Aurora officials hear update on two 5 MW community solar fields and resident subscriptions

Sep 2, 2026

Progressive Energy told council two 30‑acre, 5 MW solar fields near the Aurora Airport and south of Route 30 will produce about 20 million kWh annually, open resident subscriptions this month and come online in November; the city expects modest rent, tax and subscription savings.

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The Committee of the Whole received a presentation from Progressive Energy on Sept. 1 about two community solar fields the company is building for the city of Aurora.

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