By State Rep. Dave Madsen and Belle Sherwood

The school year is well underway in Harrisburg, and students are learning new things every day. But one thing remains the same: the rising cost of electricity here and all across Pennsylvania. This could leave some school districts facing tough decisions on how to prioritize expenses, and looking for ways to save money.

Luckily, one way that school districts can save money on their energy bill is by powering their buildings with cost-saving, clean solar power. Incorporating solar can be a triple win for schools: it helps school districts’ bottom line, reduces climate and air pollution, and increases energy reliability.

A new PennEnvironment Research & Policy Center report laid out a strong case for these potential benefits. “Solar Schools: R

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