Protecting our Environment with Solar Home Energy

This summer, I met Meghan Wright while riding my bike in Glenside on a Saturday morning. Meghan is an Abington resident, tutor and solar energy enthusiast. She and her husband, Charles, installed solar panels in their home two years ago. As opposed to natural gas and other fossil fuels, which release hundreds of tons of carbon dioxide into the air, solar energy releases no carbon dioxide at all. This helps to reduce contributions to climate change. The Wrights are passionate about protecting the environment through solar energy – and say it is a cost-effective alternative to traditional energy supplies.

If you are considering solar energy in your home, Meghan says to give it a try. The Wrights expect to break even on their solar home energy investment within the next seven years, and say that many companies offer financing plans to make the investment more affordable. You can obtain a free cost assessment from a Pennsylvania certified solar energy installer to determine what your investment might look like, and when you may break even. It is always beneficial to obtain multiple assessments for comparison. You can find a list of PA Sunshine Program Approved Solar Electric Installers here. Installing solar panels in your home is an excellent way to participate in community change that will protect our environment.

Serving the Commonwealth through a Special Committee

Last week, I was selected to serve on a bipartisan Senate Committee that will examine whether Attorney General Kane can serve as Attorney General with a suspended law license. This is a challenging assignment. The Committee is expected to report findings to the full Senate in thirty days.

Build Our Community as a Volunteer

Can you help us build a powerful community of caring? Join my team as a volunteer. Call 215-242-8171 or email ebaker@pasenate.com for more information.

Dare to care,

Art Haywood
State Senator
4th District

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