Livingston's Solar Success
The Town of Livingston hosts the ELP Livingston Solar project, a 6.3 MW community solar installation that's been operating successfully and providing clean energy to the region.
What This Means for Livingston
- Tax revenue — PILOT payments support local services and schools
- Community solar access — Residents can subscribe and save on electricity
- 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
- Environmental benefits — Equivalent to removing 1,370 cars from the road annually
Town Resources
Learn more about Livingston and stay informed about local governance:
- Town of Livingston Official Website — Town information, news, and updates
- Town Board — Contact the Town Supervisor and board members
- Planning Board — Zoning, master plan, and development resources
Town Hall is located at 119 County Route 19, Livingston, NY 12541. The Town Supervisor can be reached at 518-851-9441 x311.
Living Near Solar: The Reality
Livingston 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 Livingston or anywhere else in Columbia County.
Community Solar for Livingston Residents
Livingston 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 fees to join or cancel — Flexibility to leave anytime
Learn how community solar works →
About Livingston
Livingston is a town in Columbia County with a population of approximately 3,628 (2020 census). Founded in 1788 as one of the original towns of Columbia County, Livingston sits in the southwestern part of the county along U.S. Route 9.
The land grant for Livingston Manor was made in 1686 to Robert Livingston, and the region became a district in 1772. The town encompasses the hamlets of Bells Pond, Blue Stores, Burden, Glencoe Mills, Linlithgo, and Livingston.
Financial Strength
Livingston is proud to be one of only a few communities statewide to receive a perfect "zero percent" stress monitor score from the NY Office of the Comptroller—showing the town is in top financial shape. PILOT agreements from solar projects contribute to this fiscal health.
The Bigger Picture
Livingston's solar project is one of several in Columbia County totaling ~36 MW. These installations prove that solar can coexist with Columbia County's rural character while providing real benefits to residents and local governments.