Northern Virginia Regional Commission and Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP) celebrate a decade of Solarize NOVA
2024 Solar Campaign Kicks Off
In the past 10 years, Solarize NoVA has helped 913 homeowners make the switch to solar power in Northern Virginia. This cost-effective program streamlines the process of harnessing the sun’s rays for local homeowners.
“NVRC is proud of the success of its Solarize NoVA program and pleased to be celebrating the tenth anniversary of the launch of this important renewable energy program. To date Solarize NoVA has resulted in 913 new arrays for 8.5 MW of solar energy offsetting 9100 tons of carbon pollution annually. We are pleased to work with the Local Energy Alliance Program, our local government colleagues, and local solar installers to bring this most successful program to our residents and business community,” said NVRC Chairman and City of Alexandria Council Member John T. Chapman.
“Making the switch to solar can be challenging for a number of reasons,” says LEAP Co-Executive Director Katie VanLangen. “Whether it's because the quotes are complicated, they don’t know who to trust, or the upfront cost is daunting, it can be overwhelming. We’re here to be a trusted partner and a guiding hand.”
By switching to solar energy now, Virginians can minimize their carbon footprint, reduce utility bills, and protect themselves from future rate increases. Solarize Virginia offers discounted rates for its program, so homeowners can feel confident that they are getting competitive rates.
Interested homeowners and businesses can sign up for this annual program and receive a free solar satellite assessment until June 30th. LEAP also provides ongoing customer support and education throughout the process to make it as smooth as possible. Signing up is free and requires no commitment until you sign a contract with an installer.
Please visit www.solarizenova.org for more information. Informative webinars are also available and free to attend. To register for a webinar please visit www.solarizeva.org/events.
About the Northern Virginia Regional Commission
NVRC is a consortium of thirteen local governments representing more than 2.5 million residents. While only 3% of Virginia's land mass, Northern Virginia has a GDP of $276 Billion which is 41.6% of the GDP of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Northern Virginia’s GDP is larger than 24 states and the District of Columbia and if a country would be the 48th largest economy in the world.