NY-Sun
In New York, the sun shines for everyone.
New York State is making solar energy more accessible to homes, businesses, and communities through NY-Sun incentives and a network of qualified installers. Combined with declining equipment costs, New York State tax credits, and Inflation Reduction Act tax credits, there’s never been a better time to go solar.
Types of Solar Energy
- On-site solar: Homes, businesses, multifamily buildings, and municipalities can get incentives to install rooftop or ground-mounted solar on their property to generate their own renewable energy.
- Community solar: Renters, homeowners, businesses, and other customers can tap into solar power generated in New York State without installing panels through community solar.
Learn More About Solar Energy
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Find Residential & Small Commercial Contractors
Learn More Find Residential & Small Commercial ContractorsReview approved solar contractors in your area and best practices when choosing a contractor to install solar at your home, small business, or multifamily building.
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Find Commercial & Industrial Contractors
Learn More Find Commercial & Industrial ContractorsConnect with approved solar contractors and get helpful advice for choosing and working with contractors on your business’s solar project.
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Find a Community Solar Project
Learn More Find a Community Solar ProjectExplore community solar projects in your utility area and learn about project availability, subscription terms, and expected savings.
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How Community Solar Works
Learn More How Community Solar WorksFind out how community solar projects provide electric bill savings and support New York’s clean energy transition.
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Paying for Home Solar
Learn More Paying for Home SolarExplore upfront incentives, tax credits, and low-interest financing to make on-site solar more affordable for your home.
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Paying for Commercial Solar
Learn More Paying for Commercial SolarDiscover how upfront incentives, tax credits, and low-interest loans can make on-site solar a valuable proposition for your business, nonprofit, or multifamily property.
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NY-Sun Contractor Resources
Learn More NY-Sun Contractor ResourcesAccess guidance and information on solar incentives and becoming a NY-Sun participating contractor.
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Solar Data Maps
Learn More Solar Data MapsView maps of NYSERDA-supported and statewide solar projects to get a holistic view and sector-specific information on New York’s solar development.
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Solar Resources for Communities
Learn More Solar Resources for CommunitiesExplore resources and guidance to help communities and local governments with siting, developing, and promoting solar energy.
Solar Energy Is Powering a Brighter Clean Energy Future
Solar energy is an essential component of New York State’s goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and ensuring an affordable and resilient energy system.
The Climate Act 
set a goal of installing six gigawatts (6 GW) of distributed solar energy by 2025. New York achieved the 6 GW solar goal in the fall of 2024, putting the state on the path to other nation-leading climate targets, including 10 GW of solar by 2030.
New York is home to more than 800 community solar projects and leads the U.S. in community solar capacity. Statewide, New York’s solar energy development is driving economic growth and employing more than 14,000 workers in a variety of solar energy careers.
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