Erie County Department of Environment & Planning
95 Franklin St. 10th Floor Buffalo, NY 14202
www3.erie.gov/eclipse/
Main Phone
716-858-6100
Primary Services
Energy Information Services, Residential Energy/Water Conservation Systems/Devices
Description
Program designed to reduce energy burden, promote energy efficiency and weatherization, and increase access to renewable energy. Through the ECLIPSE Community Solar Program, households can access the benefits of renewable energy without the need for solar panel installation on their property by sharing in energy from regional community solar providers.
Program staff perform community outreach and education locally, go online for list of scheduled events.
Also encourages the use of MyEnergy, New York State's home energy improvement planning tool designed to maximize financial savings, streamline home energy projects, and help you discover the benefits of upgrading your home. Go online to www.myenergy.ny.gov for more information.
Program staff perform community outreach and education locally, go online for list of scheduled events.
Also encourages the use of MyEnergy, New York State's home energy improvement planning tool designed to maximize financial savings, streamline home energy projects, and help you discover the benefits of upgrading your home. Go online to www.myenergy.ny.gov for more information.
Hours
Call for more information.
Eligibility
Income-qualified renters and homeowners enrolled in federal or state aid programs including Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Empower+, Lifeline, and similar programs.
Service Area: Erie County.
Service Area: Erie County.
Intake Process
Call or go online to enroll. Email address and recent electric utility bill required to begin service.
Program Fees
Call for more information. Participants can save up to 10% on annual electricity costs.
Date of Official Change
Jun 17, 2025
Contacts
Sarah Sanford (Primary)
Senior Energy Development Specialist​
ECLIPSE@erie.gov
716-858-6100

