Will Virginia get a solar grant?

Richmond, VA- Sunny days will be a little brighter in Virginia. The Virginia Department of Energy (Virginia Energy) will receive over $156 million in federal funding under the federal Solar for All grant. Around 50% of Virginia households are eligible to benefit from the program.

Will Virginia energy get $156 million for solar?

On April 22, 2024, Virginia Energy announced it has been selected to receive $156 million for the Solar for All program through EPA's Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. The federal funding will result in more affordable energy through residential solar installations.

Are solar panels a good idea in Virginia?

Solar panels can help Virginia homeowners save thousands on their energy bills each year once the panels have been paid off. And, with the state coming in 9th in the U.S. for solar installations by the Solar Energy Industries Association, going solar is a popular idea in the Old Dominion state.

How many Virginia households are eligible for solar?

Around 50% of Virginia households are eligible to benefit from the program. “Adding more residential solar is essential to our all of the above approach for clean and affordable energy in Virginia.” said Virginia Energy Director Glenn Davis.

Does Virginia have a solar for all program?

Virginia received $156M in funding to implement a statewide Solar for All program. The Solar for All federal grant program is structured to provide many benefits to participating states. One important benefit is providing participating residents reduced electricity bills.

When will solar for all be available in Virginia?

Virginia Energy intends to make this funding available as soon as possible; however, Virginia Energy will use a year long planning period which will likely end in quarter four of 2025. Implementation of Solar for All will begin after the planning period. All grant funds will be deployed within 5 years of receiving the award.