State Rep. Tina Davis and state Sen. Steve Santarsiero announced a $400,000 state grant awarded to the Bristol Township School District for the Armstrong Middle School Solar Project.
The funding, provided through the Solar for Schools Grant Program, will help lower energy costs and support renewable energy use at Armstrong Middle School.
The Solar for Schools Grant Program, established in July 2024, aims to reduce the financial burden of installing solar energy systems in educational institutions across Pennsylvania. Eligible entities include school districts, intermediate units, charter schools, technical schools and community colleges. Funding may be used for the purchase and installation of solar equipment, permit fees, energy storage and utility interconnection.
“Projects like the Armstrong Middle School Solar Project show how public schools can lead the way in clean energy innovation,” Davis said. “Not only will this grant help lower energy costs, but it also provides an educational opportunity for students to learn about sustainability and the importance of environmental stewardship.”
“This state investment in solar for Armstrong Middle School highlights Bristol Township School District’s commitment to energy efficiency and fiscal responsibility,” Santarsiero said. “I applaud Governor Shapiro’s cutting-edge approach to alternative energy, and I am excited to see Bristol Township implement a solar program that will lower costs for the district and for taxpayers.”
The grant was awarded through the Commonwealth Financing Authority, an independent agency that administers economic development and energy programs, including the Solar for Schools program.
Davis represents the 141st District, comprised of Bristol Borough and Bristol Township in Bucks County.
Santarsiero represents the 10th Senatorial District comprised of Bristol Borough, Bristol Township, Buckingham, Chalfont, Doylestown Borough, Doylestown Township, Falls, Lower Makefield, Morrisville, New Britain Borough, New Britain Township, New Hope, Newtown Borough, Newtown Township, Plumstead, Solebury, Tullytown, Upper Makefield and Yardley in Bucks County.