It’s SOLAR time!
The Philadelphia Solar Energy Association (PSEA) is a volunteer-based, member-supported nonprofit whose goal is to promote the rapid adoption of solar energy across the state. Founded in 1980, PSEA has sponsored the Junior Solar Sprint every year since 1993, inspiring many young people to pursue careers in math, engineering and science. PSEA has played a key role in the development of clean energy policies in Pennsylvania towards accelerating the adoption of solar energy to reduce our carbon footprint, improve resilience and energy security and increase our energy independence.
Our History & Mission
Schools Across PA apply to Go Solar
The Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) received applications from 88 schools all across Pennsylvania, requesting a total of more than $88 million in grants, more than three times the $25 million available. DCED will announce the grant awards later this spring. Gov. Shapiro has included another $25 million for Solar for Schools in his budget for next year! Here is a map showing which schools applied.
Solar Curriculum
Looking for already created lesson plans that can be used to educate your students on clean energy solutions? Check out our lesson plans for 5th, 6th and 9th grades.
The Solar Toolkit is HERE!
There has never been a better time to go solar, especially for schools! This Toolkit provides the information and tools your school can use to successfully go solar and get the most out of solar photovoltaics (“PV”).
‘We’re not breathing fumes’: Homeowners use tax credits to purchase new EV, water heater
PSEA's own Liz Robinson hosted a Front Porch Ribbon Cutting event on September 3rd to celebrate another step in electrifying her family's home. She and husband Paul Ricker have been replacing all their fossil fuel appliances with new high efficiency electric appliances.