Allegheny County · Pennsylvania
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Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh homeowners save with PA SREC program and Duquesne Light net metering.
162 days
Sunny Days/Year
$1,250/yr
Avg. Annual Savings
11–16 years
Payback Period
$16,500
Avg. System Cost
About Solar in Pittsburgh
Why Pittsburgh Homeowners Are Going Solar
Pittsburgh is western Pennsylvania's largest city and a growing solar market in Allegheny County. Duquesne Light serves Pittsburgh and offers net metering for residential solar customers. Pennsylvania's SREC program allows Pittsburgh homeowners to earn additional income from their solar panels.
Despite Pittsburgh's reputation for cloudy weather, modern solar panels are highly efficient even in low-light conditions. Note: the 30% federal ITC expired December 31, 2025. PA SREC program make solar financially attractive.
SunLynk connects Pittsburgh homeowners with pre-vetted local solar installers who understand Allegheny County's permitting requirements and Duquesne Light's interconnection process.
Why go solar in Pittsburgh?
- PA SREC program generates additional income
- Duquesne Light net metering
- Property and sales tax exemptions
- Federal ITC expired Dec 31, 2025 (leases/PPAs may still benefit)
- Modern panels work in cloudy conditions
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Available Incentives
Solar Incentives for Pittsburgh 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.
Duquesne Light Net Metering
Net MeteringDuquesne Light offers net metering for Pittsburgh residential solar customers.
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
Solar FAQ for Pittsburgh Homeowners
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