Solar Power World

Federal Funds Will Make Pennsylvania a Leader in Solar Power

$9.5 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funding gives eight large-scale solar projects in Pennsylvania funding that will create jobs while generating clean energy. This  $9.5 million investment through the federal Recovery Act is intended to help to make possible the support of eight projects that will put 149 people to work, stimulate another $46 million in private investments and, once completed, will generate enough electricity to power 1,200 homes annually. The... Read More

How to Get a Green Job in Today’s Economy

Despite the global recession, soaring interest in the new energy economy is sparking tremendous opportunity for job hunters and career changers to go green. The federal government is investing billions into the renewable energy and energy efficiency sectors to help get the U.S. economy back on track. Leading businesses are investing billions more. While most parts of the U.S. economy continue struggle, many companies involved in solar, wind, biofuels, energy efficiency, and other... Read More