Pennsylvania Invests Over $5 Million in Solar Projects, Becomes National Solar Leader

The state of Pennsylvania will invest more than $5 million in 13 new solar projects in an expansive effort to maintain its strong growth in solar power. Pennsylvania already has some of the best solar incentives in the nation, quickly propelling the state into a leadership position in the national solar movement. The $5 million to fund the projects comes by way of Recovery Act funding from the Obama administration.

“We have made remarkable progress in making Pennsylvania a leader in renewable energy in a very short period of time,” said Governor Edward G. Rendell in a press release. “We’ve invested nearly $1 billion in projects that put more than 8,300 people to work. And now…we’re able to achieve even more growth.” Rendell went on to add that by December of 2010, Pennsylvania will rank in the top five states for solar power capacity.

The 13 projects announced earlier this week will produce enough solar energy to power some 500 homes. They’ll also increase Pennsylvania’s solar capacity to just shy of 60 megawatts, enough to power 7,200 homes.

“Pennsylvania’s commitment to creating a vibrant solar industry will reduce the consumption of costly, traditional fuels, with clean, efficient sunlight that doesn’t cost a penny,” said Rendell. “That provides savings to businesses and municipalities, and ensures that the commonwealth remains a leader in the development and deployment of green technologies.”

Via PR Newswire

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Pennsylvania Invests Over $5 Million in Solar Projects, Becomes National Solar Leader