Solarize Greater Philadelphia
Solarize Greater Philadelphia is a government-backed program to help overcome the barriers to installing solar. The initiative builds upon Solarize Philly, a group buying program launched in 2017 to help homeowners and businesses navigate the solar installation process.
PEA and its green bank affiliate, the Philadelphia Green Capital Corp. (PGCC), launched Solarize Greater Philadelphia to continue and build upon these services.
Visit SiteContracts signed
3,700+
Contracted solar capacity
19MW+
Invested in Philly’s clean energy economy
$71M+
Direct jobs created
550+
About Solarize Greater Philadelphia
Solarize Greater Philadelphia connects Philadelphia homeowners to vetted installers while providing important consumer protections. As of the end of 2024, more than 3,800 participants have installed solar through ownership or lease models, adding more than 22 megawatts (MW) to the grid.
Homeowners who sign up for Solarize Greater Philadelphia receive a free solar project proposal. Proposals are designed based on property owner’s electricity consumption and roof space with the intention of maximizing energy savings.
PEA ensures that the selected installers are reputable, contracts are standardized with key consumer protections, and the equipment is high quality with appropriate warranties. This program partners with PGCC which uses public and private investment to scale and amplify PEA’s work through innovative financing tools. Find out more about PGCC’s work at phillygreencapital.org
Projects
G.E.T. Solar Initiative
Solarize Greater Philadelphia offers support for the region’s businesses, municipalities, schools, and nonprofits. Through a partnership with the Pennsylvania Solar Center’s G.E.T. Solar initiative, the program provides free technical assistance and financial guidance to property owners in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties.
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Share the Sun
If you own your solar system, you can donate your Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) to support solar at home for another Philadelphia family. The cost of installing solar can be prohibitive for lower-income families. And lower-income families are the ones who need it the most – they can spend 2.4 times as much on their energy bills as non-low-income households.
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