Residents + Communities
Preserving & Powering Affordable Homes
Safer homes. Lower bills. Healthier neighborhoods.
The clean energy transition presents an opportunity to remake our home’s heating, cooling, and power systems.
PEA collaborates with service partners and clean energy providers to help residents cut energy costs, complete critical repairs, and improve home comfort. The result is healthier communities and a more resilient city.
In Philadelphia, too many low-income homeowners are living in unsafe homes they can’t afford to fix. Built to Last helps low-income homeowners repair and preserve aging homes through a coordinated, whole-home approach.
Health & Safety Repairs
Many homes require comprehensive repairs before they are eligible for energy efficiency or weatherization services. Built to Last addresses this challenge by layering funding and services into a streamlined one-stop program.
Clean Energy Solutions
PEA prioritizes high-efficiency upgrades and low-cost renewable energy. We are a proud ENERGY STAR Home Upgrade partner, installing energy-efficient heat pumps, water heaters, smart thermostats, and weatherization upgrades.
Solarize Greater Philadelphia
PEA supports solar energy access for the region’s homeowners. Lowering electricity bills allows households to keep more money in their pockets all while helping to decarbonize the region’s electricity grid.
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50%
Located within disadvantaged communities |
25 MW
Power generated from rooftop solar |
#1
Largest solar program in the country |
Simple and Accessible
Going solar can feel complex and out of reach. Solarize removes barriers, providing an easy, stress-free process.
Consumer Protections
Solarize pre-vets installers and negotiates competitive pricing, maintaining market oversight and technical support.
Community Benefits
Reducing homeowner electricity expenses while contributing to a more distributed and sustainable energy system.
Affordable Energy
Approved installers offer financing models and partnerships that reduce or eliminate upfront costs, expanding solar access.
Water and Sewer Line Protection Program
PEA partners with American Water Resources to provide an affordable option for households to protect their property from costly repairs. Service calls are available around the clock. Local contractors respond quickly when issues arise.
Help to Others (H2O) Fund
PEA maintains an emergency relief fund offering a last-resort measure for low-income households facing imminent danger of water shutoff, foreclosure, or basement flooding. The H2O Fund was established using fees collected through the Water and Sewer Line Protection Program. Eligibility is limited to households who apply through PEA referral partners.
