Find Solar has an online directory of solar professionals that makes it easy to find and compare PV and SWH installers.

Energywise PA also keeps a current list of solar system contractors for both residential and commercial installations. Another website to find qualified service providers surrounding energy use in your home is PA Home Energy.

For the PA State Sunshine program, Solar installers will have to be NABCEP certified OR must have completed an Interstate Renewable Energy council (IREC) accredited PV training program as well as a PV manufacturer's training program, and successfully installed at least 3 PV systems. The home energy auditors will need to be RESNET or BPI certified.

Click here for a list of NABCEP certified and/or IREC accredited solar installers registered with the State of Pennsylvania.

The City, along with the DOE, our own Licenses & Inspections department, and PECO are finalizing a Solar Guidebook for the solar industry as well as home and building owners to help provide clarity on the process for installing solar PV. This will make the process smoother, faster, and more effective for all those involved.

• Mid-Atlantic Solar Energy Industries Association
  Targeted towards industry rather than consumer. Provides some basic information about PV and SWH, but mostly about the Association’s ethical code, mission, board members, etc.
• DSIRE – Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficienc
  Large collection of grants, rebates, etc. to help pay for solar projects. Categorized by state.
• Online directory of solar professionals
  Serves as a directory for both residential and commercial projects. Makes it easy to find and compare PV and SWH installers.
• ASES - American Solar Energy Society
  Great site for keeping up to date with solar energy news. Also a source to find solar installers, opportunities to volunteer, and green jobs.
• NREL (In My Backyard)
  This is a nice website for planning out a solar installation for your home.