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For Immediate Release
June 25, 2009
Contact: Sally Kohr
(717) 787-4651

Rebates Available for Solar Heating, Hot Water Projects 

HARRISBURG – Senator Richard Alloway II (R-33) is urging district residents to apply for rebates for solar heating and solar hot water projects through the new Pennsylvania Sunshine Solar Program. 

Under the Alternative Energy Investment Act of 2008, consumers and businesses that complete new solar heating or solar hot water projects may be eligible for rebates of up to $2,000 from the Department of Environmental Protection. Rebates will cover up to 35 percent of the cost to design, purchase and install solar heating and energy systems. 

"Solar energy is a valuable resource that helps protect our environment and reduce energy costs to consumers, and I would urge local residents to look into the benefits of this energy-saving technology in their homes," Alloway said.  

To be eligible for a rebate, applicants must use an installer on the DEP’s qualified installer list. The two-step application process requires installers to submit a pre-approval application to determine if the applicant is eligible. After pre-approval, the homeowner or business will have 12 months to complete the project and apply for reimbursement.  

Additional information and applications are available by calling (717) 783-8411 or online at www.depweb.state.pa.us/pasunshine.