After a competitive bid process, Whitehall Borough Council awarded the project to local solar developer Elysium Solar Energy to complete the installation.
The 22.2-kilowatt solar system was installed on the roof of the building and is estimated to produce about 26,000 kwh/year, which will offset more than 90% of the facility’s annual energy usage.
Elysium Solar Energy estimates the system will save the Borough nearly $100,000.00 over the next 25 years.
“Whitehall Borough is thrilled to save taxpayers significant money by making the switch to solar, and to be able to reinvest those savings into strengthening our community,” said Courtney Wertz, Borough Manager of Whitehall Borough. “Like so many other municipalities and government entities, the Borough has been grossly impacted by the rising price of energy, so it is a relief to take power into our own hands and save big with the help of solar.”
“It is our hope that Whitehall Borough will serve as an inspiration to other local municipalities and organizations in flipping the switch to solar,” said Leo Kowalski, Director of Transformation at the PA Solar Center. “Larger consumers of energy like them can often save thousands to tens of thousands of dollars on their electric bills. Further, there are current tax credits and grant programs in place that can make the transition very favorable to the consumer – but we don’t know how long these programs will be around, so we’re encouraging businesses and tax-exempt organizations to lock them in by going solar as soon as possible.”
“Due to circumstances out of most people’s control, electricity costs have been extremely volatile over the past several years,” said Kayla Reedy, Owner of Elysium Solar Energy. “We congratulate Whitehall Borough for taking action and having the determination to move into the clean energy economy.”
Solar energy is the fastest growing energy in the country and is saving businesses, nonprofits, communities, and residents thousands of dollars in utility bills.
Businesses that go solar are hedging against volatile electricity pricing because the cost of solar, once the upfront equipment costs are paid, is nearly free.
Whitehall Borough, located just south of Pittsburgh, is a vibrant and diverse suburban community known for its strong municipal services, family-friendly atmosphere and excellent quality of life.
Home to approximately 15,000 Residents, Whitehall offers a peaceful, residential environment with convenient access to downtown Pittsburgh.
The Borough is part of the Baldwin-Whitehall School District and features outstanding amenities such as the Whitehall Public Library, a community swimming pool and several well-maintained parks.
Whitehall embraces diversity and inclusion while maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-connected neighborhood.
Visit the Pennsylvania Solar Center’s G.E.T. Solar program webpage for more on how to save money and avoid price spikes by transitioning to solar energy.
The Pennsylvania Solar Center is a nonprofit organization with the mission to expand the benefits of solar to all Pennsylvanians.
The Center offers technical assistance to non-profit organizations, businesses, and communities to help them go solar, savvy media communications and online resources for all solar stakeholders, and education for decision-makers and advocates about the benefits of robust solar policy.
The PA Solar Center provides an online directory of qualified solar developers, a map of notable solar installations, a monthly solar webinar series, and a listing of solar events happening across the state.
Elysium Solar Energy is your local, female-owned solar experts. We prioritize sustainability and customer satisfaction, treating every project like our own.
We are extremely motivated to keep money and employees locally by helping our community become more energy independent for a more sustainable future. Elysium is in it for the long-term and we love what we do.
It is our mission and promise to build trust and understanding to feel comfortable about going solar with Elysium Solar Energy.
At Elysium we thrive to deliver extraordinary service that you can’t get anywhere else.
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[Posted: July 22, 2025] PA Environment Digest
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