HARRISBURG, PA – October 2, 2025 − Sen. Nick Miller (D-Lehigh-Northampton) and Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-Lackawanna/Monroe/Wayne) introduce Senate Bill 983 to establish a commercial and industrial rooftop solar program to tap into the unused potential of existing and future industrial warehouse rooftops in Pennsylvania.
Senate Bill 983 aims to streamline the development of front-of-meter solar projects, which generate energy directly for the grid. This legislation is expected to reduce costs for consumers by efficiently integrating electricity into the grid and scaling operations for years to come, resulting in a more resilient energy system.
“Pennsylvania must take proactive measures to expand its energy capacity, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable energy solutions that prioritize consumer interests,” said Senator Miller. “Generating clean energy without utilizing new land or major transmission upgrades will allow Pennsylvania to boost its economic growth while reducing its carbon footprint by using untapped sites.”
“As energy needs grow, we must look to practical, efficient solutions,” said Senator Brown. “This legislation makes smart use of existing infrastructure to generate clean energy without sacrificing farmland or requiring major new investments in transmission. By cutting red tape and opening up commercial rooftops for solar, we can lower energy costs, strengthen our grid, and drive economic development while putting ratepayers first.”
Senate Bill 983 also specifies the eligibility of solar generators for state alternative energy credits, providing cost savings for consumers. In addition, to address delays linked to new interconnection approvals, it will include a provision that allows solar projects already in application with their electric distribution company before the effective date to proceed.
For more information, visit Senator Miller’s website at www.PASenatorMiller.com or follow him on Facebook, Instagram, X @SenNickMiller.
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