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Envinity is thrilled to be involved in this project and help bring innovative nature education to the region.

Some of the biggest energy savings in a building come from the parts you never see.

ClearWater Conservancy’s new Hamer Community Conservation Center is being designed with a high-performance building envelope to help reduce energy use, improve comfort, & create a more durable space for the future.

In real life, that means:
❄️ Less heat escaping in the winter
☀️ Less unwanted heat in the summer
💡 Lower energy use every day of the year

West Penn Energy Fund is proud to support projects like this one because sustainable energy can look like thoughtful design, better buildings, & spaces built to serve communities for generations.

📣 Help Us Win! Your Vote Matters!

We’re excited to share that we’ve been nominated for Real Estate - Favorite Home Builder in the Centre Daily Times

Your support means the world to us, and we need your votes to take home the win!

👉 How to Vote: Vote daily!
Every vote counts, and you can vote once a day!Link in comments!

Check our first comment for the voting link.

💬 After you vote, comment "DONE" and tag a friend who loves supporting local businesses!

📹 Stay tuned! We’ll be sharing videos and stories to remind you to vote. Watch for our countdown and behind-the-scenes clips!📲 Spread the word!

Don’t forget to check our stories for daily reminders, countdowns, and more!Thank you for being part of our journey! Let’s make this happen together!

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2026 Centre County Favorites Vote once per day from May 18 through June 5.

🌞 Thinking About Going Solar? 🌞

Rising energy costs have many Pennsylvania residents looking for solutions, and solar energy might be the answer! With utilities like West Penn, Penelec, and DLC offering financing options, now is the perfect time to make the switch.

💰 Why Go Solar?
- Significant Savings: Potential savings of over $100,000 in 30 years!
- Protect Against Rising Rates: Electricity prices are projected to keep climbing—don’t wait to lock in lower costs.
- Easy Financing Options: Explore the latest Climate First financing rates that make going solar more accessible than ever!

👉 Ready to learn more? Click here to read our latest blog post on how financing solar in 2026 can benefit you: https://www.envinity.com/financing-solar-in-2026/

Take control of your energy future today! 🌍

Financing Solar in 2026: West Penn Power, Penelec, and Dusquene Light Edition - Envinity | State College, PA As rising energy costs continue to impact households across Pennsylvania, now is the perfect time to consider the benefits of solar energy. With the help of

🌱 Green Community Partnership Spotlight: Envinity, Inc.

A multi-year award winner (2020, 2022, 2024 (Emerald Award), 2026), Envinity Inc., continues to set the standard for sustainability in the built environment.

From construction to clean energy, Envinity integrates environmentally responsible practices into every step of their work, proving that high-performance buildings and sustainability go hand in hand.

🏡 Building a Greener Future:

- Reuse, recycle, upcycle, and donate materials from construction and demolition projects, keeping valuable resources out of landfills

- Design and build energy-efficient, low-carbon homes that prioritize health, comfort, and resilience

- Provide renewable energy solutions, including solar and battery system design and installation

Envinity’s holistic approach ensures that sustainability isn’t just an add-on - it’s the foundation.

⚡ By combining smart design, responsible construction, and clean energy, they’re helping create a more sustainable future for our communities.

NEW SOLAR GUIDE POSTED!!!

Why Go Solar in Pennsylvania in 2026? - Envinity | State College, PA If you’ve been considering solar, 2026 looks a little different than it did just a year ago.

🚨 Solar just changed—and most homeowners don’t realize it yet.

A new report from NPR highlights a major shift:
👉 The federal solar tax credit for homeowners has ended
👉 But it’s still available… if you don’t own the system

Read it here 👇
🔗 https://www.npr.org/2026/02/20/nx-s1-5649474/solar-panel-tax-credit

So what does that actually mean?

It means the solar industry is shifting—fast.

More homeowners are moving toward:
⚡ Lease-based solar models
⚡ Lower upfront cost options
⚡ Smarter financing strategies

💡 Here’s where it gets interesting…

Not all leases are created equal.

Many lock you into:
❌ Long-term payments
❌ Third-party ownership for decades
❌ Limited flexibility

☀️ That’s exactly why Envinity is launching a Prepaid Solar Lease option, bringing affordability to the people

✔ Designed for long-term savings (not endless payments)
✔ Built, monitored, and supported by one accountable team
✔ Structured to give you a path to ownership—not take it away

📍 Coming soon to Central PA + Pittsburgh region

The takeaway:
Solar in 2026 isn’t about chasing incentives anymore…
It’s about strategy, control, and making your energy work for you.

If you’re trying to understand what this shift means for your home or facility, let’s talk.

💬 Comment “SOLAR” or send a message—we’ll break it down for you.

Tax credits for solar panels are available, but the catch is you can't own them Rooftop solar installers are steering customers toward leases instead of purchases. Federal tax credits for purchased systems have ended but are still available for leased ones.

Commercial & Industrial Businesses 🌇

This is your window to take advantage of energy incentives, grants, & financing — before timelines tighten.

Join us at Six and Kane for a focused workshop on what’s available right now and how to actually use it.

📅 April 22 | 9 AM
📍 63 N. Fraley St. Kane, Pa

Register Here ⬇️

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Great project with a great partner! State College Food Bank

State College Food Bank Installs Solar Panels to Reduce Costs, Environmental Impact The State College Food Bank is taking a new step to further its sustainability efforts and save money that can go directly to combatting hunger in Centre

What a great project for an awesome org!

This summer, Food Helpers completed an expansion of the solar panels array at our Centerville facility. Food Helpers' entire facility runs on electric power, including heating and cooling for the food bank's facilities. The project was completed by Envinity Inc. earlier than anticipated and is fully operational providing additional electric power for the Greater Washington County Food Bank. The project was financed through a generous grant from the West Penn Energy Fund and other generous Food Helpers' donors. This expands our existing 209 kW ground mounted solar PV array that also was funded primarily by the West Penn Power Energy Fund in 2020.

🌟 Join us for Business After Hours with CCRRA & Envinity! 🌟

📅 Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025 | ⏰ 5–7 PM | 📍 CCRRA Facility

Network, enjoy refreshments, and get an exclusive look at CCRRA’s new solar array—1,600+ panels built by Envinity! Plus, check out a hands-on solar education display.

✨ Open to Chamber members & the public. Don’t miss it!