Great news for Virginia solar! The Virginia Department of Energy has been awarded over $156 million in federal funding for the Solar for All program. This program aims to make solar energy more accessible to everyone in Virginia, especially those in low-income and disadvantaged communities. It is estimated that around 50% of households in Virginia will be eligible for the Solar For All Funding.
When will Solar For All funding be available in VA?
- The first year will be dedicated to planning and developing the guidelines for disbursements in Virginia.
- Funding will start in 2025 for those interested in getting involved in residential rooftop or shared solar programs. The details are still being developed by Virginia Energy.
- Projects must reduce energy bills by at least 20%
Scope of the Solar For All Program in Virginia
Over the next five years, this money will support different solar projects. This includes putting solar panels on roofs, creating shared solar projects, and building solar power for community housing. These projects will mainly focus on helping people who have low incomes or live in communities that need extra support.
This funding will make a big difference in communities that really need help. It’ll also help our solar industry grow and create more than 1,000 new jobs.
– Vince Maiden, the State Energy Office Director at Virginia Energy
The Solar for All program is run by the Virginia Department of Energy and funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. While details are still being worked out this year, the goal is to help people in low-income and disadvantaged communities benefit from solar energy. The program will also offer support to communities, small businesses, nonprofits, and others to make solar energy more accessible.
As more details become available, you can learn about the Solar for All program on the Virginia Energy website.
This big investment in solar energy shows Virginia’s commitment to clean energy and helping everyone benefit from it.