National Solar Capacity Ranking: 8th
Data Current Through: Q2 2024
New York has a considerable amount of solar potential and has consistently been in the top 10 US solar markets. The state has other policies in place to promote solar investment, including a feed-in tariff through Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) and net metering. Through its Reforming the Energy Vision docket, the Energy Commission is reviewing the regulatory and market environment needed to encourage a more efficient electricity system, including increased amounts of distributed generation.
New York
6,125
8th
10th
1,072,183 homes
5.28%
12,114
781 (89 Manufacturers, 254 Installers/Developers, 438 Others)
$12.6 billion
43% over the last 10 years
12395 MW over the next 5 years (ranks 4th)
216,483
Official SEIA State Affiliate – New York Solar Energy Industries Association (NYSEIA)
DSIRE incentives database – New York – Search a public clearinghouse for specific solar energy incentives in New York and across the United States
New York Solar Panels Overview – Learn about the history of solar policy in New York, along with up-to-date pricing information on EnergySage
New York State Assembly – Track pending legislation affecting solar energy, locate and contact individual legislators, and stay up to date on current legislative issues in New York
New York State Energy Research & Development Authority – Find a wide variety of information on state government energy programs, research, policy, projects, energy-saving strategies and energy-related statistics
New York State Public Service Commission – Learn about the governing body that regulates the electricity rates and services of New York public utilities
Solar Panel Cost in New York – Learn about the history of solar policy in New York, along with up-to-date pricing information on EnergySage
Solar Rebates & Incentives in New York – Check out EnergySage’s list of key solar incentives in New York to see what programs you can benefit from
U.S. Energy Information Administration – New York State Profile – Explore official energy statistics, including data on electricity supply and demand, from the U.S. government