy produced. Because solar production varies by season, the charge may be lower in the winter and higher in the summer — similar to a virtual power purchase agreement for delivered energy.  

    •  $0.03769 per subscribed kWh

    Subscription Credit:
    The subscription credit is based on the Midcontinent Independent System Operator market settlement rate and will appear as a credit on the customer’s monthly bill. This is a pass-through credit, meaning the value of the solar energy produced is passed directly to customers.

    Rates, charges and credits are for illustrative purposes only. Actual amounts are subject to change.

    Example:
    A customer who uses 12,000 kWh of electricity per year (or about 1,000 kWh per month) could choose a 5-kW solar subscription to match their usage. On a typical day, a 5-kW share of solar capacity may produce about 25 to 35 kWh of energy, depending on the weather and seasonal conditions. Over the course of a year, a 5-kW subscription is expected to produce 12,000 kWh which is roughly equal to the customer's annual electricity use.

  • How much does GO Cleco solar subscription cost?

    Customers who choose to participate in the GO Cleco solar program will have a separate line item on their bill for the monthly solar subscription charge and a credit for the solar energy produced.

    Customers can choose between the two subscription options below:

    Fixed-Capacity Option: A monthly charge based on subscribed kW. The charge stays the same each month, making your bill stable and consistent, much like a typical rooftop solar lease or loan payment.

    • $7.16 per subscribed kW

    • $7.02 per subscribed kW (for eligible low-income customers only)

    Volumetric Option:  A monthly charge based on actual solar energy produced. Because solar production varies by season, the charge may be lower in the winter and higher in the summer similar to a virtual power purchase agreement for delivered energy.  

    • $0.03769 per subscribed kWh

    Rates, charges and credits are for illustrative purposes only. Actual amounts are subject to change.

  • What are Renewable Energy Credits?

    Customers who enroll in GO Cleco solar will receive Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) based on their subscription.  Cleco will retire the RECs for the customer. However, if requested and eligible, Cleco can transfer the RECs to an account the customer designates, provided the customer agrees to retire the RECs and not transfer them to a third party.

  • When can customers start signing up?

    Customers can begin enrolling in the GO Cleco solar program July 1, 2026, on a first-come, first-served basis, at at www.cleco.com/greenoption. After enrolling online, customers must review and sign a subscription agreement to complete their enrollment. 

  • How long is the subscription for?

    The minimum subscription term is one year, meaning when customers sign the subscription agreement, they are agreeing to be in the GO Cleco solar program for a complete subscription term from July to June. The subscription will automatically renew annually unless the customer cancels.

  • Can customers cancel their subscription?

    Yes.  To cancel, Cleco must receive written notice at least two months before the end of the subscription term.  Written notices can be sent to [email protected]. 

    If a customer discontinues service with Cleco, the subscription will be automatically cancelled.  If a customer moves to another location within Cleco’s service area, the subscription can be transferred to the new address.

  • Can customers change their subscription level?

    Yes.  Customers can change their subscription amount once in any 12-month period, starting on their enrollment anniversary date.