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PEA drives clean energy solutions that decrease bills, increase future-proof jobs, and build what’s next. Energy that moves Philadelphia forward.

In 2010, Council President Darrell Clarke and Mayor Michael Nutter launched the Philadelphia Energy Authority (PEA) as an independent municipal authority. City Council established the Philadelphia Energy Authority to provide targeted expertise and focus to Philadelphia’s efforts to reduce energy consumption and expense. Under its founding ordinance, PEA is authorized to facilitate and develop energy efficiency and energy generation projects on behalf of the City of Philadelphia. PEA will fulfill its role by

1. Identifying, supporting and facilitating the most cost effective and environmentally-sound opportunities for the City of Philadelphia to reduce energy use and expense;

2. Promoting and assisting the development of alternative sources of energy, benefiting the retention and development of a local workforce which is essential for the economic prosperity of the City; and,

3. Educating Philadelphia’s consumers (including residential, commercial and public sector audiences) regarding choices available in the energy marketplace.

09/22/2026

The Philadelphia Energy Campaign set out to demonstrate that a clean energy economy could make life more affordable, boost economic opportunities, and create healthier communities.

Today we’re celebrating a decade of clean energy accomplishments. This is energy that moves Philadelphia forward.

09/15/2026

Join us for our final Solarize Greater Philadelphia webinar in our series on available incentives for businesses and tax-exempt organizations.

Nonprofits, businesses, and municipalities may be eligible for federal incentives covering up to 50% of the cost to install a qualifying solar project — but timing matters. Tomorrow’s webinar will cover the latest changes to the Investment Tax Credit and other technical assistance available through the Solarize program.

Can't make it? Reach out and request a one-on-one meeting.

09/10/2026

Northeast Philly's Greenfield Manufacturing is powered by the sun. The 3,800-panel solar array, installed by Solar States, generates more than 100% of their electricity needs. Is your business or tax-exempt organization interested in following Greenfield's example? The Solarize Greater Philadelphia team is here to assist!

09/03/2026

☀️ Your business or organization could install solar at a 50% discount. Want to learn how? Join Solarize Greater Philadelphia's upcoming webinar to learn about available federal tax incentives. The investment tax credit still offers a not-to-be-missed opportunity for qualifying property owners.

We'll break down federal guidelines and share how Solarize Greater Philadelphia's one-on-one technical assistance can help your organization go solar.

🚨 If solar has been on your organization's to-do list, now is the time to start the conversation! Reach out!

09/01/2026

Calling all Bucks County businesses: let’s talk solar. ☀️

🎥 PEA Director of Commercial Programs Lisa Shulock recently joined Bensalem Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo on The Mayor’s Show and discussed solar energy's benefits for Bucks County businesses. Watch Lisa, Mayor DiGirolamo, and local business owner Frank A. Livolski, owner of Superior Commercial Kitchens, cover how installing solar is particularly beneficial this year as federal clean energy incentives wind down.

Want to learn more about installing solar for your business? Solarize Greater Philadelphia provides technical assistance to help commercial property owners understand costs, benefits, and financing options.

08/31/2026

🎒 Welcome back, Philly students! As a new school year gets underway, we’re celebrating another milestone in the School District of Philadelphia's ongoing effort to improve facility energy efficiency, lower operating costs, and address deferred maintenance.

PEA has been proud to support the School District as an objective technical resource throughout procurement and implementation phases for projects such as NORESCO's recently completed GESA-3 improvements. These projects are creating more comfortable learning environments across School District buildings, reducing energy use while bringing sustainability into the classroom: https://www.noresco.com/2026.06.22_SDP.html

Throughout the Philadelphia Energy Campaign, PEA and the School District have partnered to invest more than $276 million in energy efficiency and other critical capital improvements across 23 schools, benefiting more than 15,000 students. This is energy that moves Philadelphia forward.

Congrats to the start of a new school year! 🏫⚡📚

08/27/2026

📣 PEA is hiring for an Administrative Coordinator. We're looking for an early-career professional looking to grow — or an experienced administrator who enjoys a dynamic role — to join the Operations team.

Are you organized, adaptable, a strong communicator, and excited to support our work advancing Philadelphia’s clean energy economy? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re also still hiring for our Senior Finance Coordinator role, supporting the financial operations behind PEA’s growing portfolio of programs and projects.

🔗 Learn more about both opportunities and apply: https://philaenergy.org/job-board/

08/26/2026

This month, we're recognizing the determination, dedication and of our Green Residential Construction Immersive Training (GRIT) program graduates.

As we celebrate this year's eighth GRIT cohort, we’re proud to reflect on what this program makes possible:
🔩 Hands-on building trade skills
🚧 Construction safety certifications
💼 Career readiness support to enter the workforce with confidence

Through GRIT, participants gain more than technical skills — they gain pathways to meaningful careers in the green building and construction industries, opening doors to new opportunities and long-term economic mobility.

Congratulations to our graduates, and many thanks to Councilmembers Isaiah Thomas and Jim Harrity, our partners and course instructors at Energy Coordinating Agency (ECA), and our wrap-around service providers and career readiness instructors at Phase3 Training and PVTC Philly for helping make this program possible.

Here’s to the next chapter for our GRIT graduates!

08/24/2026

Thank you to all the partners and supporters who made Solar Week 2026 such a success!

🏠 Solarize Greater Philadelphia expanded our residential programs into the surrounding counties

🏛️Springfield Township, Montgomery County unveiled a new 390-kW solar array powering township buildings - joined by U.S. Representative Madeleine Dean, PA Senator Art Haywood, PA Rep. Napoleon Nelson, Montgomery County Commissioner Jamila Winder, and Montgomery County Chief Sustainability Officer Devi Ramkissoon

🔆 In North Philly, we celebrated North Star Park Solar Shed’s resilient power, keeping free lunches fresh for neighborhood youth all year round

🍹 More to come: Green Building United's Summer Social was rescheduled to August 25.

Special thanks to our solar partners: Philadelphia Green Capital Corp., Solar United Neighbors, PA Solar Center, Sierra Club Pennsylvania Chapter, Solarize Delco, Solar States, Exact Solar, Solr Standard, Solar Energy World, Superior Solar Design, and more!

08/21/2026

It's the final day of Solar Week 2026, and we're wrapping up our Meet Our Installers series with .energyworld! ☀️

Solar Energy World brings 17+ years of experience from working with 30,000+ customers. A Comcast company, they offer the stability of a global brand paired with the specialized expertise of a local solar energy pioneer.

In the words of customer Sai Kumar: “I had a great experience working with Solar Energy World. Communication was consistent and transparent throughout."

Thank you for following along as we've highlighted the vetted installers helping residents and businesses make the switch to solar. Learn more about Solarize Greater Philadelphia and our new cohort of installers: https://solarizegreaterphl.org/solarize-greater-philadelphia-announces-new-residential-installer-partners-expansion-to-bucks-chester-delaware-and-montgomery-counties

Address

30 S 15th Street, Suite 801
Philadelphia, PA
19102

Telephone

(215) 686-4483

Website

http://www.philaenergy.org/

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