Check out the cutting edge of solar energy by bike

This year’s Solar Open House Tour promises to be the best one yet with something for — and near — everyone. Not only are we featuring 16 open houses in and around the city of Pittsburgh, but we also have stops in Cranberry, Washington, Westmoreland, Beaver, and Fayette Counties.

Homeowners will greet visitors and give house tours from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 13.

This year, PennFuture is excited to offer a guided Solar Bike Tour for the Central Pittsburgh properties as part of their 2012 Pittsburgh Solar Tour. The Solar Bike Tour is a 20 mile ride through the city of Pittsburgh where we will visit 8 properties with solar installations (Map of Ride). This event highlights the growing solar market in western Pennsylvania and demonstrates that creating energy from the sun in our region is practical and possible.

Register for the Solar Bike Tour at PennFuture’s website:

$5 for non-PennFuture members / Free for PennFuture members

Starting Location:  906 Western Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 (North Side)

Starting Time: 11:00 a.m.

This is a friendly no drop ride, all skill levels are welcome. Helmets are required. We will regroup at the top of each climb or as needed.

Check out the Facebook Event page for more details!

Not a member of BikePGH? Join today! We need you to add your voice! Bike Pittsburgh works to protect cyclist’s rights and promote the vision of making Pittsburgh a safer and more enjoyable place to live and to ride. For more info, check out: www.bike-pgh.org/membership