Solar Panels in Pennsylvania

SREC Market + Strong Net Metering

$1,100/yr

Avg. Annual Savings

4.6 peak hrs/day

Peak Sun Hours

7–11 years

Payback Period

$13,000–$21,000

Avg. System Cost

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Overview

Is Solar Worth It in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania has a growing solar market driven by its SREC (Solar Renewable Energy Certificate) program and strong net metering laws. While Pennsylvania doesn't have a state income tax credit for solar, the SREC program provides ongoing income for homeowners who generate solar electricity, and the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard creates consistent demand for those certificates.

Pennsylvania's electricity rates are moderate, but the combination of the federal 30% ITC, SREC income, and net metering makes solar a solid long-term investment for PA homeowners. The state has been steadily growing its installed solar capacity and expanding its incentive programs.

Benefits

Why Go Solar in Pennsylvania

Reduce Your Electric Bill

Pennsylvania homeowners save an average of $1,100/yr after going solar.

Federal 30% Tax Credit

Deduct 30% of your total system cost from your federal income taxes.

Increase Home Value

Solar panels increase your home's resale value — and are excluded from property tax in most states.

Energy Independence

Lock in your electricity rate and protect against rising utility costs for 25+ years.

Available Incentives

Pennsylvania Solar Incentives & Tax Credits

Pennsylvania SREC Program

State Program

Pennsylvania's SREC market lets solar homeowners earn certificates for every megawatt-hour produced and sell them to utilities meeting the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard, providing ongoing income.

Ongoing income per MWh produced

Net Metering

Pennsylvania law requires electric distribution companies to offer net metering to residential solar customers. PECO, PPL, and other PA utilities all participate.

Credits for excess generation

Property Tax Exemption

Tax Exemption

Pennsylvania offers a property tax exemption for solar energy systems, preventing your property taxes from increasing due to your solar installation.

100% exemption on added value

Sunshine Program (when available)

Rebate

Pennsylvania's Sunshine Solar Rebate Program has historically offered rebates for residential solar installations. Check with the PA DEP for current availability.

Rebates when program is active

Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC)

Tax Credit

The federal 30% ITC applies to all Pennsylvania homeowners who purchase their solar system.

30% of system cost

Common Questions

Pennsylvania Solar FAQ

Pennsylvania's SREC program lets solar homeowners earn one certificate for every megawatt-hour of electricity their system produces. These certificates are sold to utilities that must meet the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard, providing ongoing income on top of your electricity bill savings.

Local Solar Companies

Solar Companies by City in Pennsylvania

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Philadelphia$1,400/yr avg savings Pittsburgh$1,250/yr avg savings Allentown$1,350/yr avg savings Reading$1,300/yr avg savings Bethlehem$1,300/yr avg savings

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