October 31^st wasn’t just about Halloween in PA this year, Harrisburg had another agenda, and it was all about solar power!

Governor Corbett and the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) urged residents and small businesses across the state to take advantage of the remaining funds in solar rebates available until December 31^st through the PA Sunshine Solar Program. The Governor brought the program back last January, and since then, the state has invested $6 million in solar rebates.

What is the PA Sunshine Solar Program?

The Sunshine Solar Program provides homeowners and small businesses in the state of PA with rebates to help fund solar electric and solar hot water projects. As of November 5^th, there is $879,731 available for payment in rebates. The remaining funds will be disbursed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Eligible applicants must select and work with a DEP-approved installer. The installer will apply for the rebate on behalf of the homeowner or business once the project is finished.

Solar Electric

• Solar cells convert sunlight directly into electricity, reducing greenhouse gases and air pollution.
• 10 to 50 solar panels are needed to power an average household.
• Panels that are kept clean can last up to 30 years.

Solar Hot Water

• Most common use of solar energy in PA is to heat water.
• Heating water can take up to 1/4 of a family of four's energy consumption.
• Solar water heating can be used to produce hot water for several day-to-day tasks including:
  • washing
  • cooking
  • cleaning

Are you looking to add solar energy to your home or small business? Take advantage of the PA Sunshine Solar Program before it's too late!