Pennsylvania is set to invest over $5 million in 13 new solar power projects, continuing their efforts to become a leader within the United States in solar growth. The projects were made possible by more than $5 million from the Alternative Energy Investment Fund, made available by federal ARRA funds earmarked for renewable energy.
“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.” Adding 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. This includes solar paneled parking garages in West Chester Borough and Integrys Energy Services’s 387kw ground mounted solar panel array in Chester County.
“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.”
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