Green group gives Pennsylvania ‘F’ on solar permitting
The group PennEnvironment said permitting delays and bureaucratic barriers can add to the cost of a typical residential solar energy system, deterring potential adopters.
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Eos Energy to relocate HQ to North Side, invest $353 million in region, Shapiro says
Eos makes zinc-based batteries for industrial and other large-scale uses, including renewable energy projects.
Pennsylvania leaving regional electricity grid is still on the table, Shapiro says
The governor said PJM Interconnection has “months, not years” to make reforms that will keep costs down for consumers.
Allegheny County schools lead the state in potential for solar energy generation, advocates report
Boosting the county’s solar infrastructure could reduce air pollution from local power plants and alleviate school district budget pressure.
‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ casts shade over Pennsylvania’s solar boom
The future of solar installation companies and manufacturing plants is in doubt with the early phase out of tax credits in the new law.
Solar for All program at risk in Pa. if state lawmakers don’t act soon
Pennsylvania could lose $156 million meant for low-income people reduce their energy bills through solar if state lawmakers don’t act before September.
Pa. lawmakers consider new state board to fast-track electricity projects
Environmental groups are divided on whether to support a new state board that would expedite the siting of electricity projects.
Pa. clean energy businesses call on McCormick, Fetterman to preserve tax credits
They say the federal spending plan before the U.S. Senate would devastate the clean energy industry in Pennsylvania, while raising energy costs.
Solar savings for Clairton, other Pa. schools at risk from proposed federal cuts
Republican-controlled U.S. House passed a spending plan that would phase out clean energy tax credits ahead of the schedule, shrinking funds for schools.
