Prince William County announced on May 1 that it has partnered with the Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP) to launch the 11th annual Solarize Virginia campaign, aiming to make it easier and more affordable for residents to adopt solar power.
The program is part of the county’s ongoing efforts through its Office of Sustainability to increase access to clean energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The initiative supports both the county’s Strategic Plan and Community Energy and Sustainability Master Plan by connecting residents with vetted solar providers and cost-saving opportunities.
Since 2015, over 3,100 residential solar systems have been installed in Prince William County. Through Solarize Prince William, residents benefit from competitive pricing and discounts offered by trusted installers. This approach helps lower energy costs for homeowners, reduces their carbon footprint, and contributes to a cleaner environment.
“Switching to solar can reduce the energy cost burden for our residents, particularly as we see rising utility rates, while also supporting the region and county’s climate goals by bringing cleaner, carbon-free energy onto the grid,” said Giulia Manno, Prince William Senior Environmental Program Manager.
LEAP offers ongoing support throughout every stage of switching to solar power. “We know that switching to solar can feel overwhelming due to complicated quotes, high upfront costs or uncertainty about which installer to trust,” said Deborah Arenstein, Solar Program Manager of LEAP. “Our goal is to simplify the process, provide expert guidance and make it as easy as possible for Virginians to transition to solar power.”
Solarize Virginia was launched in 2014 with a focus on helping homeowners through free satellite assessments and education about solar benefits. Homeowners or businesses interested in participating this year can sign up for a free assessment and access discounted rates until July 15 at pwcva.gov/solarize.
