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Carrollton vs Dallas

How do community solar rules compare between Carrollton, TX and Dallas, TX?

Carrollton, TX

Dallas County

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Dallas, TX

Dallas County

Few Restrictions

Dallas sits inside ERCOT's deregulated retail market under Texas Utilities Code Chapter 39. Customers cannot buy directly from a Dallas community solar farm, but several Retail Electric Providers offer subscription plans that match consumption with off-site solar generation.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactCarrolltonDallas
Market structure-ERCOT deregulated retail
Authority-TX Utilities Code Chapter 39
How to subscribe-Choose a renewable REP plan
Disclosure portal-PUCT Power to Choose
Local mandate-Not authorized in Texas

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Carrollton FAQ

No FAQs available.

Dallas FAQ

Can my Dallas household subscribe to a community solar farm?

Indirectly. Texas has no statewide community solar credit program, but several Retail Electric Providers sell renewable plans matching your usage to specific solar projects. Compare options at the Public Utility Commission's Power to Choose website.

Why does Dallas not run a city community solar program?

Texas Utilities Code Chapter 39 places retail electricity in the competitive market, not under city control. Dallas can encourage solar through procurement and education, but only the Texas Legislature can authorize formal community solar bill credits.

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