Joint Letter in Support of Community Solar Bill HB 1842

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We invite you to add your organization to this sign-on letter in support of PA Community Solar Bill HB 1842. 

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Dear members of the Pennsylvania State Senate,

We, the undersigned organizations representing a wide range of communities across the Commonwealth, are writing to express our support for House Bill 1842 and for the economic, social, and environmental benefits that community solar represents.

Especially now, by capitalizing on federal incentives that would otherwise sit untapped or go to other states, community solar can energize our state with good jobs and affordable energy.

This legislation can unlock the benefits of a clean energy economy for the many Pennsylvanians who currently risk being left behind, by allowing everyone to choose local, reliable, and lower-cost clean energy solutions regardless of income level or housing situation constraints. It also promises to help communities across the state that have been harmed by rising costs of living and local job loss, and to support farmers in protecting their land while generating much-needed additional income.

Enabling community solar projects will create thousands of jobs in Pennsylvania, including many in the building trades; promote economic development in all areas of the state, and provide valuable tax revenues to local governments and school districts.

While 22 other states and the District of Columbia have authorized community solar and begun reaping its benefits, Pennsylvania has yet to act.

This legislation contains a number of notable strengths including strong labor protections, maximized benefits for low-wealth communities, robust consumer protections, and the avoidance of competition for funding with other crucial programs. While we see areas for improvement in the bill, especially the lack of guaranteed savings for program participants, we believe it to be a well-considered and practical step in the right direction.

We are grateful for your partnership in protecting Pennsylvania communities through lowered utility bills, good jobs, and clean air, and we urge you to join us in prioritizing this important legislation for expedient passage.

Sincerely,

[Inaugural signatories listed – subsequent signers to be added over time]

Advanced Energy United
Center for Coalfield Justice
Clean Air Council
Conservation Voters of PA
NRDC
PennEnvironment
POWER Interfaith
Sierra Club, Pennsylvania
Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
Solar United Neighbors
Solarize Delco
Third Act PA
Vote Solar Action Fund

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