Solar Program (NY-Sun)

Pick a topic, get updates! (opens in new window) Find a Program Find A Contractor About Language Print this page back to top NY-Sun In New York, the sun shines for everyone. New York State is making solar energy more accessible to 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 for commercial solar, going solar is a great option. Types of Solar Energy On-site solar : buildings, and municipalities can get incentives to install rooftop or ground-mounted solar on their property to generate their own renewable energy. Community solar : other customers can tap into solar power generated in New York State without installing panels through community solar. Learn More About Solar Energy Find Residential & Small Commercial Contractors Review approved solar contractors in your area and best practices when choosing a contractor to install solar at your home, small business, or multifamily building. Learn More about finding approved Residential & Small Commercial contractors Find Commercial & Industrial Contractors Connect with approved solar contractors and get helpful advice for choosing and working with contractors on your business’s solar project. Learn More about finding approved Commercial & Industrial contractors Find a Community Solar Project Explore community solar projects in your utility area and learn about project availability, subscription terms, and expected savings. Learn More about finding approved Commercial & Industrial contractors How Community Solar Works Find out how community solar projects provide electric bill savings and support New York’s clean energy transition. Learn More about how community solar works Paying for Home Solar Explore upfront incentives, tax credits, and low-interest financing to make on-site solar more affordable for your home. Learn More about making home solar affordable Paying for Commercial Solar Discover how upfront incentives, tax credits, and low-interest loans can make on-site solar a valuable proposition for your multifamily property. Learn More about paying for commercial solar NY-Sun Contractor Resources Access guidance and information on solar incentives and becoming a NY-Sun participating contractor. Learn More about NY-Sun contractor resources Solar Data Maps View maps of NYSERDA-supported and statewide solar projects to get a holistic view and sector-specific information on New York’s solar development. Learn More about solar data maps Solar Resources for Communities Explore resources and guidance to help communities and local governments with promoting solar energy. Learn More about solar resources for communities 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. New York is home to more than 800 community solar projects and leads the 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 . Sign Up for News Stay up to date on solar energy programs and incentives in New York State, best practices, and more. Stay Connected