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Also known as PENELEC
Residential Rate
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Based on 8kW system at current rates
System Cost
$24,768
Pennsylvania State Incentive
-$400
Net Cost
$24,368
Payback Period
13.4 years
Annual Savings
$1,824
25-Year Savings
$66,502
Pennsylvania Electric (Penelec) serves Pennsylvania with a residential electricity rate of $0.19 per kWh. This is 13% above the national average of $0.168/kWh, meaning solar savings are especially significant for customers looking to reduce their energy costs.
At current rates, a typical Pennsylvania Electric (Penelec) household using 900 kWh per month spends approximately $2,052 per year on electricity. An 8 kW solar system can offset most or all of that usage, saving an estimated $1,824 annually and $66,502 over the 25-year life of the system. With Pennsylvania incentives of $400, the net system cost drops to $24,368, with a payback period of just 13.4 years.
Pennsylvania Electric (Penelec) offers net metering for solar customers, with credits applied as retail. Heat pump rebates of up to $450 are available. Third-party ownership through solar leases and power purchase agreements (PPAs) is available, which can qualify for the 30% commercial Investment Tax Credit under Section 48.
The federal residential solar tax credit (Section 25D) expired at the end of 2025. State and utility-level incentives are now the primary financial benefits for homeowners going solar. NuWatt Energy handles the entire process from system design through permits and Pennsylvania Electric (Penelec) interconnection, ensuring you receive every available rebate.
Net Metering
Available
Third-Party Ownership
PPAs/Leases allowed
Credit Type
retail
Heat Pump
$450
Rebate available
Review your recent Pennsylvania Electric (Penelec) electricity bills to understand your average monthly kWh consumption. This helps determine the right solar system size. Most Pennsylvania Electric (Penelec) customers use between 600-1,200 kWh per month.
Request a free, no-obligation solar estimate from NuWatt Energy. We analyze your roof, energy usage, and local sun exposure to design the optimal system for your home.
Receive a detailed proposal including system size, expected production, savings projections, and financing options. NuWatt offers cash purchase, solar loans, and lease options to fit your budget.
NuWatt takes care of all permitting and submits the interconnection application to Pennsylvania Electric (Penelec) on your behalf. We handle all the paperwork so you don't have to.
Our certified installation team completes your solar installation in 1-3 days. NuWatt manages your entire project from start to finish.
After installation and inspection, Pennsylvania Electric (Penelec) activates your net metering connection. Your system begins generating clean energy and reducing your electricity bill from day one.
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At $0.19/kWh, Pennsylvania Electric (Penelec) customers see strong returns from solar.