Philadelphia County · Pennsylvania
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Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia homeowners save with PA SREC program and PECO net metering.
213 days
Sunny Days/Year
$1,400/yr
Avg. Annual Savings
10–14 years
Payback Period
$17,000
Avg. System Cost
About Solar in Philadelphia
Why Philadelphia Homeowners Are Going Solar
Philadelphia is Pennsylvania's largest city and a strong solar market in the Mid-Atlantic region. PECO serves Philadelphia and offers net metering for residential solar customers. Pennsylvania's SREC (Solar Renewable Energy Credit) program allows Philadelphia homeowners to earn additional income from their solar panels.
Philadelphia's large stock of row homes and twin houses make it an interesting solar market -- many rooftops are suitable for solar. PA SREC program combine for strong ROI. Note: the 30% federal ITC expired December 31, 2025.
SunLynk connects Philadelphia homeowners with pre-vetted local solar installers who understand Philadelphia County's permitting requirements and PECO's interconnection process.
Why go solar in Philadelphia?
- PA SREC program generates additional income
- PECO net metering at retail rates
- Property and sales tax exemptions
- Federal ITC expired Dec 31, 2025 (leases/PPAs may still benefit)
- Average payback of 7–10 years
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Available Incentives
Solar Incentives for Philadelphia Homeowners
Federal Solar Tax Credit -- Expired
Tax CreditThe 30% federal residential solar tax credit (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025. Homeowners purchasing in 2026 no longer qualify. Solar leases and PPAs are the exception -- the installer can claim commercial credits and pass savings through in the monthly rate.
Pennsylvania SREC Program
State ProgramPennsylvania's SREC program lets solar homeowners earn certificates for every 1,000 kWh produced.
PECO Net Metering
Net MeteringPECO offers net metering for Philadelphia residential solar customers at retail rates.
Property Tax Exemption
Tax ExemptionPennsylvania exempts solar energy systems from local property tax assessments.
Sales Tax Exemption
Tax ExemptionSolar energy equipment is fully exempt from Pennsylvania's 6% sales tax.
Common Questions
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