Greenport's Solar Success
The Town of Greenport hosts the ELP Greenport Solar project, a 7 MW community solar installation that has been operating successfully since March 2020, providing clean energy to the region.
What This Means for Greenport
- Tax revenue — PILOT payments support local services and the Hudson City School District
- Community solar access — Residents can subscribe and save on electricity
- Environmental impact — Reduces approximately 7,000 tons of CO2 emissions annually
- Quiet operation — No noise, no traffic, no pollution
- Preserved open space — Not developed for housing or commercial use
- Local clean energy — Power generated in the community
Town Resources
Learn more about the Town of Greenport and get involved in local governance:
- Town of Greenport Official Website — Town news, services, and information
- Planning Board — Meets 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:30 PM
- Hudson City School District — Schools serving Greenport residents
Living Near Solar: The Reality
Greenport residents have firsthand experience with utility-scale solar. Ask anyone living near the project:
- Have property values crashed? No.
- Is there constant noise? No.
- Are there environmental problems? No.
- Has the town character been destroyed? No.
The fears that opponents raise about solar projects haven't materialized in Greenport or anywhere else in Columbia County.
Community Solar for Greenport Residents
Greenport residents can subscribe to community solar—including potentially the project in their own town:
- No rooftop panels needed — Subscribe and receive bill credits
- Typical savings of 10% — Lower electricity costs
- Support local clean energy — Power from your community
- No upfront costs — Start saving without installation expenses
Learn how community solar works →
About Greenport
Greenport is a town in Columbia County with a population of approximately 4,400. It is located on the western border of the county and surrounds the City of Hudson on three sides.
The town was established in 1837 from part of the City of Hudson and was the last town founded in Columbia County. Greenport is home to Olana State Historic Site, the former home of Hudson River School artist Frederic Edwin Church, decorated in a stunning Persian style.
With its mix of agriculture, rural residences, historic sites, and proximity to the City of Hudson, Greenport is representative of many Hudson Valley communities balancing preservation with progress.
The Bigger Picture
Greenport's solar project is one of several in Columbia County totaling approximately 36 MW. These installations prove that solar can coexist with Columbia County's rural character while providing real benefits to residents, local governments, and schools.